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• Phase-field Simulation
• Multi-scale Modeling
• Energy Storage Materials
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Dr. Ye Cao is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). He holds a B.S. and M.S. from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and a Ph.D. from Pennsylvania State University. Before joining UTA, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. University: The University of Texas at Arlington Department: Materials Science and Engineering Academic Rank: Associate Professor (since 2024) His research focuses on phase-field simulations, multi-scale modeling of energy storage materials, resistive switching in memristors, and ferroelectric domain dynamics. Key projects include modeling lithium metal battery dendrite inhibition, solid-state electrolytes, and ferroelectric oxide properties. Dr. Cao has secured grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and American Chemical Society (ACS), totaling over $8 million. He has authored/co-authored over 60 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Nature Materials , Nature Communications , and Advanced Materials . Key Awards: STARs Award, UT System (2017) Silver Medal in Phase-field Symposium (2014) Robert E. Newnham Award (2013) He advises graduate students and postdocs in topics ranging from battery materials to computational modeling. Teaching includes courses like Computational Materials Science and Phase Transformations . Dr. Cao collaborates on interdisciplinary projects, including the UTA/NU Partnership for Functional Materials. His lab focuses on translating computational insights into practical energy storage and electronic devices.

• High-Energy Physics
• Particle Physics
• ATLAS Experiment
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Giulio Usai is an Assistant Professor of Research at the Department of Physics, The University of Texas at Arlington. He is actively involved in high-energy physics experiments, particularly with the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). Federal Flow Through grants (2017–2022) for ATLAS operations and computing infrastructure Collaborator on multiple NSF-sponsored projects totaling over $7.9 million Research Interests His research focuses on: High-energy particle collisions and detector development Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD) and Higgs boson properties Heavy-ion collisions and quark-gluon plasma studies Searches for new physics beyond the Standard Model Instrumentation for precision particle tracking Recent work includes studies on: Jet observables and fragmentation mechanisms Bose-Einstein correlations and flow dynamics Development of solid-state active-target detectors Searches for long-lived particles and dark matter candidates

Leonard M. KahnView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Surface Physics
• Superconductivity
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Leonard M. Kahn is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Physics at the University of Rhode Island, also serving as Graduate Program Director. He holds a Ph.D. from Brown University (1976) and has held research positions at Battelle Labs and the University of Virginia. His research focuses on theoretical condensed matter physics, particularly surface physics, superconductivity, hydrogen in metals, and nonlinear optics. He has advised multiple Ph.D. students including Amer Hodzic (Bessel waves), Kelan Huang (nonlinear optics), and current student Nicholas Bianchi (Tamm states in superlattices). Key research contributions include studies on alkali chemisorption on metal surfaces using density functional theory, electron-phonon coupling in superconductors like Nb3Sn, and optical properties of 1D conductors like TTF-TCNQ. His recent work explores nonlinear optics in layered structures, photonic crystals, and topological photonic states. Over 40 years of research has produced over 30 peer-reviewed articles spanning topics from hydrogen solubility in metals to soliton dynamics in superlattices. Prof. Kahn has supervised 12 senior research projects, with two dedicated to nonlinear optical modeling. His work bridges theoretical physics with applied photonics, emphasizing cross-disciplinary approaches to material science challenges.

Sungkun HongView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Technologies
• Optomechanics
• Quantum Sensing
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Sungkun Hong is a Tenure-Track Junior Professor (Assistant Professor) at the Institute for Functional Matter and Quantum Technologies, University of Stuttgart. His research focuses on developing hybrid optical quantum device technologies, particularly leveraging optomechanical systems involving levitated nanoparticles and photonic crystal cavities. He leads the Hong Group, which explores quantum sensing, quantum information processing, and fundamental quantum physics at mesoscopic scales. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but his research career includes collaborations with institutions such as the University of Vienna and TU Delft, evident from co-authorships. His work emphasizes combining optical, solid-state, and mechanical systems to create novel quantum technologies. Research interests span quantum optomechanics, levitated nanoparticles, cavity quantum electrodynamics (cQED), and nanophotonic devices. The group actively seeks students and postdocs for projects involving optical trapping, microfabrication, and quantum control. Recent achievements include advancements in vacuum-based levitation platforms and enhanced optomechanical coupling. Key Projects: Quantum levitodynamics, optomechanical entanglement, and nanoscale magnetic imaging. Current Focus: Exploiting levitated dielectric particles for quantum sensing and probing quantum-classical boundaries. Lab activities include designing fiber-based optical tweezers, photonic crystal cavities, and nanofabricated optomechanical devices. The group collaborates internationally, as reflected in co-authored publications with institutions worldwide. Open positions are available for experimental and theoretical researchers in quantum technologies.

Herbert FotsoView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantum Information Processing
• Quantum Optics
• Correlated Quantum Systems out of Equilibrium
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Herbert Fotso is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University at Buffalo's College of Arts and Sciences. He joined the University at Buffalo in August 2022 after serving as an Assistant Professor at University at Albany SUNY from September 2016 to August 2022. His academic journey includes postdoctoral research at US DOE Ames Laboratory (2014-2016) and Georgetown University (2011-2014), culminating in a PhD from Louisiana State University in 2011. Dr. Fotso's research spans the intersection of theoretical and computational condensed matter physics, quantum optics, and quantum information science. His work focuses on nonequilibrium dynamics of many-particle quantum systems, with particular emphasis on quantum systems for quantum information processing and strongly correlated systems driven away from equilibrium. His research integrates analytical and computational approaches to tackle problems at the interface of condensed matter physics, atomic molecular and optical (AMO) physics, quantum optics, and quantum information science. Analysis of Dr. Fotso's recent publications reveals a strong focus on quantum emitters in solid-state systems, nonequilibrium dynamics of correlated quantum systems, and computational methods for strongly correlated electron systems. His work bridges fundamental quantum phenomena with practical applications in quantum information processing, particularly in addressing challenges like spectral diffusion in quantum emitters and thermalization in disordered quantum systems. The research demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward developing control strategies for quantum systems and advancing computational techniques for complex quantum many-body problems. Phys. Rev. A Kaleidoscope selection for 'Frustrated Phase Separation in the Momentum Distribution of Field-Driven Light-Heavy Fermi-Fermi Mixtures of Ultracold Atoms' Dr. Fotso's research program addresses fundamental questions at the intersection of condensed matter physics and quantum information science. His work on quantum emitters seeks to optimize key processes at the interface of quantum optics and quantum information processing to enable scalable quantum platforms. His research on nonequilibrium dynamics of correlated systems aims to understand fundamental properties that emerge when these systems are driven out of equilibrium and to calibrate relevant experiments. The computational approaches he develops are essential for tackling problems where traditional analytical methods fall short, particularly in strongly correlated quantum systems. Dr. Fotso's work connects theoretical physics with emerging quantum technologies, exploring how fundamental quantum phenomena can be harnessed for practical applications in quantum computing and quantum simulation. His research on ultracold atoms in optical lattices provides insights into model Hamiltonians for strongly correlated systems, while his work on quantum emitters directly addresses challenges in building practical quantum information processing platforms.

Ming HuView profile

Professor

• Thermal Transport
• Nanotechnology
• Energy Systems
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Ming Hu is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing, University of South Carolina. His research focuses on computational thermal science with applications in energy systems, nanotechnology, and advanced materials engineering. Education: Dr.-Ing. in Mechanics from the Institute of Mechanics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2006) B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Science and Technology of China (2001) Dr. Hu's research centers on micro-/nano-scale thermal transport phenomena, particularly in low-dimensional materials and nanostructures. His work spans energy nanotechnology, interfacial heat transfer for thermal management, and multi-scale multiphysics modeling of complex energy systems. He employs advanced computational techniques including molecular dynamics, first-principles simulations, and machine learning to investigate phonon transport mechanisms and thermal properties of novel materials. Analysis of recent publications reveals a strategic shift toward artificial intelligence applications in thermal science. Dr. Hu has pioneered graph neural network architectures for high-throughput prediction of phonon properties and thermal conductivity, with significant focus on materials for wide bandgap semiconductor cooling, thermoelectrics, and battery systems. His current work emphasizes accelerating materials discovery through machine learning while maintaining physical interpretability. Scientific Awards: No major awards were documented in the provided information. Dr. Hu leads the Nano Energy and Engineering Laboratory, which specializes in computational thermal science research. The laboratory develops and applies advanced simulation methodologies to investigate heat transfer in next-generation materials. No information regarding graduate students or research grants was available in the provided materials.

Deepak SinghView profile

Associate Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Magnetism
• Nanofabrication
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Deepak Singh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Missouri. His research focuses on quantum magnetism, condensed matter physics, and nanofabrication of solid-state materials. He leads the Quantum Magnetism Research Laboratory, specializing in artificial magnetic lattice systems and neutron scattering techniques. Prof. Singh holds a PhD from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. His work emphasizes understanding magnetic and superconducting phenomena in strongly correlated electron systems. Key methods include neutron scattering (e.g., polarized neutron reflectometry, triple-axis spectroscopy) and advanced nanofabrication for creating artificial lattices. Research highlights include pioneering studies on NiSi antiferromagnetic spintronics, magnetic diode effects in honeycomb lattices, and superconductivity in noncentrosymmetric materials. Collaborations involve facilities like the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS-ORNL) and NIST Center for Neutron Research. His recent work explores topological quasiparticle dynamics, geometric frustration in spin ice systems, and room-temperature ferromagnetic half-metals. Notable outcomes include a device concept for drastically extending electronic device battery life via magnetic diode innovations.

Andrey PereverzevView profile

Assistant Professor

• Energy transport in solids
• Microscopic theory of elasticity
• Polymorphic phase transitions
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Andrey Pereverzev is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Missouri's College of Arts and Science. He holds a Diploma from Kharkiv National University and a Ph.D. from the University of Texas, with postdoctoral training at Trinity University, University of Houston, and University of Missouri. His research focuses on theoretical and computational studies of material properties, particularly energy transport in solids, microscopic elasticity theory, and polymorphic phase transitions. The Pereverzev group develops molecular dynamics approaches to investigate thermal conductivity and mechanical behavior in materials like HMX explosives.

Kiran Sreedhar RamView profile

Lecturer

• Organic Photovoltaics
• Perovskite Solar Cells
• Renewable Energy
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Kiran Sreedhar Ram is a Lecturer in Engineering at Charles Darwin University (CDU), affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Technology, Environment and the North Australia Center for Autonomous Systems (NACAS). He holds a PhD in Organic Photovoltaics from CDU, following a Bachelor of Technology in India and a Master of Engineering. His research focuses on organic and perovskite solar cells, interfacial defects, device optimization, and renewable energy. He has contributed to projects like 'Highly Efficient and Stable Solar Cells with Hybrid Nanostructures' and 'Perovskite Cell Measurement and Performance.' Teaching roles include fostering student success through in-person and online methods. He volunteered with NASA’s Pluto Occultation Mission (Hubble optics team) and served as Science Outreach Officer at InspiredNT, engaging students in robotics and programming. Finalist for Engineers Australia’s 'Emerging Professional Engineer of the Year.' Over 17 peer-reviewed publications, emphasizing photovoltaic efficiency and materials science. Collaborations on UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable energy and innovation. His work bridges energy research and autonomous systems, advancing sustainable technologies.

Patrick SchellingView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Materials Science
• Thermal Transport
• Nanoscale Heat Transfer
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Dr. Patrick Schelling is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Central Florida's College of Sciences. His computational research investigates electron, mass, and heat transport phenomena in materials systems, with applications to nanomaterials, planetary science, and interfacial phenomena. Research employs molecular dynamics simulations to elucidate non-equilibrium thermodynamics, including Soret effects in supercritical fluids, resistivity size effects in metallic films, and dissipation mechanisms in nanoparticle collisions. Planetary science work examines space weathering of silicate minerals and dust aggregation physics. Recent focus includes thermal transport in 2D materials like hexagonal boron nitride and development of tight-binding models for nanoscale electronic devices.

Alex AzizView profile

Lecturer

• Computational Materials Science
• Energy Storage
• Defective Graphene
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Dr. Alex Aziz is a Lecturer in Materials/Physical Chemistry at Manchester Metropolitan University’s Joint Education Institute with Hubei University. He holds a PhD in computational chemistry (University of Reading) and completed postdocs at CICEnergiGUNE (Spain), Tohoku University (JSPS fellowship, Japan), and University of Bath. Research employs density functional theory (DFT) and molecular dynamics to optimize materials for energy storage/generation, especially defective graphene supercapacitors and battery systems. Collaborates internationally on photovoltaic and thermoelectric materials. Recent articles (2021-2024) focus on computational design of carbon nanomaterials, battery cathodes, and biomimetic hybrids, with emerging work in AI for materials discovery. Teaches thermodynamics, kinetics, and materials characterization at undergraduate/postgraduate levels. Member of Royal Society of Chemistry and JSPS Alumni. Reviews for Scientific Reports and ACS journals.

• Nuclear Physics
• Solid-State Physics
• Quantum Chemistry
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Heinz Haas is a Research Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Aveiro, Portugal. His career spans over five decades, including roles at CERN, Hahn-Meitner-Institut Berlin, and the Free University of Berlin. He specializes in nuclear quadrupole moments, electric field gradients, and interdisciplinary physics-chemistry research. Education: PhD in Physical Chemistry, Florida State University (1965) Habilitation in Experimental Physics (Privatdozent), Free University of Berlin (1975) Diploma in Chemistry, J.W. Goethe University Frankfurt (1962) Research Focus: Dr. Haas investigates nuclear quadrupole moments across solid-state, molecular, and atomic systems. His work bridges computational simulations (e.g., BOMD) with experimental techniques like perturbed gamma-gamma angular correlation. Key areas include temperature-dependent electric field gradients and historical verification of nuclear theories. Affiliations: Collaborator at CERN/ISOLDE Team (since 2013) Former Group Leader at CERN's ISOLDE facility (1987-1993) Grants & Labs: Active in CICECO Aveiro's research teams, focusing on photonic and magnetic materials. His work often involves international collaborations with institutions like UC Berkeley and EPFL.

Vitor Brás Sequeira AmaralView profile

Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Materials Science
• Magnetism
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Prof. Vitor Brás Sequeira Amaral is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Aveiro, Portugal. He holds a Licenciatura (1985) and PhD (1993) in Physics from the University of Porto, and an Agregação (2005) from the University of Aveiro. His research focuses on magnetism, multiferroic phenomena in complex oxides, thin films, nanoparticles, and nuclear solid-state techniques. He has led significant projects at ISOLDE-CERN and contributed to advancements in quantum technologies and magnetocaloric effects. Current supervisions include PhD students Abel Eduardo Silva Fenta, Afonso Xavier de Matos Lamelas, and Alesia Sushkova. His work bridges fundamental physics with applications in energy, biomedical engineering, and materials science. Education: Licenciatura in Physics (Solid State and Materials Science), University of Porto (1985) PhD in Physics (Condensed Matter), University of Porto (1993) Agregação in Physics, University of Aveiro (2005) Research Interests: Magnetism and multiferroic materials Nuclear techniques with radioactive isotopes Optical centers in diamond for quantum technologies Magnetothermal and magnetostructural effects Advanced materials for energy and biomedical applications Grants & Projects: Local Coordinator of the ISOLDE-CERN project (2024), advancing nuclear techniques in materials research Labs/Teams: Part of CICECO – Aveiro Institute of Materials, a leading research center in advanced materials. His publications span over 200 articles, with recent contributions focusing on quantum materials, magnetocaloric effects, and biomedical nanotechnology. He has also patented luminescent matrices for sensor applications.

Duy LeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Materials Science
• Electrocatalysis
• Thermocatalysis
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Duy Le is an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida (UCF) affiliated with the Computational Materials for Energy and Technology (CoMET) research group. His work focuses on computational modeling of energy materials at the atomistic scale. Research Areas: Electrocatalysis, Thermocatalysis, Battery Materials, Molecular Electronics, Quantum Devices Methods: Density Functional Theory (DFT), Molecular Dynamics, Kinetic Monte Carlo (KMC), Microkinetic Modeling, Machine Learning The CoMET group investigates fundamental behaviors of energy materials through atomistic simulations and develops predictive computational frameworks. Recent publications emphasize CO2 reduction mechanisms, topological surface states, and single-atom catalyst designs using advanced quantum and classical modeling techniques. Key Article Trends: 6/2025-2025 focus on CO2 electroreduction with metallic catalysts (Au/Pt), 2024-2023 studies explore single-atom coordination effects, superconductivity in FeSe films, and solvent models for electrochemical interfaces. Technical Scope: Bridges ab initio calculations with multiscale simulations to address challenges in catalytic efficiency, quantum material properties, and energy storage systems. The research group actively seeks postdoctoral researchers and graduate students. Detailed publications and contact information are available through the UCF website.

Shennette Garrett-ScottView profile

Associate Professor

• African American Women's History
• Black Business History
• Racial Capitalism
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Dr. Shennette Garrett-Scott is Associate Professor of History and Africana Studies and holds the Paul and Debra Gibbons Professorship at Tulane University's School of Liberal Arts. A leading expert in Black business history, her research examines African American women's economic agency, racial capitalism, and financial activism. Research focuses on: African American women in finance and entrepreneurship Historical development of Black financial institutions Racial capitalism and economic justice movements Reconstruction-era economic strategies Award-winning publications include 'Banking on Freedom', which received best book prizes from the Southern Historical Association, Association of Black Women Historians, and Organization of American Historians. Her work has been featured in academic journals as well as Time and Financial History magazines. Current book project 'Black Enterprise: How Racial Capitalism Made America' is under contract with W.W. Norton. Teaches courses on African American women's history and modern African American political economy. Frequently presents research at national conferences and public history forums.