Duncan Adamson

Dr Duncan Adamson is a Lecturer at the School of Computer Science, University of St Andrews. His research focuses on theoretical computer science, algorithms, robotics, and discrete mathematics. He has contributed to areas such as robot scheduling, temporal graphs, and combinatorial optimization. Recent work includes collision-free path planning for robots and harmonious colourings of temporal networks. He received the Best Paper Award at SAND 2024 for his contributions to algorithmic foundations. His publications span conferences like LATIN, ALGOWIN, and RP, addressing topics from graph theory to distributed systems. His research combines algorithm design with applications in robotics and computational chemistry.

Education details are not explicitly stated in the provided texts. His research interests emphasize algorithmic solutions for complex systems, with a focus on graph structures and combinatorial problems. Collaborations include work on crystal structure prediction with chemists and computer scientists, demonstrating interdisciplinary impact.

• Awards: Best Paper Award SAND 2024
• Advising/Grants: No specific grants or advisees listed in the texts provided.
• Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the School of Computer Science research groups, though specific lab names are not mentioned.