About Dr Sarah Sweet
Dr Sarah Sweet is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Mathematics and Physics at the University of Queensland, specialising in galaxy formation and evolution across cosmic time through spectroscopy and imaging.
The Challenge
Academic websites have unique requirements:
- Presenting complex research in an accessible manner
- Maintaining credibility while being approachable
- Serving diverse audiences from researchers to the general public
- Ensuring accessibility for all users
- Achieving fast load times for global visitors
Our Approach
Working with Dr Sweet, we developed a website that:
- Prioritises Content: Clean design that lets the research take centre stage
- Ensures Accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for all users
- Maximises Performance: Static site generation for sub-second load times
- Presents Research Clearly: Three main research areas clearly organised
- Integrates Academic Profiles: Links to ORCID, ADS, and other scholarly platforms
Key Features
The website includes:
- Research Showcase: Dedicated sections for Local Group studies, galaxy evolution, and integral field spectroscopy
- Publications Integration: Easy access to academic papers and citations
- Survey Participation: Highlighting involvement in Delegate, SAMI, and Hector Galaxy Survey
- Professional Bio: Comprehensive CV and career information
- Sustainability Ventures: Showcasing co-direction of EcoMow, Zoe Farm, and Platform21
- Contact Information: Clear pathways for academic collaboration
Results
The website achieves outstanding technical performance:
- Load time under 1 second globally
- Perfect 100 accessibility score
- 99+ performance score on Lighthouse
- 100 SEO score
- Works flawlessly on all devices and screen readers
The site effectively serves its purpose as a professional academic portfolio, facilitating connections with researchers, students, and collaborators worldwide while remaining accessible to the general public interested in astrophysics.