Location & Facilities
Find our laboratory and learn about our research facilities
Our Laboratory
The Mark Willcox Research Group is located at the School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), one of Australia's leading research universities.
Laboratory Address
School of Optometry and Vision Science
Room 3.004
Rupert Myers Building
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW 2052
Australia
Contact Information
Office Phone: +61-2-9065 5394
Laboratory Phone: +61-2-9065 5395
Fax: +61-2-9313 6243
Email: m.willcox@unsw.edu.au
Laboratory Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Weekends: By appointment only
Public Holidays: Closed
After Hours Access: Available for authorized personnel
Visitor Information
Visitors are welcome by appointment. Please contact us at least one week in advance to schedule laboratory tours or meetings. Safety induction is required for all visitors.
Getting to UNSW
Multiple transportation options to reach our campus
Public Transport
Train: Kingsford Station (T4 Eastern Suburbs Line)
Light Rail: UNSW High Street Station
By Car
Parking: Available in UNSW car parks
Entry Points: Gate 2 (High Street) or Gate 14 (Barker Street)
Visitor Permits: Available at Security Office
Walking
From Kingsford Station: 10 minutes
From Light Rail: 15 minutes
Campus Paths: Well-marked walking routes
Research Facilities
State-of-the-art equipment and specialized laboratories
Characterization Laboratory
Advanced microscopy, spectroscopy, and analytical equipment for materials characterization. Includes scanning electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, and various spectroscopic techniques.
- Scanning Electron Microscopy
- Atomic Force Microscopy
- Spectroscopic Analysis
Synthesis Laboratory
Chemical synthesis facilities for nanomaterials and advanced materials preparation. Equipped with fume hoods, analytical balances, and specialized synthesis equipment.
- Chemical Synthesis
- Nanomaterial Preparation
- Safety Equipment
Device Fabrication
Clean room facilities for device fabrication and testing of energy materials. Includes photolithography, thin film deposition, and device testing equipment.
- Clean Room Facilities
- Device Testing
- Thin Film Deposition
Campus Location
Find us on the UNSW Sydney campus
Safety and Access Requirements
Safety Requirements
- Lab coats and safety glasses required
- Closed-toe shoes mandatory
- Safety induction required for new visitors
- Follow all laboratory safety protocols
Access Requirements
- UNSW ID card for building access
- Prior appointment for visitors
- Sign-in at reception desk
- Escorted access for external visitors