Oisin Creaner

Dr. Oisin Creaner is an Assistant Professor in the School of Physical Sciences at Dublin City University. His research focuses on interdisciplinary applications of high-performance computing to astrophysical data challenges, including observational astronomy across radio, visible, and high-energy particle domains. He leads projects in exoplanet observation strategies, from citizen science initiatives like Exoplanet Watch to advanced ground-based and satellite observatories. His work also involves developing novel detector technologies like microwave kinetic inductance detectors (MKIDs) and optimizing algorithms for large-scale astronomical data analysis.

Key technical contributions include the Locus Algorithm, a grid computing system for optimizing differential photometry fields, and advancements in MKID sensor design. He collaborates on major experiments such as the LUX-ZEPLIN dark matter detector and contributes to the automation of astronomical simulation frameworks like Opticks. Dr. Creaner's research integrates machine learning for data imbalance solutions, human-computer collaboration in citizen science, and precision instrumentation for astrophysical measurements.

His professional affiliations include roles at DCU's Glasnevin Campus, where he is based in Room N106. He actively publishes on topics ranging from detector material science to dark matter detection methodologies, emphasizing both theoretical and applied aspects of modern astrophysics. No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in available records.