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 ## Highlights
 
-- **Discrete Mathematics and Cryptography:** Achieved a score of 95 in Discrete Mathematics, which ignited a passion for Cryptography. This interest led me to explore Quantum Computing and tackle the complex topic of Quantum Cryptography. My report on this topic was selected for the *Deakin Maths Yearbook*, making me the first person to be featured twice in the same year.
+- **Discrete Mathematics and Cryptography:** Achieved a score of 95 in Discrete Mathematics, which ignited a passion for Cryptography. This interest led me to explore Quantum Computing and tackle the complex topic of Quantum Cryptography. My report on this topic was selected for the *Deakin Maths Yearbook*, making me the first person to be featured twice in the same year. I will also be featured in the 2024 maths yearbook for my work on optical xhaul networks.
 
-- **Research Summer Scholarship (2023/2024):** I was awarded the Associate Deakin Research Summer Scholarship, during which I initially researched computer networks. I then discovered my interest in Radio Access Networks (RAN), specifically in the areas of O-RAN and 6G resource allocation. Growing up in rural Australia, where reliable phone service is a challenge, has further motivated my research in this field.
+- **Research Summer Scholarship (2023/2024 and 2024/2025):** I was awarded the Associate Deakin Research Summer Scholarship, during which I initially researched computer networks. I then discovered my interest in Radio Access Networks (RAN), specifically in the areas of O-RAN and 6G resource allocation. Growing up in rural Australia, where reliable phone service is a challenge, has further motivated my research in this field.
 
 - **Current Honours Research:** Currently undertaking an Honours degree in telecommunications and computational mathematics, where I am developing a mathematical framework for optical xhaul network design. This research builds on my summer work and aligns with my long-term goals in telecommunications.
 
-- **Conference Papers:** Submitted my first research paper on this topic to a conference, with three more papers in progress. Each paper is aimed at advancing knowledge in 5G/6G and RAN technology.
+- **Conference Papers:** First-authored a paper accepted to the Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibition (OFC) 2025, where I presented a mathematical model for optical xhaul network design. I am also working on a paper for the Journal of Optical Communications and Networking (JOCN) and a paper for the field of operations research.
 
-- **Leadership in Capstone Projects:** Served as the team leader in the Capstone A subject, where I led the tutorials team for SplashKit within the Thoth Tech company. My contributions were recognised with a perfect grade of 100.
+- **Leadership in Capstone Projects:** Served as the team leader in the Capstone A subject, where I led the tutorials team for SplashKit within the Thoth Tech company. My contributions were recognised with a perfect grade of 100 in both Capstone A and Capstone B.
 
 - **Tutorial Series Creator:** Developed a comprehensive tutorial series that assists students in understanding complex computer network concepts. This effort contributed to my achieving a perfect score in the subject.
 
-- **Future Plans:** After completing my Honours degree, I plan to pursue a PhD in telecommunications and computational mathematics. 
+- **Future Plans:** After completing my Honours degree, I plan to pursue a PhD in telecommunications and computational mathematics.
 
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 - **Discrete Mathematics** – HD/95
 - **Cryptography** – HD/90
 - **Computer Networks** – HD/100
-- **Professional Practices** – HD/83
+- **Professional Practices** – HD/85
 - **Data Structures and Algorithms** – HD/95  
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 - **Advanced Network Security** – HD/90
 - **Ethical Hacking** – HD/95
 - **Capstone A** – HD/100
+- **Capstone B** – HD/100
+- **Honours Subject 1** – HD/97
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content/about-me/research.md

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 - **Resource Allocation**: Creating strategies to dynamically allocate resources within RAN to ensure optimal network performance under various conditions.
 - **Mathematical Modelling and Simulation**: Employing computational mathematics to simulate network scenarios, enabling the evaluation of scalability and flexibility in different xhaul configurations.
 
-I recently submitted my first paper on this topic to a conference and am actively working on additional papers, each contributing to the growing body of knowledge in network planning and optimisation for next-generation telecommunications.
+I recently had a paper accepted to the Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibition (OFC) 2025, where I presented a mathematical model for optical xhaul network design. This model was developed prior to my Honours research and has since been expanded and refined to support my current work. I'm also working on a paper currently for the Journal of Optical Communications and Networking (JOCN) on the extension of the model from OFC. As well as a paper targeted to the field of operations research on the problem.
 
 ## Future PhD Plans
 
-After completing my Honours research, I plan to pursue a PhD starting in 2026, with a continued emphasis on **reconfigurable RAN** and **beyond 5G networks**. My PhD research will expand on my Honours work, with more of a focus on dynamic reconfiguration and adaptive network design to meet the evolving demands of future wireless communication technologies. Exploring the use of different functional splits and designs to achieve optimal network performance and scalability will be a key aspect of my PhD research.
+After completing my Honours research, I plan to pursue a PhD starting in late 2025, with a continued emphasis on **reconfigurable RAN** and **beyond 5G networks**. My PhD research will expand on my Honours work, with more of a focus on dynamic reconfiguration and adaptive network design to meet the evolving demands of future wireless communication technologies. Exploring the use of different functional splits and designs to achieve optimal network performance and scalability will be a key aspect of my PhD research.
 
 ## Ongoing Research and Contributions
 
 My interest in research extends beyond my formal studies, encompassing several research-related activities:
 
-- **Associate Deakin Research Summer Scholarship**: During the 2023/2024 summer, I was awarded this scholarship, where I initially focused on **computer networks**. I soon shifted my research towards **Radio Access Networks (RAN)**, developing a strong interest in **O-RAN** and **6G resource allocation**. This experience provided a solid foundation in network planning and optimisation, which continues to guide my Honours and PhD research.
+- **Associate Deakin Research Summer Scholarship**: During the 2023/2024 summer, I was awarded this scholarship, where I initially focused on **computer networks**. I soon shifted my research towards **Radio Access Networks (RAN)**, developing a strong interest in **O-RAN** and **6G resource allocation**. This experience provided a solid foundation in network planning and optimisation, which continues to guide my Honours and PhD research. I was also awarded this scholarship again for the 2024/2025 summer, where I continued my research into RAN and xhaul networks.
 
-- **Academic Publications**: In addition to my recent conference submission, I am preparing a survey paper for **IEEE** on **reconfigurable RAN for beyond 5G**, examining network planning, resource allocation, and the unique challenges of developing next-generation networks. As well as an extended version of my conference paper where I'm working on extending my model to include more realistic scenarios and constraints.
+- **Academic Publications**: In addition to my recent conference acceptance at OFC 2025, I am finalising a survey paper for **IEEE** on **reconfigurable RAN for beyond 5G**, examining network planning, resource allocation, and the unique challenges of developing next-generation networks. As well as an extended version of my conference paper where I'm working on extending my model to include more realistic scenarios and constraints.
 
 For more information on my academic journey and accomplishments, please visit:
 

content/about-me/work-experience.md

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 ## My Work Experience at Deakin University
 
-### Sessional Academic
+### Associate Teaching Fellow
 
-**March 2024 to October 2024**
+**March 2025 to Present**
 
-- Developing quizzes in NUMBAS and creating graph theory extensions using JME programming for SIT192.
-- Developed my own extension for creating NUMBAS questions on the Welsh Powell algorithm.
+- Marking 50 students in SIT102 and 50 students in SIT192, providing feedback to support their learning.
+- Conducting 2 help hub sessions per week in SIT202.
 
 ### Maths Mentor
 
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 - Assisting students with maths problems through weekly online sessions.
 - Sessions are run through Zoom and are open to all students.
 
-### Tutor for SIT102
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-**Trimester 2 2024**
+### Sessional Academic
 
-- Marking students’ OnTrack work and providing feedback to support their learning.
+**March 2024 to October 2024**
 
-### Help Hub Sessions for SIT202
+- Developing quizzes in NUMBAS and creating graph theory extensions using JME programming for SIT192.
+- Developed my own extension for creating NUMBAS questions on the Welsh Powell algorithm.
 
 **Trimester 2 2024**
 
-- Conducted drop-in sessions where students could receive assistance with course material and assignments.
+- Marking 30 students in SIT102 and providing feedback to support their learning.
+- Conducted 2 help hub sessions per week in SIT202.
 
 ### SAP Learning Resource Developer
 

intro.md

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 ## My Academic Journey
 
-Throughout my studies, I've achieved several academic highlights, including features in the *Deakin Maths Yearbook* for my HD reports on Cryptography (SIT192) and Quantum Cryptography (SIT281). My current research focuses on telecommunication networks, particularly the planning and optimisation of optical xhaul networks to support reconfigurable O-RAN in 6G networks. This work builds on my previous research during the Associate Deakin Research Summer Scholarship, where I initially explored computer networks and developed a strong interest in Radio Access Networks (RAN). I am now actively working on several papers, including one I've submitted to a conference. I'm also preparing a survey paper for IEEE on reconfigurable RAN for beyond 5G, discussing network planning, resource allocation, and the challenges of implementing beyond 5G networks.
+Throughout my studies, I've achieved several academic highlights, including features in the *Deakin Maths Yearbook* for my HD reports on Cryptography (SIT192) Quantum Cryptography (SIT281) and Optimisation and Constraint Programming (SIT316). My current research focuses on telecommunication networks, particularly the planning and optimisation of optical xhaul networks to support reconfigurable O-RAN in 6G networks. This work builds on my previous research during the Associate Deakin Research Summer Scholarship, where I initially explored computer networks and developed a strong interest in Radio Access Networks (RAN). I am now actively working on several papers, including one that has been accepted to the Optical Fiber Communications Conference (OFC). I've finalised a survey paper on reconfigurable RAN for IEEE, which discusses network planning, resource allocation, and the challenges of implementing beyond 5G networks. In progress I'm also working on an extension of the work done in OFC as well as one focused on the operations research side of the problem.
 
 For a detailed overview of my accomplishments, visit [Academic and Research Accomplishments](content/accomplishments.md) and see [Research](content/research.md) to learn more about my research projects.