Adrian Sheppard

Prof Adrian Sheppard is a Professor in the Department of Materials Physics at The Australian National University (ANU). He holds a B.Sc. (Hons) from the University of Adelaide and a Ph.D. from ANU. His research focuses on porous media analysis, X-ray tomography, and carbon sequestration, with expertise in fluid dynamics, geologic storage, and advanced imaging techniques. He leads projects on CO2 geostorage, multiphase flow modeling, and high-resolution tomographic imaging. His work bridges materials physics, environmental science, and engineering, addressing challenges in energy storage and climate mitigation. He has supervised numerous research students and collaborates on initiatives like the ARC Training Centre for Multiscale 3D Imaging.

Key research interests include pore-scale fluid dynamics, supercritical CO2 behavior, and X-ray microtomography applications. Over 200 publications highlight his contributions to understanding fluid trapping mechanisms, beam hardening correction in tomography, and multiscale imaging techniques. He has pioneered methods for analyzing heterogeneous materials and improving tomographic image quality. His projects span geologic carbon storage, additive manufacturing inspection, and environmental fluid dynamics.

Prof Sheppard has secured 26 research grants, including projects on CO2 sequestration, X-ray source optimization, and advanced manufacturing. He advises on imaging technologies and leads ANU's efforts in multiscale materials characterization. His lab focuses on applying cutting-edge imaging tools to solve real-world problems in energy and environmental science.