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• Materials Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Superconductivity
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Rajeev Ahuja is a Professor at the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University , specializing in Materials Theory . His research spans computational materials science with a focus on superconductivity , hydrogen storage , and 2D materials for energy and electronic applications. Current affiliations: Uppsala University Key research areas: Condensed matter physics, thermoelectrics, battery materials, and photocatalysis His recent work explores topological states in 2D materials , sensor design using boron rings , and adsorption behaviors of MXenes for biomedical and environmental applications. Collaborative studies with international teams have produced high-impact publications on superconducting hydrides and strain-engineered nanomaterials . Emerging trends in his publications reveal increasing emphasis on twisted heterostructures , transition metal oxides , and environmental remediation via boron nitride and graphene -based systems. Research also extends to planetary material physics (Jupiter/Saturn interiors) and biocompatible nanomaterials .

Carlos Moyses Graca AraujoView profile

Researcher

• Renewable Energy
• Condensed Matter Physics
• First-Principles Theory
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Dr. Carlos Moyses Graca Araujo is a researcher at Uppsala University's Department of Physics and Astronomy , specializing in Materials Theory . With expertise in condensed matter physics , his work focuses on renewable energy science , particularly battery materials and photo-electro-catalysis . Education : PhD in Condensed Matter Physics (Uppsala University), Postdoc (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Yale University) His research employs density functional theory , molecular dynamics , and Monte Carlo simulations to investigate energy conversion and storage mechanisms. He has received prestigious awards including the Benzelius Prize , Ångström Premium , and Bjurzon’s Premium for his contributions to materials science. Dr. Araujo's recent publications highlight advancements in aqueous zinc-ion batteries , Li-metal anodes , and polymer solar cells , with a focus on computational materials design and electrocatalyst optimization . His work spans collaborations with institutions like Stanford and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory .

José Ángel Castellanos-ReyesView profile

Researcher

• Electron Microscopy
• Magnetism
• Condensed Matter Physics
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José Ángel Castellanos-Reyes is a Researcher in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University, specializing in the Materials Theory division. His work focuses on theoretical modeling and simulations of electron-matter interactions, particularly in magnetic materials and nanostructures using advanced electron microscopy techniques. His research spans Electron Microscopy, Quantum Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Optics, and Solid-State Physics, with deep expertise in nanoplasmonics and nanophotonics developed during graduate studies. Current work centers on scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) and electron-energy-loss/gain spectroscopies (EELS/EEGS), investigating phonon and magnon excitations in magnetic systems. Key areas include angular momentum transfer to nanoparticles, temperature effects on magnon scattering, and multiple scattering phenomena in spectroscopic measurements. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a cohesive research trajectory in theoretical electron microscopy, emphasizing computational models for magnon and phonon spectroscopy. His work bridges condensed matter theory with experimental microscopy, developing dynamical theories for angle-resolved EELS/EEGS that account for multiple scattering effects. Notable contributions include frameworks for detecting magnons at high resolution and simulating electron interactions with non-spherical nanoparticles, advancing quantitative analysis of magnetic and vibrational excitations at nanoscale. No scientific awards were mentioned in the available documentation. Information regarding student advising and research grant funding was not provided in the source materials. While affiliated with Uppsala University's Materials Theory group, specific laboratory facilities or dedicated research teams were not detailed in the provided content.

Debjani KarmakarView profile

Researcher

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
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Debjani Karmakar is a Visiting Researcher at the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University, Sweden. Her work focuses on condensed matter physics , magnetism , and low-dimensional materials , particularly exploring van der Waals heterostructures and transition metal dichalcogenides . She has contributed to studies on chiral magnetism , excitonic interactions , and charge transport phenomena in 2D systems. Her recent publications highlight expertise in: Electronic structure theory for correlated systems Defect engineering in nanomaterials for optical applications Van der Waals contacts in high-mobility devices Magnetic phase transitions in kagome lattices Hybrid nanomaterials for energy harvesting Collaborations span institutions like Uppsala University, with publications in high-impact journals including Physical Review B , Nano Letters , and ACS Applied Nano Materials .

• Superconductivity
• Hydrogen Storage
• Materials Science
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Wei Luo is a Researcher at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Materials Theory at Uppsala University. His work focuses on computational materials science under extreme conditions, particularly high-pressure environments, with applications in superconductivity, hydrogen storage, and nanomaterials for energy and environmental technologies. Key research sub-fields include phonon-mediated superconductivity , 2D material design , and density functional theory (DFT) simulations . Major Research Areas : Superconductivity under pressure, hydrogen-rich material synthesis, MXene applications, and environmental pollutant detection using boron nitride systems. Recent Trends : Analysis of clathrate superhydrides, strain-engineered photocatalysts, and thermodynamic stability of actinide-doped compounds. Collaborations : Active in international teams, particularly with researchers in Thailand, China, and Sweden.

Manuel PereiroView profile

Researcher

• Magnetic Topological Systems
• Atomistic Spin Dynamics
• Magnonics
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Manuel Pereiro is a Researcher at the Department of Physics and Astronomy; Materials Theory , Uppsala University , Sweden. His work bridges condensed matter physics , magnetic materials , and computational modeling , with a focus on atomistic spin dynamics and ab-initio methods. He is a key member of the Atomistic Spin Dynamics (ASD) team , contributing to the development of the UppASD simulation code used globally. PhD in Physics, University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain), with over 55 high-impact publications Recipient of the Best PhD Thesis 2010 in the Faculty of Physics, Santiago de Compostela Awarded a European Thesis during postdoctoral work Secured Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation Grant (2018) for research on time crystals and topological magnetic materials Research Focus : Manuel specializes in magnetic topological systems , including skyrmions in kagome magnets and B20 compounds . His work explores ultrafast demagnetization driven by spin-polarized currents , quantum spin dynamics (e.g., magnon-magnon entanglement ), and non-collinear magnetism in van der Waals magnets and chiral materials . He combines Landau-Lifshitz-Gilbert equations with density functional theory to model spin-lattice interactions and predict novel magnetic phenomena. Collaborations and Impact : He collaborates internationally with groups at IFW Dresden (Germany), Federal University of Pará (Brazil), and University of South Florida (USA). His research targets energy-efficient electronics via magnonic logic devices and quantum vacuum energy extraction . His 15 most recent publications highlight advancements in spin-lattice coupling , skyrmion dynamics , and quantum entanglement in antiferromagnets . Scientific Awards : Best PhD Thesis Award, 2010 (University of Santiago de Compostela) European Thesis Award (postdoctoral period) Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation Grant (2018) Technological Contributions : Developed the UppASD code , enabling global research on atomistic spin dynamics. His methods integrate first-principles calculations with spin models to study magnetic materials without prior assumptions. This includes modeling non-collinear systems , strongly correlated materials , and time-crystal analogs .

• Computational Materials Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Density Functional Theory
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Sergei Simak serves as a Visiting Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Uppsala University, specializing in Materials Theory. His primary research address is Ångströmlaboratoriet, Regementsvägen 10, Uppsala. Dr. Simak's research spans computational materials science with focus on density functional theory , magnetic materials , and perovskite semiconductors . His recent work explores phase transitions in shape-memory alloys, high-pressure hydride synthesis, and magnetocaloric effects. Notably, he develops machine learning approaches to enhance DFT thermodynamics calculations. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) reveals dominant research trends: (1) computational investigation of magnetic properties in lead-free double perovskites for optoelectronic applications; (2) high-pressure synthesis and characterization of hydridosilicates; (3) modeling martensitic transitions and phase diagrams under extreme conditions. His work frequently employs first-principles calculations and high-throughput screening methods. Dr. Simak actively collaborates with researchers across international institutions, with recent publications appearing in Physical Review Materials , Nature Materials , and Scientific Reports . His work shows significant interdisciplinary reach between condensed matter physics, materials chemistry, and computational science.

Denis ArtiukhinView profile

Researcher

• Theoretical Chemistry
• Quantum Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
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Dr. Denis Artiukhin is a researcher at the Institute of Chemistry and Biochemistry within Freie Universität Berlin , where he leads the Artiukhin Group. His work focuses on theoretical chemistry, quantum chemical methods, and computational modeling of molecular systems. Research Areas: Theoretical Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Photochemistry, and Chemical Physics. Key Contributions: Development of quantum chemical software (gmx2qmmm), subsystem density functional theory, frozen-density embedding methods, and studies on proton-coupled electron transfer and potential energy surfaces. Publications: Recent work includes method development for quantum simulations, spin-density calculations in photosynthetic systems, and applications to hydrogen bonding and catalytic processes. Contact: denis.artiukhin@fu-berlin.de

• Computational Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Material Science
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Aditya Wibawa Sakti is an Associate Professor at the School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Waseda University, with affiliations to the Global Center for Science and Engineering. He holds a Doctor of Science from Waseda University (2018) and previously worked at Universitas Pertamina (2018-2020) and Kyoto University's Element Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (2018-2020). Doctor of Science (2018) - Waseda University Master of Science (2012) - Institut Teknologi Bandung Bachelor of Science (2011) - Institut Teknologi Bandung His research spans Computational Chemistry and Physical Chemistry with a focus on Battery Technology , Carbon Capture , Drug Discovery , and Catalysis . Key trends in his recent publications include quantum mechanical simulations of CO 2 adsorption in metal-organic frameworks, lithium/sodium battery electrolyte design, nickel/palladium catalyst performance, and biomass-derived chemical processes. Scholar Award (2017, Society of Computer Chemistry of Japan) Gold Medal (2010, National Chemistry Olympiad, Indonesia) International Bronze Medal (2009, Iran) He teaches courses such as Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry Laboratory , Physical Chemistry , and Research Design and Analysis . His work involves collaborations across Japan, Indonesia, and international institutions.

• Theoretical astrophysics
• Core-collapse supernovae
• Neutrino transport and oscillations
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Ryuichiro Akaho is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Advanced Science and Engineering at Waseda University, Japan. He earned his B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in physics from the same university and is internationally recognized for developing general-relativistic Boltzmann neutrino transport codes applied to core-collapse supernovae and neutron-star cooling. Education: Ph.D. in Science, Waseda University, 2021–2024 M.S. in Advanced Science and Engineering, Waseda University, 2019–2021 B.S. in Advanced Science and Engineering (Physics), Waseda University, 2015–2019 Research Interests: Akaho’s theoretical work centers on neutrino radiation hydrodynamics in extreme astrophysical environments. He investigates how neutrinos drive supernova explosions, how flavor oscillations modify neutrino spectra, and how fallback accretion affects late-time neutrino emission from protoneutron stars. His simulations incorporate full general relativity, multidimensional transport, and state-of-the-art nuclear physics inputs. His recent studies reveal the universality of collisional flavor instabilities and quantify the detectability of supernova neutrinos by experiments such as Super-Kamiokande. These results bridge nuclear physics, high-energy astrophysics, and multimessenger astronomy. Awards & Honors: Young Scientist Presentation Award, Asia Nuclear Physics Association, 2025 HPCI Achievement Award (高エネルギー天体現象中の量子運動論的ニュートリノ輸送シミュレーション), RIST, 2024 Grants & Projects: PI, JSPS Grant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists, “The fate of massive stars explored by the first principle calculations in general relativity with nuclear physics,” 2024–2029 Co-I (completed), JSPS grant on black-hole formation and Boltzmann neutrino transport, 2023–2024 Teaching & Service: Since 2024 he has taught “Science and Engineering Experiment 1A” and “Physics Exercise B” to undergraduates at Waseda. He holds leadership roles in the Astronomical Society of Japan, Japan Physical Society, and two national astrophysical consortia (理論天文学宇宙物理学懇談会 and 宇宙核物理連絡協議会).

• Inorganic materials and properties
• Metallic material properties
• Semiconductors
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Tomoyuki Yamamoto is a Professor at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Waseda University , Japan. He holds a Doctor of Engineering from Waseda University and has extensive experience in computational materials science, particularly focusing on electronic structure analysis, crystal field effects, and optical properties of doped materials.

Sara KadkhodaeiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Materials Science
• First-Principles Computational Methods
• Data-Driven Materials Discovery
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Sara Kadkhodaei is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Materials Engineering at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) College of Engineering. She leads the Computational Materials Research Lab (CMRL), where her work focuses on developing advanced computational frameworks to bridge atomic-level interactions to macroscopic material properties. Her research spans: First-principles and atomistic computational methods Data-driven materials discovery High-throughput computational frameworks for novel material development Recent work trends highlight her expertise in machine learning applications for materials science, defect thermodynamics, and nanoscale energy systems. CMRL's research has been published in prestigious journals like Science , Nano Energy , and Physical Review Materials , covering topics from high-entropy oxide nanoribbons to CALPHAD thermodynamics. The lab's activities include collaborations with the Chicago DOE Alliance Center and contributions to the ASM Materials Genome Toolkit project. Sara's team has received recognition in teaching (2025 College of Engineering Teaching Award) and mentored junior researchers like Kritik Jain, a Gold Award winner at the 2025 Illinois Junior Academy of Science State Science Fair.

Keivan EsfarjaniView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Materials Science
• Thermoelectricity
• Condensed Matter Physics
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Keivan Esfarjani is an Associate Professor at the University of Virginia in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering . He holds a Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Theory from the University of Delaware (1991) and conducts research in Computational Materials Science , focusing on thermoelectricity and heat/charge transport modeling using first-principles DFT calculations. Education : Ph.D., 1991, University of Delaware His work spans materials like carbon, silicon, germanium , and 2D transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs) , with recent advancements in thermoelectric transport, anharmonic lattice dynamics, and thermal management of 2D heterostructures. He develops novel computational tools like ALATDYN and ELEMENTS for analyzing thermal conduction and phase changes at atomic scales. Contact: ke4c@virginia.edu

Avik GhoshView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Transport
• Nanoelectronics
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Avik Ghosh is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Virginia's School of Engineering and Applied Science. He received his Ph.D. from Ohio State University in 1999 and leads the Virginia Nano-Computing Research Group (ViNo) at UVA. His research spans theoretical condensed matter physics with applications in nanoelectronics, quantum transport, and beyond-CMOS computing paradigms. Professor Ghosh's research interests focus on understanding non-equilibrium properties of nano-scale material structures. His group applies a combined understanding of fundamental physics, chemistry, material science, and device engineering to explore novel device concepts. Key research areas include quantum transport in strongly correlated systems, tunnel-transistors and Klein tunnel switches, Dirac Cone systems (Graphene, Bilayer Graphene, Topological Insulators), nanomagnetic memory and logic, and nanoscale thermal flow. His work connects emerging materials with novel devices toward innovative circuit and architecture design using tools from 'first principles' models to quantum transport to compact models. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on quantum transport phenomena, thermal management at nanoscale interfaces, and spin-based computing. The research demonstrates expertise in combining theoretical modeling with practical device applications, particularly in topological materials, Heusler alloys, and 2D materials systems. His work often involves sophisticated computational approaches including density functional theory and non-equilibrium Green's function methods. IOP Fellow (since 2011) Top-10 breakthrough research of 2016, Physics World Physical Review B paper in Editor's Suggestion (2016) All University Teaching Award (2013) IBM Faculty Award (2011) NSF CAREER award (2008) Professor Ghosh has secured significant research funding including a $3.4 million DARPA grant for shrinking computing memory. His Virginia Nano-Computing Research Group maintains strong collaborations across disciplines, connecting fundamental physics with practical engineering challenges in next-generation electronics. The group actively utilizes high-performance computational resources and develops numerical algorithms to advance understanding of nanoscale science and engineering.

• Computational Physics
• Theoretical Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
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Sergey Prosandeev is a Research Professor at the Department of Physics within the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Arkansas . He has held this position since 2005 and is actively collaborating with the Dr. Laurent Bellaiche group , focusing on thermodynamic properties of ferroelectrics and magnets using first-principles and Effective Hamiltonian methods. Graduated with a PhD in Physics and Mathematics from Rostov State University (1980) on X-Ray photoelectronic spectra and electron transitions. Earned a Full Professor degree after habilitation defense in Riga (1990) on alternating crystal structures. Worked as a guest Professor at universities in Poland, Germany, and France (1990–2000). Served as a guest researcher at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (2000–2003). Research Interests : High-performance computing for physical properties of piezoelectrics, ferroelectrics, and magnets through Molecular Dynamics , Monte-Carlo methods , and quantum-mechanical calculations. His work bridges thermodynamics and computational modeling in physics. Teaching : At the University of Arkansas, he teaches Modern Physics , Electronics for physicists , and advanced Quantum Mechanics courses. Previously, he taught specialized classes at Rostov State University, including Tensor Analysis and Qualitative Methods in Theoretical Physics . Collaboration : Currently works in the computational physics group of Dr. Laurent Bellaiche, applying Effective Hamiltonian methods to predict material behavior from atomic principles.