Dr Haris Matsantonis

Innovation Expert Fellow at Heriot-Watt University

Research interests

Clifford (Geometric) Algebras and their applications in Physics and Engineering, Applied Mathematics and Optimization, Computational Science

Teaching activities

Part 1B Experimental Engineering

Role and responsibilities

Awarded the prestigious EPSRC Doctoral Prize for 2024, I am currently working as an Innovation Expert Fellow at Heriot-Watt University where I lead projects that apply machine learning/computational methods to solve industrial challenges.

Background

My academic and research focus is on advanced mathematics and computational science. I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics from the Open University, an MSc in Applied Mathematics from Heriot-Watt University and an MSc in Robotics and Autonomous Systems from the University of Lincoln. As part of my doctoral research, I was employed at MathWorks where I developed mathematical models and algorithms for computer vision and improved 3D data analysis and optimization. My broader professional experience also includes leading efficiency-focused projects and managing R&D workflows within cross-disciplinary teams to drive innovation in scientific and technical domains.