Marko Ahonen

Marko Ahonen is a University Lecturer in the Department of Physics at Tampere University of Technology. He holds a Doctor of Science (Technology) from Tampere University of Technology (2009) and a Master of Science (Technology) from the same institution (2004). His research focuses on surface science, materials science, and chemical physics, with a strong emphasis on oxidation processes and adsorption dynamics on metal surfaces. He has conducted extensive studies on copper (Cu(100)) surface modifications, nanostructure stability, and interfacial reactions in materials like CrC/CrN-enriched alloys and GaN semiconductors.

Key research areas include molecular-level analysis of surface modifications, the role of surface defects in oxidation mechanisms, and the development of advanced surface characterization techniques. His work frequently involves collaborations with international teams and has been presented at major conferences such as the European Conference on Surface Science and the International Conference on Surface Modification Technologies.

Dr. Ahonen has authored or co-authored over 12 peer-reviewed publications, including doctoral theses and conference contributions. His activities include presentations on surface analysis methods, oxidation dynamics, and interfacial reactions in materials science. Despite no explicitly listed awards or grants, his contributions to surface science have been recognized through citation in key journals like the Chemical Physics Letters.