David Burgess

David Burgess is a Professor of Mathematics and Astronomy at Queen Mary University of London, affiliated with the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences and the Centre for Fundamental Physics. His research focuses on space and astrophysical plasma physics, particularly shocks in collisionless plasmas, turbulence, particle acceleration, and large-scale simulations. He collaborates internationally with ESA and NASA mission groups.

• Key Research Areas: Solar wind turbulence, bow shock dynamics, interplanetary shocks, and plasma simulations.
• Grants: £868k from STFC for heliospheric research (2023–2027), £626k for planetary studies (2020–2024).
• Collaborations: Involves groups in Europe and the USA, leveraging data from space missions like Solar Orbiter and MMS.

His work uses particle-in-cell simulations and hybrid models to study plasma behavior, with recent emphasis on magnetic reconnection, electron heating, and shock-turbulence interactions.