Morgan Facchin

Dr. Morgan Facchin is a Research Fellow at the School of Physics and Astronomy, University of St Andrews. His research focuses on wave optics, particularly speckle patterns, with experimental, analytical, and simulation approaches. He has contributed to advancements in metrology, laser technology, and quantum physics. Recent work includes arsenic detection in Victorian books and studies on superoscillations, phase singularities, and numerical methods.

Education:

• PhD in Physics, University of St Andrews (2023)

Research Interests:

• Speckle patterns and their applications in metrology
• Laser speckle-based measurements
• Optical sensing and instrumentation
• Quantum and mathematical physics

Key Awards:

• Museums and Heritage Awards 2024: Highly Commended Restoration or Conservation Project

Lab/Team:

• Part of the speckle metrology research group at the University of St Andrews