Daniel Elkington

Dr Daniel Elkington serves as a Research Associate at the School of Information and Physical Sciences within the College of Engineering, Science and Environment at the University of Newcastle, Australia. He is an integral member of the Centre for Organic Electronics (COE), contributing engineering expertise to multidisciplinary research initiatives.

His educational qualifications include:

• Doctor of Philosophy, University of Newcastle
• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) (Honours), University of Newcastle
• Bachelor of Arts, University of Newcastle

Specializing in organic electronic materials, Dr Elkington develops industrial applications for organic photovoltaics, sensors, and transistors. His work leverages the flexibility, low cost, and printable fabrication potential of these materials to bridge laboratory innovations with real-world impact. Research spans Organic Electronics, Materials Science, and Printed Electronics with strong emphasis on practical engineering solutions.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Shaping Australia ‘Problem Solver’ Award (2024) for co-developing a revolutionary pain-free diabetes biosensor

No public records indicate graduate student supervision or research grant management. Dr Elkington operates within the Centre for Organic Electronics, applying electrical engineering skills to advance organic semiconductor device development through collaborative projects.