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Yann AlibertView profile

Professor

University of BernSwitzerland

Prof. Yann Alibert is an Affiliated Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Bern's Faculty of Science, based at the Center for Space and Habitability (CSH). His research focuses on exoplanet science, planetary formation mechanisms, and space missions like CHEOPS and PLATO. He leads observational campaigns analyzing exoplanet atmospheres, orbital dynamics, and planetary system architectures using high-precision photometry and spectroscopy. Key areas of expertise include: Characterization of exoplanet atmospheres via CHEOPS and ESPRESSO Studying resonant planetary systems and compact multi-planet configurations Development of mass-radius modeling tools (e.g., mr-plotter) Investigating planet formation pathways through streaming instability and pebble accretion Recent work emphasizes ultra-short-period planets, hot Jupiters, and water-world candidates. He collaborates extensively with international teams on TESS, PLATO, and ground-based radial velocity surveys. His research contributes to understanding planetary system evolution and the search for habitable worlds.

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Salah BedairView profile

Professor

North Carolina State UniversityUnited States

Salah Bedair is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University. His research focuses on semiconductor materials and devices, including atomic layer epitaxy, laser-assisted deposition, and chemical vapor deposition. He leads investigations into optical and microwave devices such as detectors, solar cells, and light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Bedair holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and has authored over 200 publications. His work emphasizes optimizing InGaN templates to overcome challenges in LED efficiency and spectral range extension. Bedair’s awards include the Alexander Quarles Holladay Medal for Excellence (2015), NC State Alumni Distinguished Graduate Professorship (1998), and IEEE Fellow (1992). His research has been highlighted in media for innovations in high-efficiency solar cells and LED technologies. Recent projects involve developing tunnel junctions with negative differential resistance and improving quantum well structures for broader applications in optoelectronics.

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Arnab MukherjeeView profile

Assistant Professor

University of California , Santa Barbara (UCSB)United States

Arnab Mukherjee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), with a joint appointment in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry (DCB). He leads the Mukherjee Lab, focused on molecular bioimaging, combining imaging science with synthetic biology, protein engineering, and chemical biology. His research addresses challenges in visualizing biological processes via non-invasive technologies like MRI and optical imaging. His work includes developing genetically encoded reporters for MRI, such as aquaporin-based systems that enhance water diffusion for diffusion-weighted imaging. Parallel efforts involve engineering oxygen-independent fluorescent proteins (LOV domains) to enable anaerobic and deep-tissue imaging, overcoming limitations of traditional GFP-derived reporters. These innovations target applications in tumor microenvironment studies, infectious disease diagnostics, and functional imaging of cellular processes. Mukherjee's lab is located in Elings Hall (Engineering II), and he collaborates across disciplines to advance biomolecular imaging tools. His research has produced over 20 peer-reviewed articles, with recent focuses on biomolecular probes, phage-based nanomaterials, and calcium-responsive contrast agents. He holds a robust publication record spanning molecular engineering, biosensor design, and imaging technologies. He is contactable at arnabm@ucsb.edu and office 3349 Engineering II. The lab’s work is supported by grants from NIH, NSF, and industry partnerships, though specific grants are not detailed in the provided texts.

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David W. McCamantView profile

Associate Professor

University of RochesterUnited States

David W. McCamant is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at the University of Rochester's School of Arts & Sciences. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley (2004). His research focuses on ultrafast vibrational techniques, particularly femtosecond stimulated Raman spectroscopy (FSRS), to study structural dynamics in photochemical and photobiological reactions. His lab investigates DNA photophysics, vibrational coupling in molecules, and energy transfer mechanisms. Key research interests include mechanisms of ultrafast photochemical processes, vibrational relaxation dynamics, and the development of multidimensional spectroscopic techniques like 2D-FSRS. His work bridges experimental and theoretical approaches to understand molecular behavior at femtosecond timescales. Publications highlight contributions to FSRS methodology, DNA structural dynamics, and light-driven hydrogen production systems. His lab's innovations in laser spectroscopy aim to resolve molecular geometries during excited-state transitions and energy flow pathways in small molecules. While no awards are explicitly listed, his work reflects significant contributions to ultrafast spectroscopy and chemical physics. Advising and grants are not detailed in the provided text, but his role as faculty implies active mentoring of graduate students and research teams. The lab's experimental setup involves advanced laser systems and collaborations with institutions globally, as evidenced by co-authored publications.

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Obaid KoushaView profile

Lecturer

University of St AndrewsUnited Kingdom

Dr. Obaid Kousha is an Honorary Lecturer in the Infection and Global Health Division at the University of St Andrews' School of Medicine. He is also an ophthalmology specialty trainee in NHS Tayside and NHS Fife. His research focuses on developing low-cost ophthalmic devices for low-resource settings, particularly addressing diabetic retinopathy and retinopathy of prematurity. He has contributed to innovations like frugal tele-otoscopy systems and mobile phone-integrated ophthalmoscopic techniques. Dr. Kousha actively teaches undergraduate medical students and has supervised multiple clinical trials in medical retina care. Education: MBBS from University of Oxford (intercalated BA in Neuroscience), followed by foundation training in Devon/Cornwall. Previous roles include junior research fellow at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. Research Interests: Frugal medical device development Global health equity in ophthalmology Telemedicine innovations Medical education technology Key Achievements: Recipient of SOC Travel Award 2022 Dragon's Den Award winner for device proposals First Prize in multiple research presentations Grants: Lead on GCRF Award (April 2022) and collaborator on laser therapy projects. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Dr. Andrew Blaikie's Global Health Division, contributing to interdisciplinary eye health initiatives.

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Alexander KemperView profile

Associate Professor

North Carolina State UniversityUnited States

Dr. Alexander (Lex) Kemper is an Associate Dean for Research and Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at North Carolina State University (NC State), within the College of Sciences. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Florida (2010), followed by postdoctoral research at Stanford University/SLAC National Lab and Lawrence Berkeley National Lab as an Alvarez Fellow. He joined NC State in 2015 as an Assistant Professor, advancing to his current roles. His research focuses on quantum materials in and out of equilibrium, combining ultrafast laser experiments with computational modeling. Key areas include non-equilibrium dynamics in correlated materials, pump-probe spectroscopy, and quantum computing algorithms for simulating condensed matter systems. He received an NSF CAREER Award in 2018 for studying light-induced phases in 2D materials. Research interests span superconductivity (cuprates and Fe-based systems), electron-phonon coupling, and quantum machine learning applications. His lab develops software tools like eigenvector continuation and Hankel projections to study many-body systems. Recent work addresses quantum state preparation resilience, fast scrambling in hyperbolic models, and geometric quantum algorithms. Current lab members include graduate researchers (Anjali Agrawal, Heba Labib) and undergraduates (Liam Doak, Arvin Kushwaha). Alumni include notable contributors like Akhil Francis and Avinash Rustagi. Collaborations involve experimentalists in ultrafast spectroscopy and quantum hardware teams. Publications (2025) highlight advances in quantum algorithms (e.g., error mitigation, horizontal gates) and experimental techniques (correlation-ARPES, RIXS). His work bridges theoretical predictions with quantum hardware implementation, aiming to solve complex materials physics challenges on near-term quantum devices.

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Diana QiuView profile

Assistant Professor

Yale UniversityUnited States

Diana Qiu is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Yale University, affiliated with the WC Energy Sciences Center. Her research focuses on quantum materials, particularly the control of excitations and macroscopic properties through light-matter interactions and many-electron correlations. She develops first-principles quantum physics methods leveraging high-performance computing to predict material behaviors in optoelectronics, quantum information, and energy research. Key research interests include exciton transport, time-dependent phenomena, heterojunctions, and defects in 2D materials. Her work addresses fundamental processes such as exciton thermalization, coherence, and ultrafast optical responses. Projects involve designing novel materials for tunable excitonic properties and exploring phenomena like moiré-tunable band alignment in heterobilayers. Her computational approaches include Bethe-Salpeter equation formalisms, time-dependent GW methods, and machine learning integration for many-body interactions. Notable grants include the NSF CAREER Award for real-time first-principles studies of high-harmonic generation in solids. She collaborates on scalable synthesis of monolayer materials and investigates nuclear quantum effects in liquid water using advanced DFT techniques. Recent publications highlight advancements in exciton-polaritons, defect interactions, and scalable simulation frameworks like MBFormer. Her work bridges theoretical predictions with experimental validation, emphasizing practical applications in energy storage and quantum technologies.

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Daniel LossView profile

Professor

University of BaselSwitzerland

Prof. Dr. Daniel Loss is a Full Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Basel, affiliated with the Philosophisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Fakultät and the Department of Physics. He leads the FG Loss research group, focusing on quantum computing, spintronics, and topological quantum matter. His work bridges theory and experiment, with notable contributions to spin qubits and quantum coherence in semiconductor nanostructures. Loss holds leadership roles as Director of the Basel QC2 Center and Co-Director of the Swiss Nanoscience Institute (SNI). He earned his Diploma and PhD from the University of Zürich (1983, 1985), followed by postdoctoral positions at IBM Research and Simon Fraser University. Since 1996, he has been at the University of Basel. His research interests include quantum dots, spin dynamics, topological insulators, and Majorana fermions. He has pioneered theories for quantum computing with spin qubits, influencing global experimental programs. Loss has received prestigious awards, including the Marcel Benoist Prize (Switzerland's top science honor), the King Faisal Prize, and fellowships from the American Physical Society. His work spans theoretical advancements in superconductivity, magnons, and cavity-coupled systems. Key grants include leadership in the NCCR SPIN initiative and collaborations on quantum materials. His lab explores hybrid superconducting-semiconducting systems and domain-wall qubits. Recent projects address noise mitigation in spin qubits and topological magnonic devices.

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Helmut RitschView profile

Professor

Austrian Academy of SciencesAustria

Prof. Helmut Ritsch is a Professor in the Department of Theoretical Physics at the University of Innsbruck. His research focuses on theoretical quantum optics, cavity QED, and ultra-cold gas physics, with applications in quantum information and precision metrology. He leads the Cavity Quantum Electrodynamics (CQED) group since 1993, exploring phenomena like quantum phase transitions, entanglement, and light-matter interactions in controlled environments. Education: Earned his PhD (1989) and habilitation (1993) in theoretical physics from the University of Innsbruck. His career includes guest lectureships and international collaborations. Awards include numerous prestigious prizes (specific names unspecified). Research interests span cavity cooling, quantum thermodynamics, superradiant lasers, and quantum optimization. Notable projects include simulating thermal machines and developing frameworks like QuantumOptics.jl for open quantum systems. Recent publications emphasize non-Hermitian dynamics, quantum metrology, and critical phenomena. Students and collaborators include over 30 researchers, with former members listed from 1995 to 2024. The group operates within the ESQ and IQClock consortia, advancing quantum technologies and foundational physics.

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Sebastiano Di BucchianicoView profile

Researcher

University of RostockGermany

Dr. Sebastiano Di Bucchianico is a Researcher and Habilitation candidate at the University of Rostock, affiliated with the Department of Analytical Chemistry within the Interdisciplinary Faculty Life Light & Matter. He also serves as the Aerosol Mutagenesis Research Group Leader at the Helmholtz Center Munich, within the cooperation group Comprehensive Molecular Analytics, reflecting a strong dual institutional engagement in environmental and analytical toxicology. His research focuses on the health impacts of airborne particulate matter, particularly through in vitro models utilizing the air-liquid interface to simulate realistic exposure scenarios. Key areas include aerosol toxicology , nanotoxicology , and genetic mutagenesis , with specific interest in the cyto- and genotoxic effects of nanoparticles, soot, and ultrafine particles on human lung cells. The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in evaluating the biological responses to engineered and environmental nanoparticles, atmospheric aging of pollutants, and development of advanced in vitro lung models. His work bridges analytical chemistry with molecular toxicology, emphasizing mechanistic insights into DNA damage, inflammation, and pulmonary fibrosis pathways. Dr. Di Bucchianico is actively involved in multiple high-impact research projects funded by EU Horizon 2020 and national agencies, including BOW, ULTRHAS, BayUFP, and Dust-Storm. These initiatives focus on biogenic materials, transportation emissions, ultrafine particle characterization, and desert dust toxicity, underscoring his leadership in interdisciplinary environmental health research. While no formal advising list is provided, his role as a research group leader implies supervision of junior scientists and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. His laboratory work is centered at Helmholtz Munich and the University of Rostock, utilizing state-of-the-art in vitro systems to assess the health risks of airborne pollutants.

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Luis Filipe dos SantosView profile

Associate Professor

Aalborg UniversityDenmark

Luis Filipe dos Santos is an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture and Media Technology at Aalborg University’s Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His research and teaching focus on sustainable architecture, daylighting design, energy performance simulation, and human-building interaction, contributing to the global effort toward sustainable urban development and education. He holds a Ph.D. in Architecture / Building Science from the University of California at Berkeley, where his dissertation explored efficient modeling strategies for performance-based building design using daylight and energy simulations. His academic journey includes a prior role as Assistant Professor at Kent State University (2020–2021). His research interests span computational design , generative systems , shading technologies , thermal comfort , and urban energy modeling . He is actively involved in integrating simulation tools and machine learning into architectural pedagogy and practice. His recent publications reflect a strong trajectory in human-centric building design , dynamic shading systems , daylight simulation , and inclusive architectural education . These works often employ advanced computational methods and are published in high-impact journals and conferences such as Building and Environment, Solar Energy, and PLEA. He has received multiple honors, including: AAU Pedagogy Prize (2024) Kent State University CMU Industry Research Grant (2021) Best Doctoral Research in Building Science (UC Berkeley, 2018) Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award (UC Berkeley, 2018) PLEA 2018 Merit Award He has led and contributed to significant research projects such as How CMU gets its groove back and the International Energy Agency EBC Annex 95 on human-centric buildings. He mentors students, organizes academic events, and promotes innovative teaching methods, particularly through problem-based learning and digital simulation tools. His work is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially in education and sustainable cities, and he is a key contributor to the Lighting Design Lab and the Center for Sustainable and Digital Transformation at Aalborg University.

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Katherine StorrsView profile

Senior Lecturer

Max Planck Institute for InformaticsGermany

Katherine Storrs is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology at the University of Auckland, New Zealand. She leads the Computational Perception Lab, where she combines computational modeling and psychophysical experiments to study visual perception. Her research is supported by a Marsden Fast Start grant, and she is actively involved in teaching and academic service. She earned her PhD in Psychological Science from the University of Queensland in 2015 and has held postdoctoral positions at Justus-Liebig University (Germany) and the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (Cambridge, UK). She also worked as a Data Scientist at Twitter in London. Dr. Storrs' research focuses on how the visual system interprets material properties such as gloss, shape, and reflectance. She uses unsupervised deep learning models to simulate and predict human perception, particularly in ambiguous or complex visual environments. Her work bridges cognitive science, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence. Her most recent publications explore topics such as gloss perception, mental rotation, face similarity, and the role of statistical learning in shape encoding. These works frequently appear in high-impact journals like Nature Human Behaviour , PNAS , and Current Biology , demonstrating a strong trend toward using computational models to explain perceptual phenomena. Marsden Fast Start Grant (2021) Humboldt Research Fellowship (2019) UK National Finalist, FameLab (2017) Editorial Board Member, Nature Communications Psychology (2023–) Editorial Board Member, OpenMind (2022–) Social Media Editor, Perception and i-Perception (2020–) She supervises graduate students and teaches courses including PSYCH 306 (Research Methods), PSYCH 775 (Visual Perception in Brains and Machines), and PSYCH 109. She also mentors students in honours, master's, and PhD programs. Her lab is actively involved in interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly with researchers in machine learning and computational neuroscience. The lab is funded by the Marsden Fund and supported by access to high-performance computing resources for training deep neural networks.

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Linda LundströmView profile

Professor

KTH Royal Institute of TechnologySweden

Linda Lundström is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, leading the Bio-Opto-Nano Physics (BON) division. Her research focuses on visual and physiological optics, including myopia control mechanisms, peripheral vision optimization, and optical instrumentation. She holds academic roles in the Department of Molecular Biosciences, contributing to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of physics, biology, and health sciences. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as Waves (SK1120), Photography for Media (SK1140), and supervision of degree projects in applied physics and technology education. Her work emphasizes practical applications of optics in healthcare, particularly in improving vision correction technologies. Research highlights include the Stockholm Myopia Study, investigating peripheral refraction dynamics in children, and developing novel methods for evaluating intraocular lens (IOL) designs and peripheral optical quality. She has pioneered instruments like the dual-angle open-field wavefront sensor for simultaneous central and peripheral eye measurements. Her contributions span over 100 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing advancements in optical correction techniques, contrast sensitivity analysis, and the role of peripheral vision in clinical settings. Lundström’s work bridges fundamental optics research with practical medical applications, aiming to enhance vision quality and reduce myopia progression.

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Srinath MaheshView profile

Researcher

Delft University of TechnologyNetherlands

Dr. Srinath Mahesh is a postdoctoral researcher at the DiTTlab within the Department of Transport and Planning at Delft University of Technology’s Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. Previously, he held a postdoctoral position at Trinity College Dublin’s Department of Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering. His research focuses on modeling the environmental impact of transportation systems, particularly quantifying vehicle emissions via real-world measurements (e.g., PEMS, remote sensing) and integrating emission models into traffic simulations. Current work involves the TULIPS project, advancing airport sustainability and aviation decarbonization. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) M.Tech and B.Tech in Civil Engineering with a Transportation specialization Research Interests: Quantifying emissions from motorcycles, cars, buses, and trucks Integrating emission models into traffic simulation frameworks Sustainable airport landside transport systems Decarbonization strategies for aviation and urban freight Key Projects: TULIPS: Enhancing airport sustainability through decarbonization REDMAP: Roadside emissions analysis in Dublin Advising & Grants: While no student advisees are listed, his research contributions inform policy and sustainable infrastructure development. His work has been supported through institutional collaborations and project grants. Labs & Affiliations: Active in DiTTlab and affiliated with TU Delft’s Transport & Planning department, contributing to interdisciplinary research on sustainable mobility solutions.

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M. Yasin Akhtar RajaView profile

Professor

University of North Carolina at CharlotteUnited States

M. Yasin Akhtar Raja is a Professor of Physics and Optical Science at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte), where he has served since 2004. He also holds an adjunct professorship in Electrical and Computer Engineering since 2011. As an undergraduate advisor, he plays a key role in student mentorship. Ph.D. in Optical Physics from the University of New Mexico (1988) M. Phil in Laser Physics from Quaid-i-Azam University (Pakistan) B.Sc. in Physics and Math from Punjab University (Lahore, Pakistan) His research focuses on optoelectronics, photonics, and optical communication networks, with expertise in VCSELs, optical amplifiers, and solar energy harvesting. He has authored over 170 publications and secured multiple patents, including foundational work on surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs). Raja has supervised 42 graduate students and chairs the undergraduate committee in his department. He co-founded the HONET-ICT international conference series and advises research initiatives in Pakistan. Notable achievements include his invention of the surface-emitting RPG laser (VCSEL), a Merit Scholarship from Pakistan, and contributions to fiber optic networks and smart grid technologies. His work spans theoretical and applied research, with applications in telecommunications, energy, and materials science.

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