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Julia A. Mundy is the John L. Loeb Associate Professor of the Natural Sciences and Engineering and Applied Sciences at Harvard University. Her research focuses on designing quantum materials at the atomic scale using molecular-beam epitaxy (MBE) to synthesize metastable thin films. She leads the Mundy Group, which explores superconductors, frustrated magnets, and oxide interfaces for quantum and energy applications. Her work bridges materials synthesis, characterization, and fundamental physics. Affiliations: Harvard University, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Applied Physics Department Labs: Mundy Group (LISE 7th floor) Research interests include MBE growth of novel oxides, thin film superconductors, and 2D electronic systems. She has pioneered methods for creating room-temperature multiferroics and discovered superconductivity in layered nickelates. Her group uses advanced tools like aberration-corrected electron microscopy and synchrotron-based spectroscopy. Key achievements include the 2024 Moore Inventor Fellowship, NSF CAREER Award, and Packard Fellowship. Her work on transparent superconductors and fluoride-ion battery materials highlights interdisciplinary impact. Notable Grants: DOE Early Career Award, NSF MRI funding for LEEM/PEEM microscopy Team: 15+ current members including graduate students, postdocs, and undergraduates

• Quantum Materials
• Molecular-Beam Epitaxy (MBE)
• Thin Film Synthesis
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Debdeep Jena is the David E. Burr Professor of Engineering at Cornell University, holding appointments in the Departments of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering, and serving as a field member in Applied and Engineering Physics. He joined Cornell in 2015 after twelve years on the faculty at the University of Notre Dame. Professor Jena's research focuses on the quantum physics of semiconductors and electronic/photonic devices based on quantized semiconductor structures. His work spans Nitrides, Oxides, and 2D Materials, with applications in energy-efficient transistors, LEDs, RF and power electronics, and quantum computation. His group explores the fundamental limits of computation, memory, and communications by exploiting new physics in semiconductor devices, particularly investigating ultrahigh-speed GaN and AlN transistors, ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors for power electronics, deep-UV LEDs and lasers, and novel materials for quantum computing. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent trajectory toward integrating semiconductors with superconductors, ferroelectrics, and magnets to create hybrid quantum systems. This research direction aims to overcome classical device limits while dramatically improving energy efficiency across computing, communications, and power management applications from the chip to the grid level. Art Gossard MBE Innovator Award, North American Conference on Molecular Beam Epitaxy (NAMBE) 2024 Intel Outstanding Researcher Award 2020 David Burr Chair Professor of Engineering 2020 Fellow, American Physical Society 2016 MBE Young Scientist Award 2014 IBM Faculty Award 2012 Professor Jena leads a $34 million research center focused on energy-efficient semiconductor materials and technologies. His research group actively engages in materials synthesis using Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) while collaborating with theoretical physicists to develop comprehensive understanding of electron transport, light-matter interactions, and correlated electron physics. In 2022, he published the textbook 'Quantum Physics of Semiconductor Materials and Devices' through Oxford University Press, which has become a top seller in solid-state physics and electromagnetism categories. The Jena research group operates at the intersection of multiple advanced materials systems, maintaining expertise in Nitride Electronics, Oxide Electronics, UV Lasers/Photonics, 2D Materials, Ultrapolar/Ferro Semiconductors, and Super/Semi Electronics. Their work spans fundamental materials science to device engineering, with strong connections to energy systems, advanced materials processing, and quantum information science applications.

• Semiconductor Physics
• Quantum Electronics
• Power Electronics
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Dr. Leland Nordin is an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida (UCF), with a joint appointment between the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and the College of Optics and Photonics (CREOL). He holds a BSc in Physics with honors from Grinnell College, followed by MSc and PhD degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. His postdoctoral research was conducted at Stanford University’s Geballe Lab for Advanced Materials. Dr. Nordin’s research focuses on semiconductor materials and devices, particularly in nanostructuring techniques to enhance light-matter interactions. His lab specializes in ultra-wide band gap materials (e.g., III-Nitrides) for UVC lasers, LEDs, and detectors, as well as III-V semiconductor-based nanophotonic and heteroepitaxial devices. Key areas include mid-infrared optoelectronics, epitaxial growth, and high-performance photodetectors. He has received notable awards such as the 2025 Air Force Office of Scientific Research YIP Award, the 2024 Army Research Office ECP Award, and the 2022 Ben Streetman Prize. His lab advises graduate students in Optics and Physics PhD programs and has produced impactful work in semiconductor plasmonics and mid-infrared photonics.

• Semiconductor Materials
• Optoelectronics
• Photonics
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Soumendra N. Basu is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Associate Division Head of the Division of Materials Science and Engineering at Boston University. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from MIT in 1989 and an M.S. in Materials Science from Case Western Reserve University. Basu leads two research labs and one undergraduate lab, focusing on materials degradation, coatings, and interface stability. High Temperature Oxidation Laboratory : Investigates oxidation behavior up to 1,600°C using advanced equipment. Microscopy Laboratory : Prepares electron-transparent samples for TEM analysis. Undergraduate Materials Laboratory : Trains students in metallography and materials testing. His research spans environmental barrier coatings for silicon-based ceramics, plasma-sprayed thermal barrier coatings , and photonic materials like InGaN alloys. He studies microstructural evolution, defect analysis, and degradation mechanisms under extreme conditions. Recent work includes modeling residual stresses and optimizing coatings for durability. Scientific Collaborators include: MIT Lincoln Labs Boston University colleagues: M. Gevelber, D. Wroblewski, V.K. Sarin UCLA's V. Gupta Basu has advised numerous graduate students, including Guosheng Ye and Dharanipal Doppalapudi , and his labs have received funding from NSF, DOE, and LANL. He also contributes to cricket, having won the MVP trophy for the Melbourne Cricket Club.

• Environmental Barrier Coatings
• High-Temperature Materials Degradation
• Interface Structure and Chemistry
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Hari Nair is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Cornell University, part of the College of Engineering. His research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of complex oxide thin films using molecular beam epitaxy (MBE), with applications in power electronics, quantum materials, and optoelectronics. B.Tech. in Engineering Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, 2006 M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, 2008 Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, 2013 His research interests lie at the intersection of semiconductor physics, materials synthesis, and advanced functional materials. He specializes in epitaxial strain engineering, heterostructure design, and the control of electronic and magnetic properties in oxide thin films. His vision is to leverage novel materials to enable revolutionary advances in electronic and optoelectronic devices. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on β-Ga₂O₃ for high-power devices and ruthenate-based quantum materials such as Sr₂RuO₄ and SrRuO₃. His work spans ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors, strain-engineered phase transitions, superconductivity, and spin-orbit phenomena. Techniques include MBE growth, THz spectroscopy, and advanced electron microscopy. Notable scientific awards include: Student Paper Award, Device Research Conference (DRC), 2013 The Ben Streetman Prize for Outstanding Research in Electronic and Photonic Materials and Devices, 2013 Student Paper Award, Electronics Materials Conference (EMC), 2012 Hari Nair has advised several graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, though specific names are not listed in the provided text. His work has been supported by grants from federal agencies and institutional programs focused on advanced materials and quantum science. He is actively involved in collaborative research through centers and labs at Cornell, particularly those related to materials synthesis and characterization. He leads a research group focused on the growth and study of epitaxial thin films, working closely with the D.G. Schlom group and other collaborators in the Kavli Institute at Cornell. His lab utilizes state-of-the-art MBE systems and advanced characterization tools for probing electronic, magnetic, and structural properties at the nanoscale.

• Materials Synthesis and Processing
• Semiconductor Physics and Devices
• Advanced Materials
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Mengke Liu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, University of Texas at Dallas. They lead the Liu Quantum Matter Lab, focusing on experimental studies of quantum materials through advanced techniques like ultra-low temperature scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and 2D transport measurements. Their research aims to uncover novel quantum phenomena and advance quantum technologies. Their research interests span quantum materials , with particular emphasis on topological insulators , strongly correlated electron systems , 2D semiconductors , and magnetic heterostructures . The lab explores fundamental interactions in exotic materials such as MnBi2Te4, Fe3GeTe2, and NbSe2 monolayers, combining experimental precision with theoretical insights. Recent publications highlight investigations into Dirac mass gaps , Kondo effects , and charge density waves in van der Waals systems. Their work demonstrates technical mastery in molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) and nanojunction fabrication , with recurring themes of defect control and quantum confinement shaping material properties. The Liu Quantum Matter Lab actively mentors students and maintains a collaborative environment with access to state-of-the-art cryogenic and high-field instrumentation. They offer postdoctoral opportunities focused on experimental innovation in quantum material characterization.

• Quantum Materials
• Topological Insulators
• Strongly Correlated Electron Systems
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Roozbeh Tabrizian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Florida, holding the Nelms Rising Star Endowed Professorship. His research focuses on RF micro- and nano-electro-mechanical systems (RF N/MEMS), nonlinear and nonreciprocal systems, and ferroelectric materials for sensing and information processing. He has received prestigious awards including the NSF CAREER Award (2018) and DARPA Young Faculty Award (2019). Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering from Georgia Tech (2013), BS from Sharif University of Technology (2007). Research interests include developing temperature-stable acoustic resonators, ferroelectric transducers, and novel materials for high-frequency applications. His work bridges nanotechnology, materials science, and MEMS to create innovative devices for communication and sensing. Key scientific awards include the HWCOE Innovation Award (2025), DARPA Director’s Fellowship (2021), and multiple best paper awards at international conferences. His grants include the NSF CAREER Award supporting nano-acoustic waveguide research. He advises on advanced MEMS fabrication techniques and collaborates on CMOS-compatible resonators. His lab develops nanoelectromechanical tags for anti-counterfeiting and high-precision frequency control systems.

• RF Micro/Nano-Electro-Mechanical Systems (RF N/MEMS)
• Nonlinear and Nonreciprocal Systems
• Ferroelectric Materials and Devices
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Shuolong Yang is an Assistant Professor of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering. His research focuses on experimental condensed matter physics, quantum materials engineering, and ultrafast photoemission spectroscopy. He leads the Yang Lab, which develops advanced tools like the MASTER platform to study quantum materials at atomic and femtosecond scales. Education: B.S. in Physics (Stanford University), Ph.D. in Applied Physics (Stanford University) Previous Position: Kavli Postdoctoral Fellow at Cornell University Research interests include topological insulators, interfacial superconductivity, and spintronics. His lab integrates molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) with advanced spectroscopic techniques to explore quantum phenomena. Key achievements include DOE Early Career and NSF CAREER awards, as well as recent recognition via the NASA Early Career Faculty award (2024). Recent work highlights include AI-driven MBE growth of quantum materials and wafer-scale fabrication of topological insulator films. The lab’s instrumentation, such as the MASTER platform, enables multi-dimensional probing of quantum materials. Awards: DOE Early Career Award, NSF CAREER Award, NASA Early Career Faculty Award Grants: NSF Future Manufacturing Seed Grant, MRSEC Seeding Grant (collaboration with Zhong group) Labs/Teams: Yang Lab, collaborating with Prof. K. Levin (University of Chicago) on BEC-BCS crossover studies and Prof. Chong Liu on electric-field-driven material synthesis. The lab supports undergraduate researchers (e.g., Bill Zheng, Jess) and postdocs (e.g., Dr. Qiang Gao).

• Experimental Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Materials Engineering
• Thin-Film Deposition
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James N. Eckstein is a Professor of Physics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, affiliated with the Frederick Seitz Materials Research Laboratory. He holds a PhD from Stanford University (1978) and joined UIUC in 1997 after 15 years as a senior scientist at Varian Associates. His research focuses on superconductivity, magnetic materials, and thin-film growth via molecular beam epitaxy (MBE). Eckstein pioneered atomic layer-by-layer MBE techniques for oxide films, enabling precision studies of cuprate superconductors and manganites. His work has advanced understanding of spin-valve magnetoresistance, interface effects, and quantum phase transitions. He has authored over 50 journal articles and holds six U.S. patents. Awards include the James C. McGroddy Prize (2021) and APS Fellowship (2005). Eckstein teaches advanced electromagnetism courses (PHYS 435/436) and leads the Eckstein Group, leveraging facilities like the Electron Microscopy Core and X-ray Analysis Core. Education: B.S. Physics (St. Olaf College, 1973); Ph.D. Physics (Stanford University, 1978). Research Interests: Superconducting and magnetic oxide materials Molecular beam epitaxy of complex oxides Colossal magnetoresistance in manganites Interface engineering for novel electronic phases Quantum transport in low-dimensional systems Publications Highlight Trends: His recent work explores topological superconductivity in Bi/Sb films (2020), strain-tuned Dirac surface states (2018), and coherence in superconducting qubits (2016). Earlier contributions addressed quantum criticality in Ce-based compounds (2012) and phase separation in manganites (2005). Awards: James C. McGroddy Prize (2021) Bernd T. Matthias Prize (2012) Arnold O. Beckman Award (2015, 2001) Lab/Team: Eckstein Group at UIUC focuses on thin-film synthesis and characterization, collaborating with Stanford, Berkeley, and international institutions. Facilities used include X-ray analysis, microscopy, and nanofabrication cores.

• Superconductivity
• Magnetic Materials
• Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE)
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Subramanian Iyer is a Distinguished Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), holding the Charles P. Reames Endowed Chair in Electrical Engineering with joint appointments in Electrical and Computer Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering. His laboratory focuses on cutting-edge semiconductor research. Primary research domains include: System Scaling Technology : Innovations in semiconductor miniaturization 3D Integration & Advanced Packaging : Techniques for vertical chip stacking and heterogeneous integration Memory Subsystems : Development of embedded DRAM and novel memory architectures Neuromorphic Computing : Hardware implementations of brain-inspired computing Publication analysis reveals three dominant themes across 35+ years of research: Semiconductor materials innovation (SiGe alloys, silicides, MBE growth) Memory technology evolution (embedded DRAM, eFUSE, low-latency designs) System integration advancements (3D packaging, TSV, heterogeneous integration) Significant honors include: IEEE Fellow (1995) and Daniel Noble Award (2012) National Academy of Inventors Fellow (2017) IBM Fellow (2010) with 30+ invention plateaus IMAPS Educator Award (2021) and Daniel C. Hughes Memorial Award (2020) He leads UCLA's NanoLab facility and has been featured in The New York Times and Wall Street Journal for pioneering chiplet technology. Current work focuses on megachip architectures and open-access semiconductor prototyping.

• System Scaling Technology
• Advanced Packaging
• 3D Integration
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Richard King is a Professor at Arizona State University's School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering and a Senior Global Futures Scientist. He holds a Ph.D. (1990), M.S. (1987), and B.S. (1985) in Physics from Stanford University. His research focuses on high-efficiency photovoltaics, semiconductor defects, and multijunction solar cell technologies. Key contributions include achieving over 40% solar cell efficiency in 2006. He leads the King Lab, exploring photovoltaic materials, deployment strategies, and societal integration of solar energy. Research interests span defect-tolerant materials (e.g., perovskites, CIGS), recombination phenomena, and low-cost thin-film solar cells. Awards include the 2010 William R. Cherry Award and R&D 100 recognition. He has led NSF-funded projects like the Quantum Energy and Sustainable Solar Technologies (QESST) Engineering Research Center. Education: Ph.D./M.S. Electrical Engineering, Stanford University (1990/1987); B.S. Physics, Stanford (1985) Grants: NSF QESST ERC (2011–2017) and Boeing/Spectrolab collaborations Labs/Teams: King Lab at ASU, focusing on photovoltaic science, deployment, and education

• High-efficiency photovoltaics
• Semiconductor device physics
• Defect tolerance in semiconductors
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Nitin Samarth is the Verne M. Willaman Professor of Physics and Professor of Materials Science/Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University, part of the Eberly College of Science. He holds a Ph.D. from Purdue University (1986) and an M.S. from IIT Bombay (1980). His research focuses on condensed matter physics, quantum information, and spintronics, with expertise in synthesizing quantum materials like topological insulators and exploring their electronic and magnetic properties. His honors include the David Adler Lectureship Award (APS, 2024), Fellowships from the AAAS and APS, and awards for teaching excellence. He leads NSF-funded projects on quantum materials, including the Center for Nanoscale Science and the 2D Crystal Consortium. His group studies phenomena such as quantum spin dynamics, superconductivity at interfaces, and topological spintronics. Dr. Samarth has advised over 40 graduate students and postdocs, many of whom hold academic and industry positions globally. His research group emphasizes inclusivity and cutting-edge synthesis techniques like molecular beam epitaxy (MBE). Current projects explore van der Waals heterostructures, quantum anomalous Hall insulators, and spin-charge interconversion in Dirac semimetals.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Information Science
• Spintronics
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Jason Kawasaki is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, College of Engineering. His research focuses on heteroepitaxy, Heusler compounds, magnetism, topological states, shape memory alloys, surfaces and interfaces, and advanced characterization techniques like MBE, STM, and ARPES. PhD, University of California-Santa Barbara (2014) BS, Princeton University (2009) His work explores strain and strain gradient engineering in quantum materials, remote epitaxy through graphene barriers, and synthesis of Heusler compounds with applications in superconductivity, flexomagnetism, and topological materials. Recent publications highlight trends in molecular beam epitaxy of oxide films, strain-gradient superconductivity, and graphene-based nanomesh synthesis. Awards include the 2024 Peter Mark Memorial Award, 2024 Vilas Associate Award, and multiple early-career recognitions from AVS, NSF, and DARPA. NSF CAREER Award (2018) DARPA Young Faculty Award (2019) AFOSR Young Investigator (2021) Kavli Postdoctoral Fellowship (2014) Materials Research Society Graduate Student Gold Award (2012) He teaches graduate courses in materials synthesis, surface properties, and research/thesis work. His lab emphasizes experimental techniques like MBE and STM for probing quantum and nanoscale phenomena.

• Materials Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Surface Science
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Roman Engel-Herbert is a Professor of Experimental Physics/Material Sciences at Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany, where he also serves as Director of the Paul Drude Institute. He maintains an affiliate role as Associate Professor in Materials Science and Engineering at Penn State University. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Physics from Humboldt University Berlin and a Diploma in Physics from Friedrich-Schiller University Jena. Research Focus: Engel-Herbert leads pioneering work in oxide thin film synthesis using molecular beam epitaxy (MBE), with emphasis on the 'Hybrid MBE' technique. His research explores interface phenomena in heteroepitaxial oxides, integration of oxides with semiconductors, and nanoscale magnetic domain dynamics. These efforts target applications in energy harvesting (thermoelectrics, photovoltaics) and information technologies (non-volatile memory, logic devices). Awards and Honors: NSF CAREER Award (2014) Rustum & Della Roy Innovation Award (2014) Feodor-Lynen Fellowship (2008-2009) Carl Ramsauer Award (2006) Leadership: As Director of the Paul Drude Institute, he oversees research in solid-state electronics and cross-institutional collaborations.

• Materials Science
• Experimental Physics
• Thin Film Deposition
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Prof. Lian Li is the Robert L. Carroll Professor of Physics at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, West Virginia University. His research focuses on condensed matter physics, particularly the growth and characterization of quantum materials like Dirac materials, Fe-based superconductors, and 2D transition metal dichalcogenides. He uses advanced techniques such as molecular beam epitaxy (MBE), in situ low-temperature scanning tunneling microscopy/spectroscopy (STM/S), and angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy (ARPES). His work explores the interplay of strain, proximity effects, and spin-orbit interactions in quantum phases of matter, supported by grants from NSF and DOE. Education: BSc (Yunnan University, 1983), MSc (Tongji University, 1987), PhD (Arizona State University, 1995) Postdoctoral: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (Tohoku University, 1995-1996), UCLA (1996-1999) Positions: Assistant Professor (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 1999-2007), Full Professor (2007-2016), Robert L. Carroll Professor (WVU, 2016-present) Research interests include the structural and electronic properties of topological insulators, graphene, and superconductors. His awards include the E. W. Müller Outstanding Young Scientist Award (1996) and NSF CAREER Award (2001). His lab investigates material synthesis and in situ characterization under extreme conditions, contributing to advancements in quantum materials science.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Materials
• Superconductivity
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