Hannah Isabel Nicholson

PhD candidate and Dyneval Technical lead, Australia.

Greater Melbourne Area

About

Ambitious and driven aplied physicist specialising in advanced imaging approaches and cryopreservation of mailman cells, especially around fertility. I am pursuing a PhD at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology focusing on preservation in endangered and pest species to support effective population management and ecological stability. I also work for Dyneval as the company’s Australia-based specialist, navigating the local market, engaging with customers, delivering technical training and solving scientific challenges. My role spans from Lab to field to seeking investment. Through extensive fieldwork across India, Rwanda, Australia and Europe, I have developed strong scientific communication skills, independent critical thinking and the ability to collaborate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds. Having worked within fast-paced start-up environments, I adapt quickly, think strategically and bring a combined academic–industry perspective to problems. My curiosity makes me passionate to learn constantly, applying my expertise to advance biotechnology and pursue impactful solutions for conservation, health, and population management.

Experience

  • Dyneval (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Hybrid)
    • Technical lead, Australia
      Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

      I drive partnerships and market development while supporting the scientific validation of our technology in Australia. My work spans collaborator engagement, industry demonstrations, user training, and data analysis using Dynescan outputs and proprietary metrics to advance research, proposals and commercial uptake.

    • Validation Scientist
      Jan 2022 - Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 9 mos

      Test both software and hardware to improve Dyneval products by communicating my findings to the team through reports and presentations. Perform measurements with Dyneval technology in the lab, including visual assessments and CASA technology, then analyse the data for visualisation and interpretation. The results from these tests will be used to benchmark the technology. It is also my responsibility to maintain samples stored in the liquid nitrogen dewar and replenish them if required. I occasionally assist Dyneval further afield at customer premises such as conferences, veterinary practices, or farms.

  • Tutor at The Edinburgh, Fife & Lothians Tutors
    Nov 2021 - Nov 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Tutor ages 15-18 years old maths and physics both online (Zoom) and in person. I can explain complicated concepts simply, in multiple ways and adjust my style of teaching to suit the student.

  • Brand Ambassador at The Griffiths Network, TGN
    May 2021 - Aug 2021 · 4 mos

    Representing a brand through direct marketing, talking to 80+ customers a day. Utilising my leadership skills to guide and teach new recruits in the business, and run education meetings.

  • Astrophysics Placement at THE ROYAL OBSERVATORY (EDINBURGH) TRUST
    Jun 2017 - Jun 2017 · 1 mo

    Analysed astrophysics research data and wrote code that operated a robotic arm during my work placement at the observatory. Also attended talks held by PhD students who presented their current research.

  • Water management Placement at NWG (Northumbrian Water Group)
    Mar 2017 - Mar 2017 · 1 mo

    Shadowed an engineer during the work placement, learning about the management of Water and Waste Water treatment processes and its environmental impact.