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• Heat Transfer
• Thermodynamics
• Mechanical Engineering
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Bahman Litkouhi is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Manhattan University, leading the Freshman Engineering Program since 1996. He previously chaired the Mechanical Engineering Department and directed its graduate program (1985-87). His expertise spans heat transfer, inverse problems, and thermal engineering applications. He holds a PhD and MS from Michigan State University in Mechanical Engineering. His teaching focuses on heat transfer, thermodynamics, and mechanical design. Research interests include computational heat transfer modeling, thermal management of automotive lighting systems, bioengineering modeling, and electronic cooling systems. He has consulted for Ford Motor Company since 1991 on thermal/moisture management of auto lamps. His publications address both fundamental heat transfer principles and applied engineering solutions, including seminal works on Green's functions and inverse heat conduction problems.

Kendra Letchworth-WeaverView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Physics
• Renewable Energy Technology
• Solid-Liquid Interfaces
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Kendra Letchworth-Weaver is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at James Madison University (JMU), where she has been since 2018. Her research focuses on computational modeling of solid-liquid interfaces critical to renewable energy technologies, including batteries and water filtration systems. She leverages JMU's high-performance computing resources and open-source software to study atomic-scale phenomena at material surfaces. Dr. Letchworth-Weaver earned her Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics from Cornell University (2016) and a BS in Physics & Mathematics from The College of William and Mary (2007). Her work bridges computational physics with experimental validation, particularly through X-ray reflectivity analysis and density functional theory (DFT). Research Interests: Computational modeling of electrochemical interfaces Materials for energy storage and sustainability Interfacial structure prediction using joint density functional theory (JDFT) Surface science and catalysis Development of computational tools for materials characterization Key Research Trends in Articles: Her publications emphasize computational-experimental synergy, advancing understanding of complex interfaces in energy systems. Recent work includes optimizing strontium titanate surfaces for heteroepitaxy, validating interfacial models via X-ray data, and developing machine learning approaches for materials discovery. Education-focused papers address diversity and inclusion in physics education. Labs & Resources: Her research uses JMU's Madison Accelerator Lab and high-performance computing cluster, complemented by collaborations in theoretical physics and computational chemistry. She actively contributes to open-source software like JDFTx.

Silvana Elena Radescu CioranescuView profile

Associate Professor

• Applied Physics
• Materials Science
• Computational Physics
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Silvana Elena Radescu Cioranescu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of La Laguna, Spain. She is affiliated with the INM Institute and leads research in the ELSimMat group, focusing on electronic structure and ab initio simulations of materials. Her work bridges applied physics, computational modeling, and high-pressure material science. Dr. Radescu holds a Ph.D. from the University of La Laguna (1998), supervised by Dr. José Fernando Peraza Hernández, with a thesis on structural phase transitions using a 3D Phi4 Hamiltonian model. Her research interests emphasize high-pressure structural stability, electronic properties of novel materials, and computational methods like ab initio simulations. Key areas include semiconductor alloys (Si/Ge), fluorinated carbon nanomaterials, and nuclear waste immobilization materials. Recent studies explore metastable phases under extreme conditions and functional nanosheets prepared via exfoliation. Her publications span over two decades, from early work on scheelite tungstates (2000s) to recent advancements in layered topological semimetals and neutron reflectivity materials. Notably, her group investigates pressure-driven phenomena such as zero thermal expansion materials and sodium-ion dynamics in complex oxides. Labs/Teams: Active member of the ELSimMat group, specializing in first-principles modeling and high-pressure experimental techniques.

• Ab initio calculations
• Quantum materials
• Transition metal oxides
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Victor Pardo Castro is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Physics, Faculty of Physics, Universidade de Santiago de Compostela (USC). He holds a PhD in Physics from USC (2006), with a thesis on first principles studies of cobalt oxides. His research focuses on ab initio calculations of quantum materials, including transition metal oxides, interfaces, and their electronic, magnetic, and thermoelectric properties. He has held postdoctoral positions at institutions like UC Davis and was a Ramón y Cajal Fellow (2012–2016). Education : BSc in Physics (USC, 1997–2001), PhD in Physics (USC, 2006). Postdoctoral research at USC (2006–2007), UC Davis (2007–2011), and TU Wien (2004–2006). Research : Specializes in computational materials science, particularly in designing functional materials using ab initio methods. Key areas include topological phases in oxides, thermoelectric materials, and magnetism in layered systems. His work bridges theory with experimental validation, contributing to understanding quantum phenomena like charge ordering and phase transitions. Supervision : Advised numerous students, including PhD candidates like Alberto Piñeiro Rodriguez (2013) and Antía Sánchez Botana (2013), and MSc students such as José Luis Lado Villanueva (2013) and Pablo Villar Arribi (2015). Current group members include Adolfo Otero Fumega and Jan Phillips. Membership : Part of the Materials Institute (iMATUS) and the Strategic Grouping in Materials (AEMAT). Research group: LABSIS Systems Laboratory.

Oleg RubelView profile

Associate Professor

• Materials modeling
• Density functional theory
• Solar cells
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Dr. Oleg Rubel is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair (Undergraduate) in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at McMaster University. His research group focuses on predictive computational modeling and supercomputing to evaluate material properties using first-principles methods, particularly density functional theory (DFT), targeting optoelectronic and quantum materials. Rubel holds a Ph.D. and M.Eng. from Zaporizhzhja Technical University and is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada. His research specialization includes materials modeling, solar cells, lasers, LEDs, quantum materials, and 2D materials, with interdisciplinary applications in energy systems and biomaterials. Key methodologies involve advanced DFT simulations and high-throughput computational studies to explore material properties such as optical transitions, defect tolerance, and electrochemical stability. Dr. Rubel teaches courses such as MATLS 3M03 (Mechanical Behaviour of Materials), MATLS 4K06 (Senior Thesis), and MATLS 4NN3 (Computational Modelling in Materials Engineering at the Nano-scale). His recent publications span topics like kagome lattice analysis, 2D material optical transitions, and zinc-ion battery cathode design, reflecting a strong focus on computational materials discovery and energy storage solutions. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his work contributes to innovations in energy systems and nanotechnology. Advising and grants are tied to his research group’s activities, with a focus on training students in computational materials engineering. His research group actively explores labs and teams advancing computational approaches to material design, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration across energy, photonics, and nanotechnology domains.

George Xinsheng ZhangView profile

Professor

• Bilingual education
• Chinese cultural studies
• Language policy
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Professor George Xinsheng Zhang is a distinguished academic serving as Professor of Chinese and Director of the Centre for Modern Languages at Richmond University, part of the School of Liberal Arts. He also holds the senior role of Senior Advisor to the President and Provost (China) at the institution. With over three decades of experience in language education spanning British and Chinese universities, his expertise spans language policy, intercultural communication, and cross-cultural business development. He earned his PhD from the University of Nottingham in 1991 and has held significant leadership roles such as Director of SOAS Language Centre and Director of the UK's first Confucius Institute. His research focuses on bilingual education (particularly English and Chinese), Chinese cultural studies, language acquisition, and teacher training. Notably, his textbook series Chinese in Steps won an award at the Fifth Confucius Conference. He actively contributes to national and international language education boards, including the European Association of Chinese Teaching and the British Chinese Language Teaching Society. Recent publications (2021–2024) emphasize standardization of Chinese proficiency assessments, integration of Chinese into global education systems, and post-pandemic online language pedagogy. His work often bridges theoretical frameworks like CEFR with practical teaching methodologies in multilingual contexts. Awards include recognition for curriculum innovation and materials development. As an honorary fellow of the Chartered Institute of Linguists and associate researcher at INALCO, he maintains global academic networks. His advisory roles and prolific publishing reflect a career dedicated to advancing international Chinese education through policy analysis, cross-cultural collaboration, and educator professionalization.

Bartomeu MonserratView profile

Lecturer

• First-principles quantum condensed matter theory
• Atomic vibrations in solids
• Superconductivity
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Dr. Bartomeu Monserrat is a Lecturer in Materials Science at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the TCM Group at the Cavendish Laboratory. His research focuses on first-principles quantum condensed matter theory, particularly the role of atomic vibrations in determining material properties under extreme conditions. His work bridges fundamental quantum mechanics with applications in optoelectronics, superconductivity, and planetary astrophysics. Research Interests: Quantum effects in atomic vibrations Temperature-dependent electronic structure Topological materials under pressure Superconductivity in high-pressure phases Optoelectronic properties of perovskites Applications to astrophysics (white dwarf cooling) Recent publications highlight his work on exciton-phonon coupling, topological phase transitions, and extreme-condition material behavior. His group applies advanced computational methods to design quantum materials for sustainable technologies.

Giulia GalliView profile

Professor

• Theoretical and Computational Modeling
• Materials Science
• Renewable Energy Sources
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Giulia Galli is the Liew Family Professor of Electronic Structure and Simulations in the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and Professor of Chemistry at the University of Chicago. She also holds a Senior Scientist position at Argonne National Laboratory, where she serves as director of the Midwest Integrated Center for Computational Materials (MICCoM). Dr. Galli earned her Ph.D. in Physics from the International School of Advanced Studies in Trieste, Italy. Her academic career includes positions as Professor of Chemistry and Physics at the University of California, Davis (2005-2013) and as head of the Quantum Simulations group at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (1998-2005). Professor Galli specializes in developing theoretical and computational methods to predict and engineer material properties from first principles. Her research addresses two critical challenges: designing sustainable materials for efficient solar energy capture deployable globally, and inventing materials for next-generation quantum sensors and computers. She combines quantum mechanics theories, high-performance computing, and data science to understand materials at the atomic level, with applications spanning renewable energy and quantum information technologies. Giulia Galli has received numerous prestigious honors: Member of the National Academy of Sciences Member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences Member of the International Academy of Quantum Molecular Science Fellow of the American Physical Society Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Materials Research Society Theory Award American Physical Society David Adler Lectureship in Materials Physics Feynman Nanotechnology Prize in Theory Medal of the Schola Physica Romana Tomassoni-Chisesi award by Sapienza University of Rome US Department of Energy Award of Excellence LLNL Science and Technology Award Professor Galli leads research groups at both the University of Chicago and Argonne National Laboratory. Her team develops computational tools including Qbox and WEST codes for quantum simulations. She has secured substantial research funding to advance materials for sustainable energy and quantum technologies, collaborating closely with experimentalists to bridge theoretical predictions with practical applications. Her November 2019 Campus Lecture at EPFL titled 'Marveling at materials through in-silico lenses' demonstrates her commitment to communicating computational approaches to materials design.

• Soft Matter Physics
• Statistical Mechanics
• Colloidal Systems
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Joseph Brader is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Fribourg, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Medicine. His research spans theoretical and computational physics, focusing on soft matter, colloidal systems, and nonequilibrium dynamics. Research interests include active matter, density functional theory, Brownian dynamics, and nonlinear rheology. His recent work explores confined fluids, superadiabatic forces, and Lorentz-force effects in colloidal systems. Publication trends emphasize dynamical density functional theory, nonequilibrium phase behavior, and transport properties in porous composites. Key subfields involve hard-sphere systems, integral equations, and magnetic heat pumps.

• Forensic Science
• Analytical Chemistry
• Metabolic Profiling
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Dr. David Thompson is a Senior Lecturer in Forensic and Analytical Chemistry at Keele University, serving as the MSc Forensic Science Programme Director and FS Marketing and Open Day lead. He holds a PhD in analytical chemistry from Keele University (collaborative with AstraZeneca) and a first degree in Chemistry and Forensic Science from Keele University (2007). His research focuses on forensic applications of metabolic profiling, particularly in determining post-mortem intervals and buried remains. He has pioneered analytical techniques such as ICP-MS for biomarker detection in cancer and metabonomics for environmental remediation. His work spans environmental toxicology, water treatment nanomaterials, and forensic geolocation using isotopes. Teaching responsibilities include modules like Forensic Science Principles and Forensic Dissertation . Over 15 articles highlight his contributions to analytical chemistry, forensic science, and environmental remediation. No scientific awards are listed, but his work has been published in high-impact journals such as Environmental Nanotechnology and Journal of Forensic Sciences . He advises MSc and MSci research projects and contributes to interdisciplinary collaborations in forensic and environmental chemistry. His lab and team focus on advancing analytical methods with practical applications in both academic and industrial contexts.

• Magnetic Materials
• Thermoelectric Properties
• Nonlinear Modeling
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Kamil Kutorasiński is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Condensed Matter Physics, Faculty of Physics and Applied Informatics, AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków. His research focuses on magnetic materials, thermoelectric properties, and computational modeling of material behavior under various conditions. Key areas include nonlinear modeling of magnetic materials, high-frequency material characterization, and the application of artificial intelligence in material property prediction. His work bridges fundamental physics with engineering applications, particularly in power systems and electromagnetic compatibility. Recent studies emphasize machine-learned models for power magnetic materials, experimental analysis of magnetic core characteristics under DC bias, and optimization of transient damping in high-voltage systems. Kutorasiński’s contributions span both theoretical advancements and practical validation through full-scale simulations and experiments. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, combining first-principles calculations with real-world applications such as VFTO attenuation in gas-insulated switchgear and the study of superconductivity phenomena. His research has been applied to improve material selection for high-frequency power systems and enhance understanding of thermoelectric efficiency in disordered materials.

Duane D. JohnsonView profile

Professor

• Materials Design & Discovery
• Materials Theory
• Computational Materials Science
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Duane D. Johnson is a Distinguished Professor of Materials Science & Engineering at Iowa State University, holding the Anson Marston Distinguished Professor of Engineering title since 2021. He has held significant roles including Chief Research Officer at DOE’s Ames Laboratory (2010-2016) and Director of the Materials Computation Center at UIUC (2000-2010). His academic journey began with a Ph.D. in Condensed Matter & Materials Physics from the University of Cincinnati (1985), followed by postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Bristol and Naval Research Laboratory.

• Materials Science
• Computational Physics
• Transition Metal Nitrides
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Dr. Sanjay Khare is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Toledo's College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. His research employs computational approaches to investigate materials properties. Research focuses on transition metal carbides/nitrides, phase stability, mechanical properties, and electronic structure using first-principles calculations. Recent work examines unconventional superconductivity in transition metal carbides and epitaxial growth of novel materials. Key publications explore structural and electronic properties of advanced materials for applications in energy and technology sectors.

Srinivasan SrivilliputhurView profile

Professor

• Materials Science
• Computational Materials
• Alloy Design
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Srinivasan Srivilliputhur is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of North Texas. His research focuses on computational materials science, particularly atomistic simulations and first-principles calculations to understand alloy behavior under various conditions. He investigates phase transformations, deformation mechanisms, and strengthening processes in advanced metallic systems including high-entropy alloys and titanium-based systems. His research interests include computational modeling of material properties, deformation mechanisms in metallic alloys, phase stability under thermal processing, and microstructure-property relationships in additively manufactured materials. His work combines theoretical approaches with practical applications in materials design. Analysis of recent publications shows consistent focus on computational materials science, with significant contributions to understanding high-entropy alloys, titanium alloys, and additive manufacturing processes. The research demonstrates sophisticated use of atomistic simulations and first-principles calculations to predict material behavior and guide experimental validation.

Sanwu WangView profile

Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
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Sanwu Wang is a Professor of Physics & Engineering Physics and Coordinator of the Graduate Program in Physics & Engineering Physics at The University of Tulsa. His expertise lies in theoretical condensed matter physics, materials science, and nanotechnology. He leads research using first-principles density functional theory and ab initio molecular dynamics simulations to study electronic materials, nanocatalysts, superconductors, and renewable energy materials. Education: Ph.D. in Physics (1999) from the University of Newcastle, Australia; Postdoctoral research at Vanderbilt University and Florida State University (1999–2006). His academic journey includes roles as a research assistant professor at Vanderbilt before joining TU in 2006. Research Interests: Condensed matter theory, quantum theory applications, computational materials science, high-entropy ceramics, solar cell perovskites, and nanocomposite mechanics. His work focuses on predicting novel materials for energy storage, catalysis, and nanotechnology through advanced quantum-mechanical modeling. Awards: 2012 Zelimir Schmidt Award for Outstanding Research (TU), 2008 Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Award (ORAU), and multiple Overseas Postgraduate Research Scholarships (Australia). Advising & Grants: Mentors postdoctoral researchers, Ph.D./M.S. students, and undergraduates. Research funded by NSF, DOE, NASA, and other agencies. Active in teaching advanced physics and engineering courses. Labs/Teams: Leads TU’s computational materials theory group, collaborating on interdisciplinary projects in energy materials and nanotechnology.