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Jian ZhouView profile

Assistant Professor

• Nanoengineering
• NEMS (Nano-Electro-Mechanical Systems)
• Nano mechanics and manufacturing
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Jian Zhou is an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Binghamton University, joining in 2023. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Binghamton University (2023) and completed postdoctoral research at Argonne National Laboratory in nanoengineering. His research focuses on nanoengineering, bio-inspired devices, and precision sensing tools addressing societal challenges in health, energy, and security. Notable contributions include the bio-inspired flow microphone commercialized by Soundskrit and studies on spider web acoustics featured in PNAS , Nature Physics , and BBC. His research group develops nanoscale materials, metamaterials, and ultrafast X-ray optics. Recent highlights include a 2023 Journal of Experimental Biology Outstanding Paper Prize for mosquito antennae research and an NSF grant for nano-opto-electro-mechanical systems (NOEMS). He was honored as a 'Career Champion' by students in 2024. The lab collaborates with institutions like Argonne, Penn State, Harvard, and Princeton. Publications span advanced materials, MEMS technology, and bio-inspired engineering, often appearing in interdisciplinary journals. Active areas include nanomechanical resonators, scale-dependent metamaterials, and acoustic flow sensing inspired by biological systems. Education : PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Binghamton University, 2023) Awards : 2023 Journal of Experimental Biology Prize, Career Champion (2024) Funding : NSF Award for NOEMS research (2024) His lab seeks PhD candidates interested in nanotechnology, MEMS, and bio-inspired systems. Contact via jianzhou@binghamton.edu for opportunities.

Murielle WatzkyView profile

Associate Professor

• Biosynthetic Pathways for Metal Nanoparticles
• Nanoparticle Formation Kinetics
• Biosensors
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Murielle Watzky is the Department Chair and Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Northern Colorado , College of Natural and Health Sciences. Her research focuses on nanoparticle synthesis, biosensor development, and kinetic modeling of nanomaterials and protein aggregates. Education : Diplome d'Ingenieur (Ecole Superieure de Chimie Industrielle de Lyon), Ph.D. (Wayne State University), Postdoctoral Research (Colorado State University) Research Interests include biosynthetic pathways for silver nanoparticles, experimental probes of noble metal nanoparticle formation, and plasmonic biosensors. She pioneered the Finke-Watzky two-step nucleation and autocatalytic growth model applied to nanomaterials and protein aggregation systems. Scientific Contributions span 15+ years, with seminal work on nanoparticle kinetics (1997), protein aggregation modeling (2008), and biosensor development (2017-2021). Her 2008 review on protein aggregation is a top-10 downloaded article in BBA Proteins and Proteomics, with >300 citations. Awards : Highly Cited Paper (Web of Science) Top 10 Most Downloaded Articles in BBA Proteins and Proteomics Contact: murielle.watzky@unco.edu | Phone: 970-351-3551

Yogendra M. GuptaView profile

Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Shock Wave Physics
• High Pressure Physics
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Professor Yogendra M. Gupta is a Professor of Physics and Director of the Institute for Shock Physics at Washington State University (WSU). He holds the Creighton Distinguished Professor title and leads research in shock wave and high-pressure condensed matter physics. His work focuses on real-time examination of microscopic processes in materials under extreme conditions. Education: Ph.D. (Physics), Washington State University, 1972 M.Sc. (Physics), Birla Institute of Technology and Science, 1968 B.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry), Birla Institute of Technology and Science, 1966 Research Interests: Experimental and theoretical studies of shock wave effects on crystalline solids, inelastic deformation, chemical reactions in energetic materials, and nonlinear wave propagation. He develops novel experimental techniques for real-time analysis using optical spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, and continuum methods. Awards and Recognition: American Physical Society Shock Compression Science Award (2001) WSU Eminent Faculty Award (2005) Fellow, American Physical Society (1991) Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science (2002) Westinghouse Distinguished Professor (1996-97) Advising and Labs: Supervised over 100 graduate students and research associates. Directs the Institute for Shock Physics, advancing studies in dynamic compression and the Advanced Photon Source facility.

• Thermal Physics
• Nanophysics
• Superconductivity
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Zhuoran Geng serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher within the Department of Physics at the Faculty of Mathematics and Science, University of Jyväskylä. His office is located in room YNC 221, with contact available via email (zhuoran.z.geng@jyu.fi) and mobile (+358408054441). His research falls under Physical Sciences (field code 114) with focus on experimental nanoscale phenomena. Dr. Geng's primary research interests center on thermal nanophysics and superconducting quantum devices. He investigates phononic crystals, near-field thermal transport, and acoustic wave tunneling in piezoelectric systems. His secondary focus involves developing superconductor-ferromagnet hybrid structures for quantum applications including non-reciprocal electronics, cryogenic detectors, and qubit systems. This work bridges condensed matter physics, materials engineering, and quantum information science. Analysis of his 2018-2024 publications reveals consistent exploration of phonon-mediated energy transfer mechanisms, particularly through vacuum gaps and piezoelectric interfaces. His research demonstrates increasing convergence between thermal transport phenomena and quantum device engineering, with recent work emphasizing biomimetic material design and superconductor-ferromagnet coupling for next-generation sensors. Key methodological approaches include nanofabrication, analytical modeling of thermoelectric responses, and experimental characterization of quantum tunneling effects. He actively contributes to the Thermal Nanophysics and Superconducting Devices research group at JYU, which maintains dual focus on fundamental nanoscale thermal transport phenomena and applied quantum device development. The group's experimental work leverages advanced fabrication techniques and cryogenic measurement systems to explore quantum thermal effects and hybrid quantum systems.

• Materials Science
• Organic Electronics
• Polymer Science
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Ying Diao is a Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, holding positions in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, and the Materials Research Lab. She also serves as Theme Lead at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology. Her research focuses on materials science, organic electronics, polymer science, and their applications in energy, nanotechnology, and wearable devices. Key research interests include conjugated polymers, structural color, organic solar cells, and flexible electronics. She has pioneered studies on solution-processing techniques for advanced materials and their integration into functional devices. Her work bridges fundamental material assembly principles with scalable manufacturing methods. Recent articles highlight innovations in organic solar cell efficiency, bottlebrush block copolymer design, and wearable sensors for plant growth monitoring. Her research emphasizes the interplay between molecular design, self-assembly, and device performance. Awarded the Allan P. Colburn Award (2024), MIT 'Innovators Under 35' (2016), and NSF CAREER Award (2019), Diao's work has been recognized for advancing renewable energy and materials innovation. Her lab collaborates widely, addressing challenges in sustainable energy, flexible electronics, and biointegrated systems.

Ofer BusaniView profile

Lecturer

• Statistical Physics
• Probability Theory
• Mathematical Physics
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Ofer Busani is a Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in probabilistic models with strong ties to statistical physics. His research primarily focuses on the Kardar-Parisi-Zhang (KPZ) universality class, encompassing random growth processes, interacting particle systems, random polymers, and stochastic PDEs. He explores phenomena such as universality, scaling limits, and hydrodynamic behavior in these systems. Busani's work spans theoretical analysis of stochastic processes, including geodesics in directed landscapes, invariant measures in exclusion processes, and correlation decay in Airy processes. His contributions address fundamental questions in non-equilibrium statistical mechanics and stochastic geometry. His publications (2016–2025) reflect a sustained focus on the KPZ universality class, with recent advancements in multi-lane exclusion processes, bi-infinite polymer measures, and semi-infinite geodesic structures. Collaborations with leading researchers such as Timo Seppäläinen and Patrik L. Ferrari highlight interdisciplinary engagement in probability theory and mathematical physics. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned. His advising record is not detailed here, though collaborations with students like Evan Sorensen suggest active mentorship. Research is centered at the University of Edinburgh with no lab-specific mentions in the provided text.

• Nanofabrication
• Focused Ion Beam Technology
• Electron Microscopy
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Dr. David Cox is a Senior Research Fellow at the Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) at the University of Surrey, where he leads research in nanofabrication and ion beam technologies. He joined the university in 2001 following a PhD in Materials Science from the University of Cambridge. His work focuses on Focused Ion Beam (FIB) applications for quantum technologies, including the development of single-ion implantation facilities and liquid metal alloy ion sources. Cox also pioneered X-ray fluorescence microscopy for atomic-scale defect detection and contributed to superconducting nanobridge SQUID sensors for quantum measurement. His research spans semiconductor engineering, biomedical prosthetics, and materials for space applications. Education: PhD in Materials Science, University of Cambridge (pre-2001) Research Interests: His primary interests include: - Focused Ion Beam nanofabrication for quantum devices - Ion beam implantation for semiconductor doping and quantum sensors - Electron microscopy techniques for material characterization - Development of solid-state electrolytes for batteries - Nanobridge SQUID-based sensors for low-temperature applications - Atomic-scale defect detection in crystals using XRF microscopy Publications: Recent work highlights advances in single-ion implantation precision, XRF sensitivity for sub-atomic detection, and novel materials for space environments. His studies on conjugated polymers for retinal prosthetics bridge materials science with biomedical engineering. Awards & Grants: While no specific awards are listed, his contributions to quantum technology and ion beam applications have likely received institutional and collaborative funding support. Key collaborations include the National Physical Laboratory (UK), NTT Basic Research Laboratory (Japan), and the National Ion Beam Centre. Labs & Teams: Leads the Focused Ion Beam laboratories at ATI, managing cutting-edge tools like the SIMPLE implanter. Collaborates with the Nanofabrication and Quantum Technology groups at Surrey, alongside international partners in Japan and Europe.

Gang-yu LiuView profile

Professor

• Nanotechnology
• Atomic Force Microscopy
• Single-Cell Mechanics
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Gang-yu Liu is Professor of Chemistry at UC Davis, specializing in nanotechnology and bioanalytical chemistry. Her lab develops AFM-based methods for high-resolution imaging of biomolecules and single-cell mechanics. Research themes include nanostructure engineering for controlling biorecognition, 3D nanoprinting , and investigating nanoparticle-cell interactions. Honors include: ACS Fellow (2010) AAAS Fellow (2007) Faculty Fellows Award for Interdisciplinary Research Catalyst (2018) Recent work enables precise fabrication of lipid architectures and chiral nanostructures via spatial confinement. Applications range from drug delivery systems to nanotoxicity assessment.

Anton A. DarhuberView profile

Professor

• Microfluidics
• Nanofluidics
• Thin Film Physics
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Anton A. Darhuber is a Full Professor in the Department of Applied Physics at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), leading the Micro- and Nanoscale Flows research group within the Fluids and Flows section. He also holds a Full Professor position at EIRES Research. His work spans fundamental fluid physics at micro- and nanoscales with applications in semiconductor manufacturing, printing technologies, and energy systems. Research Interests: Darhuber specializes in surfactant-driven flows , plasma-liquid interactions , thermo/solutocapillary phenomena , and thin film dynamics . His lab investigates how liquids interact with solids across nanometer-to-millimeter scales, focusing on pattern formation, defect mitigation in lithography, and evaporative processes. Key application areas include immersion lithography, inkjet printing, and enhanced oil recovery. Research Trends: Recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on plasma-induced liquid flows (2024-2025), where electrical properties dictate flow direction in saline solutions, and phase separation in meniscus-guided deposition (2025) for polymer thin films. His group combines experimental techniques with computational modeling to address challenges in watermark defect formation and coffee-stain effects. Supervision & Grants: Darhuber actively supervises doctoral candidates (e.g., Sajjad Karimnejad, R.A.J. de Bruijn) and master's students. He leads major projects including FIP2.0: Complex Fluids on Complex Substrates (2020-2026), Defeng: Defect Engineering in Thin Films (2019-2025), and HVCLD: High Velocity Contact Line Dynamics (2022-2029), securing third-tier and first-tier funding from industrial and academic sources. Research Infrastructure: The Micro- and Nanoscale Flows group operates advanced facilities for microfluidic experimentation, plasma-liquid interaction studies, and high-speed imaging of interfacial phenomena. Collaborations span semiconductor industry partners (ASML), academic institutions (Princeton University), and EU-funded consortia focused on sustainable manufacturing.

Laura S. van HazendonkView profile

Researcher

• Graphene-based materials
• Colloidal chemistry
• Wearable electronics
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Laura S. van Hazendonk is a Doctoral Candidate at the Laboratory of Physical Chemistry, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), within the School of Chemical Engineering and Chemistry. Her work focuses on developing sustainable, nontoxic graphene-based ink formulations for printed electronics and studying collagen self-assembly for biomaterial applications. Education: Double BSc in Liberal Arts and Sciences (cum laude) from Maastricht University and Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg; MSc in Materials Chemistry (cum laude) from TU/e Research: Graphene conductors, collagen scaffolds, colloidal properties, direct ink writing, SAXS analysis Her research combines materials science and biochemistry to address sustainability in electronics manufacturing and tissue engineering. Current work emphasizes scalable production of graphene inks, thermal properties, and multiscale biomaterial design. Recent publications highlight collaborations with international teams on topics like e-textiles, liquid crystal actuators, and collagen morphological analysis. Laura has received the AkzoNobel Graduation Award for Chemistry and Process Technology. Her work involves partnerships with institutions like 4TU.Centre for Research Data, and she has contributed to media discussions on collagen scaffolds and graphene-liquid crystal systems.

Aiping YuView profile

Professor

• Nanomaterials synthesis
• Graphene and carbon nanotube applications
• Energy storage systems
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Aiping Yu is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo, directing the Carbon Nanomaterials Laboratory for Renewable Energy and Multi-functional Composites. Her research focuses on nanomaterials for energy storage systems, supercapacitors, and functional composites, with applications in solar cells, sensors, and nanotechnology. She holds 4 patents and over 40 peer-reviewed publications, including works in Advanced Materials and Nano Letters . Education: PhD in Chemical & Environmental Engineering (UC Riverside, 2008), MSc in Chemical Engineering (East China University of Science and Technology, 2002), BSc in Chemical Engineering (Nanjing University of Technology). Research highlights include graphene-based supercapacitors, carbon nanotube functionalization, and hybrid energy storage systems. Awards include the Ontario Early Research Award (2014) and recognition in Nature Nanotechnology . She teaches courses like CHE 241 (Materials Science) and leads the Applied Carbon Nanotechnology Laboratory, emphasizing practical applications of nanomaterials in industry. Labs: Carbon Nanomaterials Lab, Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology Grants: Not explicitly listed, but implied via patent and publication activity

• Regenerative Medicine
• Type 1 Diabetes
• Stem Cell Biology
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Holger Russ, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at the University of Florida's Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, within the College of Medicine. He leads research focused on regenerative medicine strategies for type 1 diabetes (T1D), particularly using human pluripotent stem cells to model disease mechanisms and develop therapeutic interventions. His lab investigates pancreatic beta-cell biology, immune tolerance, and thymic organoid engineering to address autoimmune aspects of T1D. Dr. Russ teaches advanced pharmacology courses (e.g., PAS5026, GMS6560) and directs a lab that combines stem cell technology, genome engineering, and immunology. Recent work includes developing inducible expression systems for stem cells, cryopreservation strategies for beta cells, and nanocapsule drug delivery targeting pancreatic cells. His research emphasizes translational approaches, such as engineering immune-protected beta cells and exploring thymic organoids to modulate T-cell tolerance. Key themes in his publications include beta-cell maturation, immune system interactions, and overcoming barriers in cell therapy transplantation. Dr. Russ has secured grants from NIH-NIDDK, JDRF, and industry partners (e.g., Tolerance Bio, Immunocore) to advance beta-cell replacement therapies and immunomodulatory strategies. His work bridges basic science and clinical applications, aiming to translate discoveries into treatments for autoimmune diabetes.

• Developmental Biology
• Cell Biology
• Bioelectricity
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Dr. Ann Rajnicek is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen's School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition. She holds a BSc in Biology from Marygrove College (1984) and a PhD in Developmental Biology from Purdue University (1990). Her research focuses on understanding how cells use bioelectric signals and substratum topography to guide migration and regeneration, with applications in tissue engineering and wound healing. Notably, she investigates the role of Rho GTPases in growth cone guidance and the integration of multiple directional cues in cellular navigation. Dr. Rajnicek has led significant grants, including a £643,000 BBSRC grant on epithelial migration and a £220,000 European Commission project on bioelectrochemical devices for CNS repair. She co-founded the IDEALL Group for Equality and Diversity and chairs the School’s Staff-Student Liaison Committee. Awards include the Yasuda Award for Excellence in Biomedical Research (2000). Her teaching roles include course coordination for neuroscience modules and senior personal tutoring. She serves as a Senior Editor for Bioelectricity and holds memberships in the Royal Society of Biology and multiple professional societies. Her lab explores bioelectric fields, nanotopography, and their combined effects on cell behavior, with recent work on wireless nerve growth control and silk biomaterials for spinal repair. Collaborations span Aberdeen’s Institute of Medical Sciences and external institutions, emphasizing translational applications in regenerative medicine.

• Fluid Dynamics
• Cavitation
• Polymer Solutions
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Carlo Massimo Casciola is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Sapienza University of Rome. His research focuses on fluid dynamics, multiphase flows, cavitation, turbulence modulation by polymers, and micro/nano-scale phenomena with applications in biomedical engineering and regenerative medicine. He leads studies on bubble dynamics, phase change processes, and advanced numerical modeling techniques like diffuse interface models and fluctuating hydrodynamics. Key Research Areas: Cavitation physics, polymer-turbulence interactions, microfluidic bioprinting, lipid membrane mechanics, and biomedical device development. Techniques: Direct numerical simulation (DNS), phase-field modeling, and experimental validation of multiphase systems. Recent work explores metastable fluid nucleation, tumor-on-a-chip models for immunotherapy, and elastocapillary systems with negative compressibility. His contributions bridge fundamental fluid mechanics with biomedical applications, including drug delivery via cavitation and tissue engineering through low-intensity ultrasound. Laboratory Focus: Advanced Fluid Dynamics and Multiphase Systems Lab, specializing in computational and experimental studies of complex flows and interfacial phenomena.

Udo BachView profile

Professor

• Photovoltaics
• Nanofabrication
• Perovskite Solar Cells
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Udo Bach is a Professor in the Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering at Monash University, leading the Monash Node of the ARC Centre of Excellence in Exciton Science. His research focuses on photovoltaics and nanofabrication, particularly perovskite and dye-sensitized solar cells. He holds a PhD from EPFL (Switzerland) and has extensive postdoctoral experience at UC Berkeley. Notable projects include the development of quasi-interdigitated back-contact perovskite solar cells and novel electrolytes for tandem solar cells. He collaborates internationally and leads high-throughput energy materials discovery initiatives. His work addresses global energy challenges under UN Sustainable Development Goals. Research interests include nanofabrication techniques (DNA-directed self-assembly, nanoprinting), plasmonics, and combinatorial materials discovery. He teaches MTE 3545 and MTE4597. Over 179 publications and 16 active/funded projects highlight his contributions to solar cell efficiency and stability. His group operates at Monash’s New Horizons Research Centre and the Melbourne Centre for Nanofabrication. Key achievements include pioneering back-contact solar cell architectures and advancing perovskite microstructure characterization. Current projects focus on stealth coatings for defense and scalable perovskite fabrication. No listed awards, but his impactful research is recognized globally.