Dr Jim Walker
BSc(Bristol), MSc(Bristol), PhD (Bristol)
Expertise
I develop of novel techniques to manipulate and study individual aerosol particles, using optical forces, electrodynamic traps and complex imaging systems. Previously I worked in industry designing cutting-edge scientific tools.
Current positions
Research Fellow
School of Chemistry
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Biography
Following my PhD I spent several years working in industry (Biral Ltd), where I was responsible for designing cutting-edge meteorological and aerosol equipment.
Research interests
My research interests involve the development of novel techniques to manipulate and study individual aerosol particles. This includes using optical forces, electrodynamic traps and complex imaging systems. Previously I worked in industry where I was responsible for designing and developing a range cutting-edge scientific instrumentation.
Publications
Recent publications
14/01/2025Rapid and Sensitive Chemical Analysis of Individual Picolitre Droplets by Mass Spectrometry
Analytical Chemistry
The Impact Dynamics of Picolitre Aerosol Droplets Depositing on Surfaces
Aerosol Science and Technology
Accurate Measurements and Simulations of the Evaporation and Trajectories of Individual Solution Droplets
The Journal of Physical Chemistry B
High frame-rate imaging of the shape oscillations and spreading dynamics of picolitre droplets impacting on a surface
Physics of Fluids
Dynamics and outcomes of binary collisions of equi-diameter picolitre droplets with identical viscosities
Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics
