Dr. Robbie Murray

Associate Professor

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Biography

Robbie Murray leads a research team focused on developing next-generation mid-infrared light sources with applications in biomedicine and security. His work intersects optics, photonics, and analytical chemistry, with current projects centered on the development of novel mid-infrared sources for precision tissue ablation and analysis. He is interested in advancing methods to increase the resolution and speed of mass spectrometry-based tissue imaging, and in developing new techniques for sub-cellular metabolic mapping, high-throughput sample analysis, and precision guidance in tumor resections. Additionally, Robbie is working on new laser architectures to address challenges in security and defense, utilizing the atmospheric transmission window. He actively collaborates with researchers across academia, government, and industry, and he welcomes interest from talented individuals wishing to join his team.

Research Interests

Requirements for Imperial College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Materials Science Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Chemical Engineering Physics Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • CV/resume
  • Official university transcripts
  • Two academic or professional references
  • Application fee (£90)
Specialization Notes

Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.