David Billington

David Billington is a Lecturer in the Department of Physics at the University of Bath. Previously, he held postdoctoral positions at the SPring-8 synchrotron in Japan (2014–2017) and Cardiff University (2017–2021). He earned a PhD in Physics from the University of Bristol (2010–2014), focusing on electron-phonon superconductivity and magnetic frustration in intermetallic compounds. His research integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to study quantum phenomena in condensed matter systems, including Fermi surface geometries, magnetic domain imaging, and muon spin relaxation techniques. Teaching responsibilities include material physics, experimental physics, and computational physics courses.

Research Focus: Billington’s work spans superconductivity, quantum spin dynamics, and advanced materials characterization. Key areas include: magnetic domain analysis in Nd-Fe-B magnets using soft X-ray spectromicroscopy; quantum state manipulation in entangled systems; and experimental determination of Fermi surface properties. His recent projects involve simulating quantum spin dynamics for comparison with muon spin relaxation experiments.

Publications Trends: His 25+ articles (2013–2023) emphasize interdisciplinary materials science, with a focus on novel magnetic materials, advanced microscopy techniques, and theoretical modeling of electronic structures. Recent themes include single-molecule magnets, Fermi surface analysis in PdCrO₂, and hydrogenation effects on magnet performance.

Lab Affiliations: His work is conducted in collaboration with synchrotron facilities (e.g., SPring-8) and involves advanced instrumentation like soft X-ray microscopes and muon spin relaxation setups.