Ryo Sekine

Dr. Ryo Sekine is a Senior Lecturer in Chemistry at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), specializing in environmental spectroscopy and nanoscience. He holds a PhD from Monash University (2012) and has conducted research at Griffith University, UniSA, and UKCEH.

• Affiliations: School of Science, Technology and Engineering; Department of Chemistry (UniSC Moreton Bay).
• Research Focus: Synchrotron-based spectroscopy applications in nanoscience, soil chemistry, and geochemistry. Climate change impacts on soil nutrients, vanadium geochemistry, and environmental nanomaterial interactions.

His work emphasizes advanced analytical techniques like X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS), infrared, and Raman spectroscopy. Key projects include enhanced weathering mechanisms and nano-TiO₂ fate in swimming pools. Awards include a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (2015–2018) and over $1M in synchrotron experiment value.