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Dr. Ula Alexander serves as a Casual Professional and Adjunct Academic in the College of Science and Engineering at Flinders University, where she manages the Scanning Probe Microscopy Facility and contributes to the Flinders Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology. Her dual role bridges technical facility management with academic teaching responsibilities.
Her academic credentials include:
- PhD in Laser studies of silylene and germylene - experiment and computation, Flinders University (2001)
- Honours in Synthesis and laser studies of air-sensitive light-activated molecular switch compounds containing iron, Flinders University (1993)
Dr. Alexander's research program centers on laser-based analytical techniques for molecular investigation. She specializes in laser-based detection of trace compounds and weak molecular interactions through combined experimental and computational approaches. Her work has evolved from fundamental studies of silicon and germanium thin-films to practical applications in biological systems and environmental analysis. The 'Quantum Conversations' project exemplifies her innovative approach, revealing molecular patterns through laser visualization and bridging science with artistic expression.
Her publication record shows increasing focus on laser-tissue interactions, particularly regarding tattoo pigment degradation, with significant contributions in 2021-2025 that combine spectroscopy with toxicological analysis.
Her research support includes:
- Flinders University DVCR Infrastructure Funding for High-Resolution Spectrometer (2020)
- Flinders University Cross-College Research Funding for UV laser crosslinker (2021)
- Inspiring SA science-art grant for 'SmART Science - Seeing Things Differently' (2022)
Dr. Alexander has contributed to research administration through the Researcher Mentoring Scheme and ARC grant support. Her professional leadership includes serving as President of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute SA Branch (2022-2024) and founding the Women in Chemistry group (2018-2022).
As Facility Manager for Scanning Probe Microscopy, she oversees critical infrastructure within Flinders Microscopy and Microanalysis while contributing to the Nano and Microplastics Research Consortium, applying her laser expertise to environmental challenges.
