David Regan

Dr. David Regan is a Research Associate at the School of Physics and Astronomy, Cardiff University. His work focuses on advanced microscopy techniques for material and biological systems, with a PhD in 2019 from Cardiff University titled 'Measurement of thickness and phase transitions in supported lipid bilayers using quantitative differential interference contrast microscopy'.

Research Interests:

• Development of label-free optical imaging techniques (e.g., DIC, CARS, interferometry)
• Nanostructured materials characterization (nanodiamonds, melanin nanoparticles, lipid bilayers)
• Phase transition dynamics in biomembranes
• Optical microscopy innovations for nanoscale analysis

Publications span 2018-2024, emphasizing optical methods for nanoscale material analysis with applications in biophysics and material science. Collaborates with Prof. Langbein and Dr. Borri on interdisciplinary projects.

Labs/Teams: Active in Cardiff's photonics and biophysical imaging research groups. Utilizes advanced microscopy facilities at the Sir Martin Evans Building.