James Bennett

Dr. James Bennett is a Post-doctoral Research Fellow in the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Mathematical Analysis of Cellular Systems (MACSYS) at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). He holds a PhD from The University of Queensland (UQ), supervised by Prof. Warwick Bowen, Prof. Halina Rubinsztein-Dunlop (AO, FAA), and Dr. Lars Madsen. His research bridges physics and mathematics, focusing on applying data-driven models to understand complex biological systems. Prior to MACSYS, he specialized in quantum mechanics using optomechanical oscillators and developed magnetic field sensors with applications in navigation and through-earth communication.

His academic affiliations include the Faculty of Science and School of Mathematical Sciences at QUT. Bennett teaches Aspects of Computational Science and has prior teaching experience in linear algebra, mechanics, and calculus at Griffith University and UQ. He collaborates with industry partners such as Orica, Defence Science & Technology, and NASA Glenn Research Center on magnetometer technologies for aerospace and mining applications.

• Education:
  • BSc (Hons I) in Physics, UQ
  • PhD in Physics, UQ
• Research Interests:
  • Quantum optomechanics
  • Magnetometry for aerospace and environmental applications
  • Mathematical modeling of cellular systems
• Teaching:
  • Current: Aspects of Computational Science (QUT)
  • Past: Linear Algebra, Mechanics, Calculus (Griffith University)

Bennett’s work in MACSYS addresses the interplay between mathematical principles and biological complexity, aiming to uncover foundational biological mechanisms. His publications span optomechanical systems, quantum state manipulation, and sensor technology innovations.