Michail Baziljevich

Michail Baziljevich is a Professor at the University of Oslo's Department of Physics, specializing in condensed matter physics with a focus on superconductivity and magneto-optics. He has been affiliated with the department since 1992 and has contributed significantly to the development of magneto-optical methods for studying superconducting materials. His research interests include flux instability, magneto-optical imaging, and the properties of superconducting thin films.

Education and Employment: Holds a PhD in physics (superconductivity) and has maintained a long-term academic role at the University of Oslo. He has been involved in popular science initiatives, including founding the Astrofestival, earning him awards from the Norwegian Research Council (2001) and the University of Oslo (2003).

Research Interests: Explores superconductors' zero-resistance properties and magnetic behaviors, using magneto-optical techniques to visualize flux dynamics in materials like YBCO, MgB₂, and NbSe₂. His work bridges experimental physics and instrumentation, focusing on real-time imaging and thin-film analysis.

Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Superconductor Science and Technology, Physical Review B, and Applied Physics Letters, with contributions to NATO workshops and international conferences.

Grants and Awards: Recognized for outreach efforts, including fostering public engagement in science through festivals and educational activities.