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Mathias Hoppe is an Assistant Professor in fusion plasma physics at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), affiliated with the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) and the Department of Electrical Engineering. He specializes in the theory of fast electrons and tokamak disruptions, contributing to international collaborations like EUROfusion TSVV and WPTE, as well as the TCV tokamak program. KTH Royal Institute of Technology School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) Department of Electrical Engineering His research focuses on computational modeling of runaway electron dynamics, synthetic diagnostics for tokamak radiation, and disruption mitigation strategies. He develops and maintains key simulation frameworks including DREAM, STREAM, and SOFT2, which analyze runaway electron generation, suppression, and radiation characteristics in fusion devices. Recent publications highlight his work on reduced kinetic modeling of shattered pellet injection, scrape-off losses in disruptions, and ECRH impacts on runaway beams. These studies span tokamaks such as ASDEX Upgrade, TCV, and ITER, emphasizing fluid-kinetic coupling and Bayesian optimization techniques.

• Fusion Plasma Physics
• Tokamak Disruptions
• Runaway Electrons
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Tünde Fülöp serves as Professor of Physics at Chalmers University of Technology and holds the prestigious Wallenberg Scholar designation from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. Her research bridges fundamental plasma phenomena with high-impact applications in energy, space, and materials science. Her primary research focuses on theoretical plasma physics, specifically magnetic fusion plasmas and laser-produced plasmas. She investigates systems with extreme density and temperature variations where multi-scale processes interact, requiring sophisticated modeling approaches from computationally intensive simulations to simplified dimensional models. Current work centers on two critical challenges: (1) controlling runaway electrons in 100-million-degree fusion reactors to prevent wall damage akin to welding flames, with immediate applicability to existing experiments and future power plants; and (2) optimizing laser-produced particle and light sources to generate efficient, stable ultra-short electron and light pulses for advanced particle acceleration applications. Scientific Awards: Wallenberg Scholar As leader of a dedicated research group, Fülöp directs efforts to develop predictive toolsets for electron acceleration and radiation control in laboratory plasmas. Her Wallenberg Scholar funding supports cross-disciplinary plasma research with significant implications for sustainable fusion energy development. The group's work integrates computational modeling with experimental validation to address fundamental challenges in plasma behavior across multiple scales.

• Theoretical Plasma Physics
• Magnetic Fusion
• Laser-Produced Plasmas
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Changfu Zou is an Associate Professor in Control Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology, affiliated with the Automatic Control Research Unit. He specializes in modeling and automatic control of energy storage systems, particularly lithium-ion batteries, with significant industry collaborations including Volvo Cars, Volvo Trucks, Polestar, Scania, and CEVT AB. PhD in Automation and Control Engineering from the University of Melbourne Visiting Researcher at University of California, Berkeley (2015–2016) His research integrates machine learning with electrochemical models to enhance battery performance in electric vehicles and energy systems. Key projects include predictive control for fast charging, digital twin development, and grid-integrated EV charging optimization. Recent publications focus on multi-phase battery modeling , thermal management , and health-aware charging algorithms . He supervises projects funded by the European Commission, Swedish Research Council, and Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. Awards IEEE Vehicular Technology Society Best Vehicular Electronics Paper Award IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification Prize Paper Award IEEE VTS Climate Challenge Award Nordic Energy Challenge Award As Associate Editor for journals like IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology and iScience , he contributes to editorial oversight in transportation and energy systems.

• Automatic Control
• Energy Storage Systems
• Battery Management Systems
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Matthias Weiszflog is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, Applied Nuclear Physics, Uppsala University. His work focuses on nuclear fusion, plasma physics, and tokamak diagnostics, with a strong emphasis on disruption prediction and machine learning applications. He has contributed extensively to JET (Joint European Torus) research, particularly in neutron spectroscopy, plasma-wall interactions, and ITER-like wall campaigns. His research explores tokamak reactor stability through control-oriented strategies, neutron detection systems (TOFOR), and digital teaching methodologies in thermodynamics. Publications highlight collaborations with international teams on topics such as tritium retention, beryllium erosion, and advanced diagnostics for fusion plasmas. Recent work includes machine learning for disruption prediction, synthetic diagnostics for alpha particles, and modeling of fuel retention in tungsten divertors. He has co-authored over 20 articles in journals like Nature Communications , Nuclear Fusion , and Review of Scientific Instruments .

• Nuclear Fusion
• Plasma Physics
• Tokamak Reactors
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Tünde-Maria Fülöp is a Professor at the Department of Subatomic, High Energy and Plasma Physics at Chalmers University of Technology. Her research focuses on theoretical plasma physics, particularly magnetic fusion energy and laser-driven particle acceleration. She leads a research group (http://ft.nephy.chalmers.se) exploring plasma stability, impurity dynamics, and fast particle behavior in fusion devices like tokamaks and laser-driven systems. Expertise: Plasma instability, runaway electron dynamics, and plasma-wall interactions Key Projects: ITER disruption mitigation, SPARC tokamak modeling, and DREAM framework development Her work bridges fundamental plasma physics with applied fusion engineering, addressing challenges like plasma confinement optimization and disruption prevention. Recent studies include magnetic reconnection mechanisms, pellet injection effects, and synchrotron radiation diagnostics for runaway electrons. Publications span plasma physics journals (e.g., Journal of Plasma Physics, Nuclear Fusion) and conferences (EPS, APS). Research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining kinetic modeling, Bayesian optimization, and advanced simulation techniques.

• Plasma Physics
• Fusion Energy
• Laser-Driven Particle Acceleration
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Artem Kulachenko is a Professor at the Department of Materials and Structural Mechanics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology. He holds roles as course coordinator/teacher for advanced engineering mechanics courses (e.g., Data-driven Methods in Engineering Mechanics, Dynamics in Solid State Physics) and examiner for degree projects in solid mechanics. His research focuses on material science, structural mechanics, and energy storage systems, with a strong emphasis on fiber networks, battery materials, and computational modeling of material failure mechanisms. Recent work includes studies on lignin-based composites for sustainable energy applications and plasma physics-related material degradation in fusion reactors. Publications span over a decade, showcasing contributions to both fundamental and applied mechanics across biomaterials, paper science, and advanced manufacturing. Research interests include: Materials science and failure analysis Data-driven approaches in mechanical engineering Biopolymer composites and sustainability Nuclear fusion material interactions

• Materials Science
• Structural Mechanics
• Engineering Mechanics
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Per Petersson is a Researcher at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology , affiliated with the Division of Electromagnetic Engineering and Fusion Science . His work focuses on plasma-material interactions , ion beam analysis , and tokamak diagnostics , particularly for fusion reactors like JET and TOMAS. Teaching: Serves as assistant for Algebra and Geometry (IX1303) and as examiner/course responsible for Introduction Course to Fusion Technology (ED2240) . Research: Investigates ion irradiation effects , fuel retention in plasma-facing materials , and RF/ECR plasma production for fusion applications. Recent publications highlight advancements in tokamak diagnostics , material degradation under fusion conditions , and innovations in ion beam analysis for reactor safety. His work supports the development of ITER and DEMO fusion projects through experiments at facilities like JET and TOMAS.

• Fusion Science
• Plasma-Material Interactions
• Ion Beam Analysis
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Panagiotis Tolias is a Researcher at KTH Royal Institute of Technology working in the Division of Space and Plasma Physics. His research focuses on theoretical plasma physics with direct applications to fusion energy research, particularly for ITER and DEMO reactors. He holds a doctoral degree from KTH with a thesis on complex plasma systems. Dr. Tolias specializes in the statistical mechanics of charged systems, with research interests spanning non-ideal plasmas (strongly coupled, dusty, complex, quantum), magnetic confinement fusion, plasma surface interactions (electron emission, stopping powers, energy deposition), classical liquids (stable, metastable, glasses), surface & interfacial forces, and warm dense matter. His work has significant implications for future fusion reactors, with specific focus on dust transport, macroscopic melt motion, emissive sheaths in dense magnetized plasmas, and dust adhesion and remobilization in tokamaks. While primarily theoretical and modeling-focused, he has also designed multiple experiments conducted on major fusion devices and the International Space Station. His publication record demonstrates expertise across plasma physics, statistical mechanics, and computational methods. The research trends show consistent focus on warm dense matter, quantum plasmas, and plasma-wall interactions with increasing emphasis on computational approaches like path integral Monte Carlo simulations. His work bridges fundamental theoretical physics with practical fusion energy applications. Dr. Tolias teaches Applied Plasma Physics (EF2270) and has been involved in numerous collaborative research projects with major fusion facilities worldwide. His work contributes significantly to understanding plasma-material interactions critical for the success of future fusion reactors.

• Plasma Physics
• Statistical Mechanics
• Fusion Energy
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