Maree Lake

Dr. Maree Lake is a Numeracy Research Fellow at the SiMERR National Research Centre within the School of Education at the University of New England (UNE), Australia. Her work bridges mathematics education, applied numeracy, and interdisciplinary engineering research in renewable energy and transport systems.

Education:

• PhD
• MTeach(Sec) - Master of Teaching (Secondary)
• GradCertCivEng - Graduate Certificate in Civil Engineering
• BAppSc(Maths) - Bachelor of Applied Science in Mathematics

Her research interests focus on enhancing numeracy and mathematical skills across all age groups and educational levels, with a strong emphasis on overcoming learning barriers and demonstrating real-world applications of mathematics. This educational mission is complemented by extensive research in renewable energy systems, particularly solar thermal technology and hybrid photovoltaic-wind systems, as well as transport engineering, including railway maintenance scheduling and public transport evaluation.

Her recent publications (2017–2020) are predominantly in high-temperature solar receivers, biomass gasification, and hybrid energy modeling, reflecting a strong focus on sustainable energy solutions. Earlier works (1999–2002) center on railway infrastructure, cost-benefit analysis, and urban freight systems, showcasing long-term expertise in transport logistics and optimization. Collectively, her work spans energy, education, and infrastructure, demonstrating a unique interdisciplinary approach.

Scientific Contributions:

• Developed simulation models for rail sleeper replacement and maintenance scheduling.
• Contributed to the design and analysis of high-efficiency solar receivers.
• Advanced methodologies for hybrid renewable energy system optimization.
• Proposed frameworks for public transport project evaluation.

She has collaborated with researchers across institutions such as The University of Queensland, UNSW Sydney, and Queensland University of Technology. While no formal students are listed, her collaborative output suggests advisory or team leadership roles. She has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. Her research is supported through interdisciplinary collaboration and institutional affiliation with UNE’s SiMERR centre, which focuses on rural and regional education in mathematics and science.

Laboratories and Research Groups:

• SiMERR National Research Centre (Science and Mathematics Education Research and Resource Network)
• Collaborative work with mechanical and engineering research teams at UNE and partner institutions