Skip to content
PW.
WorkAboutExperienceContact
51.38° NBath, UK

Physics with Theoretical Physics · University of Bath

Preston Whiteman

I turn complex systems into clear, testable tools, combining mathematical modelling, computation and disciplined investigation.

Physics student building evidence-led systems for quantitative finance, research and technology.

Explore my work ↘GitHub ↗LinkedIn ↗

01 / Selected work

Work with measurable intent.

Projects that turn uncertainty into insight, and insight into working systems.

01Research systemscompleted
Research books, handwritten notes and documents arranged across a working desk
Yen Vu / Unsplash

Evidence discovery at research scale

A local Python and LLM-assisted workflow for finding, structuring and reviewing research impact evidence during an internship with the University of Bath.

Impact

Turned more than 50 fragmented research outputs into a structured, reviewable evidence workflow.

  • Python
  • Local LLMs
  • Evidence synthesis
Online demonstration coming soon
02Quantitative financeactive
Geometric glass and steel architecture at One Canada Square in Canary Wharf
Patrick Robert Doyle / Unsplash

Monte Carlo option pricing and risk engine

A tested Python engine for European option pricing and risk analysis, with analytical benchmarks, uncertainty estimates, Monte Carlo Greeks and reproducible convergence studies.

Impact

Nearly halved call-price variance at the same simulation budget while making pricing and risk uncertainty explicit.

  • Python
  • Monte Carlo
  • Greeks
  • Statistical validation
Case study →Source ↗
03Engineering systemsactive
A blue-lit prosthetic hand representing intelligent assistive technology
ThisisEngineering / Unsplash

Software for a smart prosthetic arm

Collaborative software and technical documentation supporting an interdisciplinary team developing intelligent assistive prosthetic technology.

Impact

Supports continuity across an interdisciplinary team by turning technical decisions into maintainable software and documentation.

  • Node.js
  • Team development
  • Technical communication
Online demonstration coming soon

02 / About

I make difficult ideas useful, measurable and ready to act on.

I'm studying BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement at the University of Bath, where mathematical theory meets scientific computing, modelling and experimental work.

Across quantitative modelling, research impact analysis and interdisciplinary engineering, I focus on the same outcome: a clearer decision, backed by a system that can be tested and trusted.

I bring careful measurement, applied statistics and technical communication to problems in finance, technology and research. My placement goal is to contribute where rigorous analysis can create practical momentum.

Based
Bath, United Kingdom
Degree
BSc Physics with Theoretical Physics with Professional Placement
Focus
Quantitative analysis · Technology · Research

Research spotlight / 2026

University of Bath

Research & Impact Intern · Bath Insights

Making research impact visible.

Built a focused evidence workflow for the University's research-impact work across policy, health and environmental domains, making scattered signals easier to find, structure and review.

50+research outputs analysed
04evidence and research platforms
08weeks of full-time research
PythonPUREAltmetricPlumXOvertonLocal LLMs

03 / Experience

Built for the real world.

Technical work becomes valuable when teams can understand it, use it and move forward with it.

2026 to present

University of Bath

Smart Prosthetic Arm · Vertically Integrated Project

Building collaborative software, web infrastructure and technical documentation for an interdisciplinary assistive-technology team.

2025 to 2026

Team Bath Racing Electric

Autonomous Systems

Contributed to control and motion-planning work in a multidisciplinary Formula Student engineering environment.

2026 to present

University of Bath

Student Outreach Ambassador

Representing the university and making complex choices clearer for prospective students and families.

2023 to 2024

EDT & GE Vernova

Industrial Cadets Gold · Project Team Leader

Led a year-long engineering design project from evaluation to a formal presentation for industry stakeholders.

04 / Recognition

Proof of curiosity.

01British Physics Olympiad

Gold Award · top approximately 5% nationally

02Industrial Cadets

Gold Award · engineering project with GE Vernova

03Laboratory work

90% · Electrical Properties of a Tungsten Filament Lamp

04Health Strategy Competition

1st place · team leadership and resource allocation

05 / Contact

Let's solve something difficult.

I'm looking for a placement where quantitative thinking, technical craft and clear communication can create useful change.

LinkedIn ↗GitHub ↗Public CV coming shortly
PW.

Preston Whiteman · Bath, UK

Back to top ↑