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Marcus Young is a PhD Research Fellow at the University of Southampton, focusing on geospatial software engineering and transportation systems. His research interests lie in the application of Geographic Information System (GIS) methods and techniques within public transport and active travel domains. He is adept at utilizing open-source tools, including R, Shiny, PostgreSQL/PostGIS, and QGIS, to conduct spatial analysis and data analytics. Young has developed several software tools, including the Station Demand Forecasting Tool and the GB Traffic Data Explorer, aimed at improving transport planning and modelling. He is currently involved in the Horizon Europe funded Quieter Rail project, which seeks to optimize railway noise and vibration predictions. Prior to entering academia, Young had a successful 11-year career in information technology at the University of Cambridge. His academic journey has included a background in Aquatic Biology, leading to his passion for GIS, culminating in a part-time MSc in GIS from Ulster University where he was recognized for his outstanding contributions. Young has been teaching GIS modules at Ulster University since 2010, sharing his extensive knowledge and expertise with undergraduate and master's students.
University of Southampton • Southampton
Conducting research and development in transport systems, focusing on GIS applications and public transport.
Ulster University • Ulster
Involved in teaching GIS modules for PGDip/MSc programs.