Cillian Cockrell

Dr. Cillian Cockrell is a Lecturer at the School of Computing and Engineering, Bangor University. His research focuses on supercritical states, molecular dynamics, and materials science, with a particular emphasis on structural crossovers and radiation effects in materials. He has contributed to studies on glass transitions, thermal properties of molten salts, and ecosystem dynamics. His work spans interdisciplinary areas, including condensed matter physics and nuclear engineering.

Dr. Cockrell's research projects include a UKAEA-funded initiative on small-scale experiments for tritium breeding (2025–2026). His publications highlight collaborations with institutions like the Institute of Physics and the Journal of Nuclear Materials. He has also explored theoretical frameworks in thermodynamics and fluid dynamics, contributing to the understanding of phase transitions and fluid behavior under extreme conditions.

His recent work includes analyzing atomic mobility in inorganic glasses and investigating radiation tolerance in iron phosphate glasses. He uses molecular dynamics simulations and advanced computational methods to study complex systems, such as nitric oxide liquids and hydrogen-bonded fluids.