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David Skinner is a lecturer and reader at the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge. His research interests include quantum field theory, string theory, and twistor theory, with a particular emphasis on scattering amplitudes in gauge and gravitational theories. Prior to his current position, he held several notable roles including IBM Einstein Fellow at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, a Senior Postdoctoral Fellow at the Perimeter Institute, and various postdoctoral positions at the University of Oxford and IHÉS in France. His contributions to theoretical physics include significant publications on topics such as twistor strings and their applications in N=8 supergravity, as well as developing recursive methods in gravity and scattering amplitudes. David is recognized for his work in high energy theory and continues to contribute to the field through research and publications.
Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge • Cambridge, ENG, GB
Lecturer and researcher in high energy theoretical physics.
Institute for Advanced Study • Princeton, NJ, US
Fellowship focusing on advanced theoretical physics research.
Perimeter Institute • Waterloo, ON, CA
Conducted research in theoretical physics.
IHÉS • Bures-sur-Yvette, FR
Engaged in collaborative research projects.
Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford • Oxford, ENG, GB
Research in mathematical and theoretical physics.
University of Oxford • Oxford, ENG, GB
Research and teaching role in theoretical physics.
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