Abbé Whitford
- PhD Student
- University of Queensland
Dedicated and detail-oriented PhD candidate specializing in observational and Large Scale Structure (LSS) cosmology, approaching the completion of my doctoral studies. My research has focused on two separate areas to date; firstly, the measurement of peculiar velocities and bulk flows of galaxies to test cosmological models. Secondly, I have studied measurements of the Baryon Acoustic Oscillations (BAOs) from the DESI DR1 (Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument Data Release 1). Approaching the end of my PhD, I aim to make measurements of the BAOs and CMB to study signals of beyond-the-standard-model neutrinos. During my studies I have curated my communication and writing skills as a volunteer science writer for \emph{Astrobites.com} and presenting my research in public talks and the \emph{Three Minute Thesis} competition. My analytical skills, coupled with proficiency in BAO analysis, Fisher matrix forecasts for galaxy surveys and programming have equipped me to tackle problems in cosmology. I am eager to contribute to cutting-edge research and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to advance our understanding of the Universe.
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