[Research theme one]
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PhD Student · Computer Science
David Hayden
I study machine learning in climate modelling, with a particular interest in emulating super-paramterisation, transferrability, and [TOPIC 3].
Profile
About me
I am a PhD student in Computer Science at the University of Reading. My doctoral research investigates [ONE-SENTENCE DESCRIPTION OF THESIS]. Before beginning my PhD, I completed MMath in Mathematics at University of Exeter.
My broader interests include [INTEREST], [INTEREST], and [INTEREST]. I am especially interested in collaborations involving [METHOD, DATASET, DOMAIN, OR COMMUNITY].
Current status:
[For example: writing up, recruiting participants, conducting fieldwork,
analysing data, or open to postdoctoral opportunities.]
Scholarship
Research
[Research theme two]
Describe a method, application area, theoretical interest, or interdisciplinary connection.
[Research theme three]
Note potential impact, datasets, collaborators, software, or communities related to this strand of work.
Doctoral project
[FULL OR WORKING THESIS TITLE]
Provide a 100–150 word summary of your doctoral project. State the central problem, your approach, and the expected contribution.
See the research explained →- Methods
- [METHOD 1], [METHOD 2], [METHOD 3]
- Funding
- [FUNDER / STUDENTSHIP / GRANT]
- Collaborators
- [LAB, GROUP, OR EXTERNAL PARTNER]
Technical practice
Skills & tooling
Technologies I use to develop software, analyse problems, and work with modern AI-assisted engineering tools.
Programming languages
- Python
- Java
- Fortran
- Bash
Development & tooling
- Git & GitHub & GitLab
- Linux
- Neovim
- CI/CD workflows
Data & research tools
- Jupyter Lab
- Data analysis
- Scientific Python
- Visualisation
- Reproducible workflows
Agentic AI tooling
- OpenCode
- Model Context Protocol (MCP)
- Cursor
Academic development
Conferences, sessions & training
July 2026
Attended Session
ICCS Summer School 2026
Attended ICCS Summer School at the University of Cambridge, covered topics on:
- Research Software Engineer Skills
- Git
- Differentiable Programming
- GenerativeAI for Software Engineering
- Correctness and Testing
- FTorch
- Reproducibility in Computing
Education
Teaching responsibilities
2025/2026
CS2DA: Data Structures and Algorithms
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of tutorials and practical sessions
- Shared marking of exams and provided written feedback
CS2PP: Programming in Python
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of practical sessions
- Shared marking of courseworks and provided written feedback
CS1OP
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of practical sessions
- Created marking rubric for coursework
CS2AI
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of practical sessions
2024/2025
CS2ON: Operating Systems and Networking
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Shared marking of exams and provided written feedback
CSMDE: Data Security and Ethics
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of practical sessions
CS1OP: Object-Oriented Programming
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of practical sessions
CS2PP: Programming in Python
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of practical sessions
- Shared marking of coursework and provided written feedback
CS3DV: Data Integration and Visualisation
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of practical sessions
CS2OP: Object-Oriented Programming
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of tutorials and practical sessions
- Marked coursework through demonstrations and provided verbal feedback
CS2DA: Data Structures and Algorithms
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of tutorial and practical sessions
CS1IP: Imperative Programming
Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Assisted delivery of practical sessions
Teaching philosophy
Lead students to discover the answer for themselves rather than providing a solution
[TODO]Add a short paragraph explaining how you support inclusive learning, participation, feedback, assessment, or research-led teaching.
Get in touch
Contact
[TODO] I welcome enquiries about [COLLABORATION TOPICS], research visits, invited talks, and teaching.