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Jinoop Arackal NarayananView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
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Dr. Jinoop Arackal Narayanan is a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at Teesside University's School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies. He is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and Fellow of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (FIMMM). His career includes roles at Cranfield University, the University of Waterloo, and the Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology in India. He holds a PhD in Laser Additive Manufacturing from the Homi Bhabha National Institute and has over a decade of experience in additive manufacturing research. His expertise spans metal AM, process window development, advanced materials processing, and in-situ/ex-situ material characterization. He has authored a textbook on Additive Manufacturing (McGraw-Hill) and serves on editorial boards for journals like Additive Manufacturing and Crystals . His research interests include advanced materials development, additive manufacturing processes, surface engineering, and sustainable manufacturing. He leads collaborative projects with industries and institutions worldwide, focusing on topics like hydrogen embrittlement resistance, maritime decarbonization, and biosensor development. Awards include the Young Scientist Award (2019), Best PhD Thesis (2022), and multiple best paper/poster recognitions. Dr. Narayanan teaches modules in manufacturing systems, processes, and sustainable engineering. He actively supervises PhD students and collaborates on grants involving innovative AM applications, from aerospace components to biomedical devices.

• Materials Science
• Geochemistry
• Mineral Physics
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Dr. Renelle Dubosq is a Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials, affiliated with the Department of Microstructure Physics and Alloy Design. Her research focuses on advancing nanoscale analysis techniques, particularly atom probe tomography, to study deformation mechanisms in minerals, fluid inclusion behavior, and geochemical processes. She explores topics such as high-pressure metamorphic systems, cryogenic material behavior, and crystal plasticity in geological materials. Her work integrates experimental methods with computational modeling to understand microstructural evolution in minerals like garnet, mica, and pyrite under extreme conditions. Key themes include trace element mobility during deformation, the role of fluid inclusions in material hardening, and the application of correlative microscopy in nanogeology. Recent studies highlight her contributions to understanding deformation-induced chemical changes in white mica, the coherent solvus of alkali feldspar, and the mechanics of water ice at cryogenic temperatures. Her research bridges materials science and geology, offering insights into Earth's structural and chemical dynamics at the nanoscale. Dr. Dubosq has published extensively on atom probe tomography applications, metamorphic processes, and nanomechanical testing. No scientific awards are listed, but her work is recognized for its technical innovation and interdisciplinary approach.

• Materials Science
• Semiconductor Physics
• Nanotechnology
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Prof. Huixin (Helen) Xiu is an Associate Professor at the School of Materials and Chemistry, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, China. She concurrently serves as a visiting scholar at the NG group, Max-Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials. Her research focuses on semiconductor materials, optoelectronics, and nanotechnology, with an emphasis on degradation mechanisms in GaN-based devices and advanced materials characterization techniques like atom probe tomography. She holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (UK) and completed postdoctoral research at the National Institute for Materials Science (Japan). Education: PhD, University of Cambridge, UK (2004-2009) Bachelor and Master, University of Science and Technology Beijing, China (2001-2004) Research interests include semiconductor device reliability, nanomaterials for photocatalysis, and sustainable materials engineering. Her work spans atom-scale analysis of defects, optoelectronic device optimization, and environmental applications of advanced materials. Her publications highlight advancements in GaN laser diodes, graphene-based composites, and hydrogen evolution catalysts. She has contributed to understanding stacking fault impacts, Mg cluster formation in lasers, and synergistic effects in photocatalytic systems. Labs/Teams: Member of the Nanoanalytics and Interfaces research group at her university and collaborates with the NG group at Max-Planck Institute.

Paqui López FagúndezView profile

Researcher

• Surface Science
• Materials Science
• Biomaterials
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Paqui López Fagúndez is a Senior Researcher at the Institute of Materials Science of Madrid (ICMM-CSIC), where she has worked since 2002. Her career began with a PhD in Physics from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (1993), followed by postdoctoral research at LURE (Paris) and CENIM-CSIC. Her expertise lies in surface science, spanning both fundamental studies (e.g., electronic behavior of metals and compounds) and applied research (e.g., corrosion-resistant materials and biomaterials like titanium alloys). Her current research focuses on organic species on oxides, on-surface synthesis, photocatalysis, and 2D materials like graphene. She employs advanced techniques such as synchrotron radiation and STM to study surface phenomena, including chemical and structural modifications in nanomaterials. Key contributions include the development of graphene-based biosensors and methods for decoupling epitaxial graphene from metal substrates. Her work bridges chemistry, materials science, and nanotechnology, with applications in energy, electronics, and biomedicine. Notable projects include biomaterials for surgical implants and tailored graphene structures for enhanced charge transfer.

• Semiconductor Physics
• Photovoltaic Technology
• Laser Diode Development
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Prof. Dr. Martin Krejci serves as Professor and Head of the Physics group at the Institute of Mathematics and Natural Sciences within FHNW's School of Engineering and Environment. With industry experience at II-VI Laser Enterprise AG and academic credentials from ETH Zurich, he leads research in semiconductor technologies while teaching courses in thermodynamics, electromagnetism, acoustics, and experimental physics for engineering students. Krejci's research integrates fundamental physics with industrial applications in: High-power laser diode development Thin-film photovoltaic systems Semiconductor reliability engineering Accelerated life testing methodologies Multiphysics modeling of optoelectronic devices His publications (1997-2013) represent two research phases: Early career: Thin-film solar cell innovations including flexible CIGS technology and heteroepitaxial growth (1997-1999) Industry-academia transition: High-power laser development addressing thermal management, reliability, and miniaturization (2009-2013) Work consistently focuses on materials physics, structural characterization, and performance optimization of semiconductor devices. Krejci coordinates the Physics Laboratory for Energy and Environmental Engineers, overseeing experimental training and applied research projects. His industry collaborations bridge academic research with commercial applications in photonics and renewable energy.

Thang B. HoangView profile

Associate Professor

• Materials Science
• Nanophotonics
• Plasmonics
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Dr. Thang B. Hoang is an Associate Professor at the University of Memphis, Department of Physics and Materials Science. His research focuses on materials science and nanophotonics, employing spectroscopic techniques such as photoluminescence (PL), Raman, and time-resolved PL to study optical and electronic properties of nanomaterials. He previously held roles as a research fellow with the Norwegian Research Council and EU's FP7 program, and as a research scientist at Duke University. His work explores light-matter interactions at the nanoscale, integrating nanomaterials with optical platforms for applications in optical communications, sensing, and energy harvesting. Dr. Hoang leads the Electronic and Photonic nanoMaterials Laboratory, advancing research in 2D materials, plasmonic devices, and quantum photonics. Research Interests: Opto-electronic properties of 2D dichalcogenides, semiconductor nanowires, and quantum dots Nanophotonic and plasmonic systems for high-speed data transmission and sensing Development of plasmonic nanoantennas and metamaterials for optical applications Key Contributions: Pioneered studies on Te quantum dots for single-photon sources Developed methods for synthesizing WS2 nanomaterials via NaCl-assisted CVD Advanced plasmon-assisted random lasing and nonlinear optical phenomena Grants & Collaborations: Active in EU and U.S. research programs, with ongoing projects in quantum integrated photonics and nanomaterials synthesis.

Arash YavariView profile

Professor

• Nonlinear Elasticity
• Geometric Mechanics
• Computational Mechanics
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Arash Yavari is a Professor at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology. He holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Sharif University of Technology (1997), M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from The George Washington University (2000), and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Applied Mechanics) with a minor in Mathematics from Caltech (2005). His research focuses on geometric mechanics, nonlinear elasticity, and discrete mechanics of crystalline solids with defects. He is a Fellow of the Society of Engineering Science and a member of the American Academy of Mechanics. Research Interests: Systematic theories for defective crystals, bridging atomistic and continuum models. Applications of differential geometry, exterior calculus, and algebraic topology in mechanics. Accretion mechanics, nonlinear anelasticity, and transformation cloaking in elastic structures. His work addresses challenges in non-periodic systems, discrete boundary-value problems, and the geometric foundations of mechanics. Recent studies include optimal elastostatic cloaking and universal deformations in anisotropic materials. Awards and Recognition: Fellow of the Society of Engineering Science (2018). Member of the American Academy of Mechanics. Grants and Projects: Included collaborations like the NSF-funded "Mechanics of Growing Bodies: A Riemannian Geometric Approach" (2011), focusing on geometric modeling of growth and accretion. Ongoing research explores cloaking structures and defect mechanics in nanomaterials.

Zhilang ZhangView profile

Professor

• Computational Mechanics
• Numerical Simulation
• Advanced Manufacturing
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Dr. Zhilang Zhang is a Professor at ETH Zurich, holding the Professorship for Advanced Manufacturing within the Department of New Manufacturing Technologies. His research focuses on computational mechanics, numerical simulation methods (SPH, FEM), advanced manufacturing processes, and process modeling. He specializes in high-fidelity modeling of complex phenomena such as additive manufacturing, material sintering, and fluid-structure interactions. Key research areas include multiscale modeling, CFD-DEM coupling, and novel numerical methods for extreme mechanics problems. His work integrates advanced computational techniques with experimental validations, addressing challenges in manufacturing, materials science, and fluid dynamics. Recent projects involve operando synchrotron tomography for melt pool analysis and parallelized SPH frameworks for large-scale simulations. Notable contributions include developing the Direct FE2 method for multiscale simulations and improving hydroelastic modeling via meshless methods. He actively explores applications of physics-informed neural networks and surrogate models in engineering optimization. His research group collaborates on cutting-edge projects at the intersection of computational engineering and advanced manufacturing, with a focus on sustainable and high-performance materials processing.

Joshua J. ChoiView profile

Associate Professor

• Materials Chemistry
• Optoelectronic Devices
• Solar Power
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Joshua J. Choi is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering and Courtesy Associate Professor of Physics at the University of Virginia's School of Engineering and Applied Science. He leads the Choi Laboratory for Optoelectronic Nanomaterials, focusing on semiconductor nanomaterials, perovskites, and quantum dots for optoelectronic applications. His research combines synthesis, characterization, and device fabrication to enhance material performance for low-cost, high-efficiency technologies. Dr. Choi holds a B.E. from Cooper Union (2006), a Ph.D. in Applied Physics from Cornell University (2012), and completed postdoctoral research at Columbia University (2012–2014). He has received the NASA Early Career Faculty Award (2015) and VSGC New Investigator Award (2015). Research interests include wave function engineering, nanoheterostructure design, and solution-processed optoelectronics. His lab develops novel synthetic methods for perovskites and quantum dots, leveraging X-ray diffraction, optical spectroscopy, and electrical measurements to study structure-property relationships. Current projects aim to optimize perovskite solar cells and radiation detectors while advancing nanomanufacturing techniques. Key achievements include pioneering work on cation/anion effects in perovskites and demonstrating vertical orientation control in 2D perovskite thin films. His publications span advanced materials synthesis, defect passivation, and device performance optimization.

• Physical Metallurgy
• Silicon Crystallization
• Solar Cell Materials
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Marisa Di Sabatino is a Professor of Physical Metallurgy at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). She holds a Master's from Marche Polytechnic University (2002) and a PhD from NTNU (2005), with a visiting PhD stint at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (2004). Before becoming a Professor in 2017, she served as an Associate Professor (2010–2016), and previously worked at SINTEF Materials and Chemistry (2007–2010). Her research focuses on crystallization/solidification of silicon for solar cells, advanced material characterization (e.g., Glow Discharge Spectrometry), castability of light alloys, and silicon crucible technology. Key contributions include optimizing Czochralski silicon growth processes, mitigating structural defects, and advancing understanding of impurity effects in semiconductors. Education: PhD in Physical Metallurgy, NTNU (2005) Master in Materials Science, Marche Polytechnic University (2002) Her work has been recognized with awards such as the Dr Mathias Sem's fond (2018), Aldo Daccò Award (2006), and Håkon Styri Fellowship (2004). She leads interdisciplinary projects like NTNU-SINTEF SolarNet, advancing solar energy solutions for high-latitude climates. Her team collaborates globally on topics like silicon crucible coatings, AI-driven defect analysis, and alloy microstructure optimization. Research outputs span 100+ publications across journals like Journal of Crystal Growth , Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells , and Physica Status Solidi . Current projects address sustainable silicon manufacturing, fused quartz crucible durability, and machine learning for process control in metallurgy.

• Corrosion and Interface Chemistry
• Electrochemistry
• Materials Degradation Mechanisms
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Andreas Erbe is a Professor of Corrosion and Interface Chemistry at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Department of Materials Science and Engineering under the Faculty of Natural Sciences. His research focuses on atomic- and molecular-scale mechanisms of materials degradation, particularly using in situ and operando spectroscopic methods like vibrational spectroscopy (IR, Raman) to study electrochemical processes. He also explores applications of data science and machine learning in corrosion and electrochemistry. Education and Background: 2015–Present: Professor at NTNU 2007–2015: Group leader at Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung, Düsseldorf 2006–2007: Postdoc at Academia Sinica, Taipei 2004–2006: Postdoc at University of Leeds, UK 1997–2001: Diploma in Physical Chemistry from Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg Research Interests: His work centers on corrosion mechanisms, electrochemical processes, and interfacial chemistry. He employs advanced spectroscopic techniques to study structural changes at material interfaces. Recent activities integrate data science and AI for predictive corrosion analysis, with applications in sustainable materials and environmental monitoring. Publications: His research spans corrosion mechanisms in metallic alloys, material degradation under environmental stresses, and spectroscopic characterization of interfaces. Notable themes include magnesium alloy corrosion, fused quartz crucible behavior in silicon production, and microplastic impacts on wildlife. His work bridges fundamental electrochemistry with applied materials science. Advising & Labs: He leads a research group at NTNU focusing on corrosion and interface chemistry, emphasizing in situ experimental methods and interdisciplinary approaches. Current projects include studying corrosion under complex environmental conditions and developing AI-driven corrosion prediction tools.

Michael ChenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Physics
• Materials Science
• Biomedical Engineering
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Michael Chen Michael Chen (X.K. Chen) is a retired Senior Lecturer in the Department of Physics at Simon Fraser University. His research focuses on advanced spectroscopic techniques, particularly Raman spectroscopy, applied to materials science and biomedical applications. He holds a B.Sc. from Zhongshan University and a Ph.D. from the City University of New York (CUNY). Chen’s work spans diverse areas including semiconductor nanomaterials (e.g., GaAs nanowires), superconductivity (YBa₂Cu₃O₇ and MgB₂), and biomedical diagnostics (e.g., cancer tissue characterization via Raman spectroscopy). His contributions have been published in journals like Applied Physics Letters , Journal of Raman Spectroscopy , and Physical Review B . While currently retired, he previously contributed to teaching and research at SFU. His publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of spectroscopy in both fundamental physics and clinical diagnostics.

• Machine Learning
• Control Systems
• Computer Vision
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Jian Sun is a researcher affiliated with the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Institute of Computing Technology. His work spans interdisciplinary fields including machine learning, control systems, robotics, and signal processing. He collaborates with institutions globally to advance theoretical and applied research in computational methods and their real-world applications. Research interests focus on machine learning for healthcare diagnostics, optimization algorithms for complex systems, and sensor fusion technologies for autonomous systems. Recent work emphasizes applications in cognitive impairment detection, UAV-based communication systems, and crystal structure prediction. Publications highlight advancements in adaptive control methodologies, cybersecurity in control systems, and 3D reconstruction techniques. His contributions bridge theoretical foundations with practical implementations in robotics, aerospace, and environmental monitoring.

• Turbine Cooling
• Double-Wall Systems
• Heat Transfer
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Dr. Michael van de Noort is a Research Fellow and Postdoctoral Research Assistant at the Oxford Thermofluids Institute, part of the Turbine Cooling Group at the University of Oxford. He holds a DPhil (2023) from the CDT in Gas Turbine Aerodynamics at Oxford, an MEng in Engineering Science (Oxford), and an MRes from the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on advancing turbine cooling technologies, particularly Double-Wall cooling systems. Key areas include low-order computational models for airflow prediction in complex cooling systems, thermomechanical stress optimization, and particle blockage vulnerability analysis using experimental rigs. Collaborations include Rolls-Royce for solver development and Kings College London for thermomechanical studies. Research projects involve genetic algorithm-based cooling system optimization, coolant migration analysis, and the impact of manufacturing tolerances on thermal performance. His work bridges computational fluid dynamics (CFD) with experimental validation, addressing real-world challenges in aerospace turbine efficiency. He contributes to the Turbine Cooling Group, actively publishing in journals like International Journal of Mechanical Sciences and Journal of Turbomachinery . His interdisciplinary approach integrates materials science, fluid dynamics, and mechanical engineering to solve critical thermal challenges in modern turbine design.

• Epigenetics
• Genomics
• Immune Development
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David Martino is an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia Medical School and heads the Clinical Epigenetics team at the Telethon Kids Institute. His research focuses on epigenetic regulation of immune development. His research examines epigenetic programming in newborns, biomarkers for prenatal alcohol exposure, and gut microbiome development in infants. His work integrates genomics, bioinformatics, and clinical studies to understand immune-related disorders. Recent publications explore epigenetic mechanisms in childhood food allergy, DNA methylation patterns in vaccine response, and chromatin dynamics during immune cell activation. His work bridges basic epigenetic research with clinical applications.