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Helen Pask serves as a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy within Macquarie University's School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, and is a Chief Investigator at the MQ Photonics Research Centre. Her career includes prior research at Southampton University's Optoelectronics Research Centre and an Australian Research Council Future Fellowship (2012-2017).
Her educational background features:
- PhD from Macquarie University
Professor Pask's research spans fundamental and applied photonics, with core expertise in laser development including crystalline Raman lasers and terahertz systems. She pioneers remote sensing applications using Raman spectroscopy for environmental monitoring, particularly oceanographic measurements of temperature and salinity. Her work bridges theoretical optics with practical instrumentation, resulting in multiple licensed patents and industry partnerships.
Recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward laser-based environmental sensing solutions, with 2024-2025 works focusing on marine LiDAR systems for subsurface ocean analysis and advanced terahertz laser architectures. These studies integrate semiconductor technology, nonlinear optics, and spectroscopic techniques to address challenges in precision measurement.
Her scientific recognition includes:
- FSE Inter-Departmental Collaboration Award-Highly Commended (2020)
Helen Pask has secured substantial research funding including ARC grants and industry partnerships across 35 projects (5 active). She directs the MQ Photonics Research Centre's laser development initiatives, translating academic research into commercial applications through government and corporate collaborations. Her supervision extends to numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers within photonics and sensing domains.
As a Chief Investigator at the MQ Photonics Research Centre, she leads interdisciplinary teams developing next-generation laser systems for remote sensing and terahertz applications, maintaining strong ties with national facilities and international research networks.
