Karen Donaldson

Dr. Karen Donaldson is a Research Fellow at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering, affiliated with the Scottish Microelectronics Centre and Integrated Micro and Nano Systems Research Institute. Her role focuses on experimental and numerical research in interdisciplinary engineering domains, leveraging facilities like the Scottish Microelectronics Centre (Location: 1.08) for advanced investigations.

Her research spans robotics for extreme environments, space exploration systems, plasma physics applications, micro/nano-scale technology, biomedical device innovation, and environmental sensing methodologies. Key projects include modular robotic systems for planetary operations, 3D-printed medical solutions during global health crises, and laser-based soil analysis techniques for terrestrial and extraterrestrial applications.

Publication analysis reveals two dominant themes: recent applied research in robotics and biomedical engineering (2020-2022), and foundational plasma physics/space science studies (2013-2019). Earlier work extensively explores cyclotron maser mechanisms, auroral kilometric radiation modeling, and fusion-relevant plasma instabilities through scaled laboratory experiments and 3D particle-in-cell simulations. This evolved toward practical implementations including pandemic-response medical devices and Martian soil analysis systems.

Scientific Recognition:

• Elizabeth Georgeson Fellowship for research contributions

She leads investigations at the Integrated Micro and Nano Systems laboratory, specializing in developing multifunctional interfaces for space technology and microelectronic applications. No advising relationships or grant details are documented in available sources.