Dr. William Lunt

Assistant Professor

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Biography

William M Lunt is a researcher at the University of Bristol, focusing on the intersection of engineering, mathematics, and biology with a specific interest in adaptive camouflage in cephalopods such as octopus, cuttlefish, and squid. His research explores how these organisms detect, process, and respond to sensory information from their environment, and how this understanding can inspire the design of wearable textiles capable of adaptive camouflage. Lunt's approach combines behavioral biology, soft robotics, and mathematical modeling to examine how visual environments shape camouflage patterns, particularly in cuttlefish. He is also involved in supervising PhD students. William's work is characterized by a multidisciplinary methodology, bringing together themes from brain behavior, visual perception, and computational biology. Additionally, he contributes to research groups focusing on soft robotics and engineering mathematics, positioning him as an influential figure in the study of cephalopod behavior and vision.

Research Interests

Experience

Co-supervised PhD Student

2024-01-22 — 2028-01-21

School of Biological Sciences • Bristol

Co-supervising a PhD student within the School of Biological Sciences.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.