Nicholas Lundquist

Currently developing novel coatings to prevent biofouling in collaboration with an industry partner. This role involves formulating paint compositions and testing their antifouling properties in both laboratory and field settings.

Conducted research on hydrogen production and fuel cell systems, optimizing design and manufacturing processes. Developed methods for recycling platinum and iridium from waste electrodes.

Optimized electrolysis settings for active free chlorine production to evaluate its effectiveness in disinfecting surfaces from COVID-19. Provided monthly progress reports to industry partners.

Developed a novel method for active free chlorine determination and evaluated its application in disinfecting areas from COVID-19. Conducted weekly progress reports for industry partners.

Designed magnetic composite materials for COVID-19 test kits in collaboration with SA Health, demonstrating effective binding to COVID RNA.

Field tested mercury sorbent materials in sugar cane fields to assess their effectiveness in remediation of mercury contamination.

Prepared activated carbon for a mercury remediation project in collaboration with Coca-Cola, meeting a strict deadline.

Optimized a gamma ray detection system for gold ore analysis, constructing 3D models and simulating detector performance.

Completed a PhD focusing on polymer synthesis and characterisation, organic synthesis, and applications in nanotechnology. Developed skills in analytical chemistry techniques and data analysis methods, contributing to multiple peer-reviewed studies.