Administrative / Managerial
Fuechsle
Martin is a quantum physicist with over 20 years of experience in semiconductor device fabrication and characterisation. He completed his PhD at UNSW in 2011, where he developed the world’s first single-atom transistor an achievement that earned him the Bragg Gold Medal for the best Physics PhD in Australia. From 2019 to 2024, Martin led
Shu
Steve Shu is the Academic Director of Research and Prototype Foundry. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Melbourne and brings nearly two decades of experience spanning both academia and industry. His career includes key roles at IMEC, a global leader in microelectronics research, and ASML, the world’s foremost
Smithson
Julia is an experienced marketing and communications professional having represented a variety of brands and industries locally, nationally and internationally. Her role is to share the amazing stories enabled by ANFF-SA’s world-class micro and nanofabrication facility and team of experts.
Shaw
A/Prof Paul Shaw is Deputy Node Director for ANFF-QLD at The University of Queensland and is based within the School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences. He is a director of the Centre of Organic Photonics & Electronics, where he leads multi-disciplinary research programs on organic optoelectronics for applications including solar cells, fluorescence-based chemical sensors and
Spyer
Luke is responsible for purchasing goods, managing the coordination of payments and invoices, organising and overseeing event logistics, and delivering comprehensive, high-level administrative support across various functions.
Blakey
Associate Professor Blakey is a group leader at the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology at the University of Queensland. He is a polymer physical chemist with over 20 years of experience leading research projects associated with lithography and nanotechnology applications, including those involving plasma etching, nanopatterning, sequential infiltration synthesis, photoresist design, nanoparticle assembly and
Streed
Associate Professor Erik Streed is based at Griffith University’s Gold Coast campus. His research focuses on adapting quantum physics techniques to biological challenges, combining ion trapping and advanced microscopy to explore biomolecular dynamics. He also addresses challenges in light transmission for quantum computing using segmented optics inspired by lighthouses.
Aslam
Sarmad is a skilled professional in the field of fibres & textiles, with a PhD that underscores a deep understanding coupled with hands-on industry experience. Through a career that bridges both academia and industrial sector, he has collaborated on cutting edge projects, bringing innovation to produce textile products with enhanced aesthetics and performance, reduced cost
Adcock
Rehana has extensive experience working in event management within our public and private sectors. Rehana started her career as a coordinator in the film and television industry and eventually moved into events. During her time working for Business Chamber Queensland, she worked closely facilitating industry-government-university relationships, bringing parties together to benefit from greater understanding and collaboration.
Sanchez Miranda
Marta has extensive hands-on experience in micro- and nano-fabrication, and research and development industries, particularly quantum technologies. She has worked in the semiconductor/quantum industry for the past 2.5 years. Previously, Marta undertook her PhD studies at UNSW, specialising in nano-electronics. She has a keen interest in project management and product development.
Aung
Zaw Htoo (Ethan) Aung bring 27+ years of extensive international experience including 16+ years in the semiconductor manufacturing sector combined with 8 years in senior operational and commercial management and leadership positions across various industries and regions across Asia and Australia. During his 16+ years in the semiconductor manufacturing sector, Ethan has worked in various
