I have over 12 years of experience in research and academic education, with a strong background in both academia and industry. I earned my PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Northumbria at Newcastle in May 2023. My work primarily focuses on using lightweight materials for high-performance structural applications in the automotive industry.

During my MSc research, I investigated the formability of tailor-welded blanks of advanced high-strength steels (AHSS) for automotive body-in-white (BIW) applications. I aimed to optimise the use of varying thickness sheets/blanks of similar or different steel types in accordance with the specific requirements of the high-stress areas subjected to severe loading conditions, ultimately reducing the overall weight of the components.

In my PhD research, I developed and modelled multiphase nanocomposites for automotive lightweighting and crashworthiness analysis, which has been instrumental in my current research and professional endeavours.

I have actively participated in various national and international projects, including EU Horizon 2020, EU Horizon Europe (e.g., SALIENT, GIANCE, ZEVRA), which has equipped me with a diverse skill set and knowledge, making me versatile and innovative in the field.

My key competencies encompass a broad range of expertise and skills. I also possess a deep understanding of sustainable engineering practices and circular design strategies, in addition to my proficiency in modelling and simulation, including the development of user-defined subroutines for commercial CAE systems. I am skilled in programming and algorithm development, with extensive experience in C++, Fortran, Python, and finite element analysis (FEA), which enables me to create complex algorithms. My expertise extends to advanced numerical and multiscale modelling techniques, where I have demonstrated several applications and published the results in high-impact journal papers, maintaining a high level of professionalism and clarity.

I appreciate that sustained professional engagement is vital for both my growth and the strengthening of the engineering community. Accordingly, I contribute as a peer reviewer for several leading journals, including the International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, International Journal of Solids and Structures, Archives of Computational Methods in Engineering, Engineering with Computers, and Applied Composite Materials, where I help uphold rigorous scholarly standards. In addition, I am a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and an active Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), roles through which I remain committed to advancing technical excellence and professional integrity within the field.