Michael Darcy
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Physics student and member of the Institute of Physics, especially fond of its mathematical side. Finds that translating the world into equations makes it easier to comprehend. Believes that science being the “real” magic makes him a sorcerer, but somehow his spells have never helped him in CrossFit sessions nor during his explorations.
Areas of expertise
Experimental mechanics
Heart valves
Fitness and nutrition
Education
Swansea UniversityPhD in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)
Swansea UniversityBachelor’s degree in Physics
Professional background and credentials
Michael has always been interested in understanding how the world works, so he obtained a bachelor’s degree in Physics. During that time, he discovered his passion for all things health-related. After working on artificial aortic valves during a summer internship and attempting to make an artificial muscle for his final project, he was offered a PhD focusing on quantifying the fluid-structure interaction around complex geometries. Funded by the UK Atomic Energy Authority and supervised by the team from the Biomedical Engineering Simulation and Testing Lab, he focuses on the cooling of nuclear fusion reactors some days. In contrast, others are dedicated to medical devices, such as artificial heart valves. Being passionate about helping others, Michael teaches undergraduate students about programming and experimental mechanics. He is also certified by the International Sports Sciences Association as a specialist in bodybuilding, which aids his understanding of the human body and allows him to help others outside the laboratory.
Publications
How to Measure the Height of a Tree; WikiHow; Dec 2024
Uncover How Many Solar Panels You Really Need; Nexamp; Jan 2024
How long does a hot tub take to heat up?; Jacuzzi; Aug 2023
Featured in the research paper: Assessing Different Inoculum Treatments for Improved Production of Hydrogen through Dark Fermentation; MDPI; Jan 2023
Tesla Powerwall: Price, benefits, and how to install the EV maker’s home battery; Interesting Engineering; Oct 2022
Arora H , Kernot D, Giron L, Howells D, Darcy M, Hoshino M, Uesugi K, van Loon R, Tanaka G, Sera T. Lung disease characterised via synchrotron radiation micro-CT and digital volume correlation (DVC); TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry; Mar 2024
Pritchard T, Darcy M, Davies J, et al.. Effect Of Aortic Valve Geometry On Leaflet Strain Within A Phantom Silicone Aortic Heart Valve During Closing; Strain