Biography
Elena graduated with a BA and MSc in Natural Sciences (Physics Division) from the University of Cambridge. During her time at Cambridge, Elena was an intern at the Quantum Matter group, where she took part in projects for crystal growth and material characterisation. She went into industry after graduation, and is currently undertaking a part-time PhD in material simulation at King's.
Thesis title
Material simulation
Research interests
- Different models for material simulation, application and accuracy
- Application of quantum computing to material simulation and comparison to classical computer models
- Superconductivity
PhD supervisor
Principal supervisor: Dr Cedric Weber
Research
Theory & Simulation of Condensed Matter
Research is focused on the theory of condensed matter, and in particular the development and application of advanced theoretical and modelling techniques suitable for the study of complex materials and molecular systems and processes.
Research
Theory & Simulation of Condensed Matter
Research is focused on the theory of condensed matter, and in particular the development and application of advanced theoretical and modelling techniques suitable for the study of complex materials and molecular systems and processes.