Dr. Gianfelice Cinque

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Biography

Gianfelice Cinque is the Principal Beamline Scientist at the Diamond Light Source, specializing in MIRIAM (Multimode InfraRed Microscopy Imaging) beamline B22. His research primarily involves the application of infrared microspectroscopy techniques in various fields, such as biomedicine, materials science, and cultural heritage. Cinque's work includes mapping molecular distributions in cells and tissues, probing vibrational modes of metal-organic frameworks, and characterizing historical pigments. He is also engaged in developing advanced techniques in near-field infrared nanospectroscopy and terahertz spectroscopy to push the spatial resolution and molecular sensitivity beyond conventional limits. Since 2021, he has been collaborating with Professor Jin-Chong Tan and his team in the Engineering Sciences Department at the University of Oxford. Through his role, Cinque actively contributes to the advancement of innovative research methodologies in the photonics field.

Research Interests

Experience

Principal Beamline Scientist

2008-01-01 — Present

Diamond Light Source • Oxford, UK

Leading the MIRIAM beamline at Diamond Light Source, focusing on innovative imaging techniques for scientific research.

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.