INDEPENDENT RESEARCHER | Theoretical Biology
Liverpool, UK
Independent researcher with a PhD in theoretical condensed matter physics and over twenty years of self-directed work on foundational questions in biology.
Experienced in developing original theoretical frameworks, rigorous analysis and precise technical writing. Strong background in evaluating complex scientific arguments, identifying gaps in existing models and producing clear, well-structured written work under conditions of high intellectual independence.
2008 - Present
Conducted almost two decades of research into the origin and nature of life.
Applied sustained critical evaluation to existing scientific literature and theoretical frameworks.
Developed an original framework integrating molecular biology with logic and communication theory.
Produced detailed technical writing including preprints requiring high standards of clarity, internal consistency and precision.
Combined formal training in theoretical physics and philosophy to address fundamental questions in biology in a truly interdisciplinary spirit.
Managed a long-term, fully self-directed research programme with complete responsibility for direction, methodology and output quality.
Technical Consultant - Detica (now BAE Systems Digital Intelligence), 2002 - 2005
Provided technical analysis and consulting services to a variety of clients including a high-security US client.
University of Durham, 2002
Thesis: Towards a non-local density functional description of exchange and correlation.
University of Durham, 1999
Dissertation: Quantum chaos in semiconductor structures.
Pontifical Gregorian University, Rome, 2007
The Maryvale Institute, Birmingham, 2014
Rigorous analytical and logical reasoning.
Precise technical and scientific writing.
Critical evaluation of complex arguments and models.
Long-term independent research project management.
Interdisciplinary synthesis (physics, philosophy, biology).
Attention to detail and consistency in extended written work.