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Graeme Ackland | |
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| Born | Graeme John Ackland |
| Occupation | Professor ofcomputer simulation at theSchool of Physics and Astronomy, University of Edinburgh[1] |
Graeme John AcklandFRSE is the Professor ofComputer Simulation at theUniversity of Edinburgh.
His research concerns quantum mechanical modelling of materials includingDensity functional theory of metallichydrogen and other materials under high pressure. He also worked onRadiation material science designing radiation-resistant steels.He has also applied simulations to non-physical problems including Neolithic migration and producing predictions of the spread ofCOVID-19 for theUK Health Security Agency.[2][3][4]
He has also served three times as planner (course setter), for the2015 World Orienteering Championships in relay and middle distance and2024 World Orienteering Championships in sprint relay.
Ackland's mother was South African, he is the first physics professor of African origin atUniversity of Edinburgh.
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