I work in astrophysics and cosmology – trying to understand the evolution of the universe from the Big Bang through to the present day and into the infinite future, and how this can shed light on particle physics we do not currently understand.

I grew up in Hamilton, studied at the University of Canterbury and worked in Japan and the United States before returning to New Zealand in 2011 – where I now am a professor at the University of Auckland. I write about topics that catch my eye, from cosmology to the often unexpected places science shows up in our lives, from sand castles to public policy.

For contact details see my University of Auckland profile page. I am happy to respond to media queries and speaking invitations and welcome enquiries from students at any level.

Needless to say, opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of my employer.