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Tadanori KogaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Green Energy
• Polymer Nanofabrication
• Supercritical Fluids
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Tadanori Koga is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Molecular Engineering at Stony Brook University, where he has served since 2006. His research focuses on green energy technologies through polymer nanofabrication, chemical recycling of plastics, and methane hydrate energy resources, utilizing advanced in situ x-ray/neutron scattering techniques at premier facilities like NSLS, APS, and NIST. Education: Ph.D. in Polymer Physics (1998) and M.S./B.S. in Solid State Physics from Kyushu/Kumamoto Universities Honors: Visiting Professor at Kyushu University (2008), Visiting Scientist at Kyoto University (2004) Current projects include: Green nanofabrication using supercritical CO2 Chemical recycling of waste plastics 3D-printing polymer dynamics studies Nanoscale control of methane hydrate formation His work has secured a $1.2M DOE grant for pathogen-preventing nanosurfaces. Recent publications emphasize polymer interface dynamics, self-assembly under stimuli, and scattering-based structural analysis. Collaborative efforts span Oak Ridge Leadership Computing Facility and Brookhaven National Laboratory.

Michael RosenView profile

Professor

• Biomolecular Condensates
• Phase Separation
• Cellular Organization
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Dr. Michael Rosen is the Chair of the Department of Biophysics at UT Southwestern Medical Center and an Investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. His research focuses on biomolecular condensates, studying their formation, regulation, and functions through techniques such as biochemical reconstitution, microscopy, and cryo-electron tomography. Key contributions include understanding phase separation mechanisms in cellular compartments and their roles in processes like mitosis and signal transduction. Education: B.S. in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (University of Michigan, 1987), Ph.D. in Chemistry (Harvard University, 1993), postdoctoral research at the University of Toronto (1993–1996). Established his independent lab at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (1996) before joining UTSW in 2001. Research emphasizes condensates' material properties, including their liquid-like behavior and interactions with lipids and nucleosomes. Notable findings include how phase transitions protect mitotic chromosomes from microtubule damage and how condensates modulate enzymatic activity through molecular crowding. Awards include the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigatorship and the Beth Levine M.D. Prize in Autophagy Research. His lab collaborates widely, integrating biophysics, biochemistry, and structural biology to address cellular organization across scales.

David R. ReichmanView profile

Professor

• Disordered Materials
• Glass-Forming Systems
• Soft Materials
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David R. Reichman is the Centennial Professor of Chemistry at Columbia University, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry within the School of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on the chemistry, physics, and biology of disordered materials, including glass-forming systems, soft materials (gels, colloids, emulsions), and biological systems. Key themes include disorder, dynamical heterogeneity, and metastable configurations. His work spans computational methods such as Quantum Monte Carlo, time-dependent variational principles, and exciton theory. Notable contributions include studies on singlet fission mechanisms, halide perovskites, and optically pumped phonon dynamics in superconductors. Leads the Reichman Group, based at 520 Havemeyer Hall. Active in cross-disciplinary collaborations, as seen in publications across journals like Nature Communications and Physical Review B . Research emphasizes bridging microscopic quantum phenomena with macroscopic material behavior, particularly in energy-related materials and nanostructured systems.

Johnson Goh Kuan EngView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Additive Manufacturing
• Atomic Precision Manufacturing
• Nanofabrication
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Johnson Goh Kuan Eng is an Adjunct Professor affiliated with the National University of Singapore and based at the Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), A*STAR . His research spans quantum physics, materials science, and nanotechnology, with a focus on 2D materials and quantum computing. Department: Quantum Technologies for Engineering (IMRE, A*STAR) Email: phygkej@nus.edu.sg , gohj@imre.a-star.edu.sg Research Interests: Dr. Goh's work investigates quantum confinement in 2D systems, dielectric properties for quantum devices, and nanofabrication techniques like scanning probe microscopy and molecular beam epitaxy. His studies also explore defect engineering, carrier injection, and spin-valley coupling for quantum computing applications. Publication Trends: His recent articles (2020–2021) emphasize 2D transition metal dichalcogenides (WS2, MoS2), leveraging quantum effects for next-generation electronics and computing. Topics include vacancy-induced conductivity tuning, contact optimization, and machine learning applications in material breakdown prediction. Advising & Collaborations: The text does not provide explicit details about advisees or grants, but his publications highlight collaborations with institutions like the University of New South Wales, A*STAR, and NUS.

FENG LingView profile

Adjunct Assistant Professor

• Complex Systems
• Statistical Physics
• Deep Learning
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Dr. FENG Ling is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore and Manager of the Complex System Group at the Institute of High Performance Computing, A*STAR. His work bridges theoretical and applied research in complex systems, focusing on statistical physics principles underlying deep learning and phase transitions in neural networks, as well as percolation phenomena in inter-dependent networks. Education: PhD in Physics, National University of Singapore (2013) His research spans complexity science, artificial neural networks, and social/economic systems. By analyzing critical states between periodic cycles and chaos, he explores optimal neural network training and explainability. He also develops frameworks for systemic spreading in complex networks, applicable to disease propagation, information diffusion, and blockchain dynamics. The selected publications highlight his contributions to understanding 1/f noise in deep neural networks (2024), reconstructing networked complex systems (2024), and edge-of-chaos training principles (2024). Earlier works investigate generalization in deep learning (2020), viral spreading on social networks (2018), and global spreader identification (2018), reflecting interdisciplinary applications of percolation theory and machine learning. Scientific Awards 9th place in Predicting Generalization in Deep Learning Competition at NeurIPS 2020 Dr. Feng leads the Complex System Group at A*STAR's Institute of High Performance Computing, where his team develops algorithms for maximizing or mitigating systemic spread in social, financial, and blockchain networks. His work integrates nonlinear dynamics, computational modeling, and data science to address challenges in artificial intelligence and networked systems.

Chao-Ming JianView profile

Assistant Professor

• Theoretical Condensed-Matter Physics
• Quantum Many-Body Systems
• Topological Phases of Matter
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Chao-Ming Jian is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in theoretical condensed-matter physics. His research focuses on emergent phenomena in quantum many-body systems, with particular emphasis on topological phases, quantum criticality, and entanglement dynamics. Research Interests: Jian's theoretical work explores exotic phases in quantum magnets (particularly spin liquids with fractionalized excitations), strongly-interacting quantum critical points, non-Fermi liquids, and entanglement dynamics in quantum systems. His group develops non-perturbative approaches including dualities, quantum anomalies, and dynamical mean-field theories to characterize novel collective behaviors in correlated electron systems, fractional quantum Hall systems, and quantum magnets. Research Trends: His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate growing focus on monitored quantum dynamics, measurement-induced criticality, topological domain wall modes, and exotic phase transitions in weakly-decohered systems. Jian frequently employs dualities and quantum anomalies to uncover universal properties of strongly-interacting systems, with increasing connections to quantum information science and error correction. Awards: Sloan Research Fellowship (2024) Moore Foundation Fellow at Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics (2016-2017, 2018-2019) Graduate Fellow at Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics (2015) Advising & Grants: Jian currently advises graduate students Zhou Yang and Asad Bhuiyan. His research is supported by grants enabling experimental collaborations (including IBM quantum processor experiments) and theoretical work on topological phases. He actively participates in outreach through REACT and EYH workshops, developing educational modules on moiré patterns for K-12 students. Labs & Teams: Jian leads a theoretical research group at Cornell collaborating with experimentalists (notably the Mak-Shan group on frustrated magnetism in Wigner-Mott insulators). His team frequently partners with quantum computing researchers and condensed matter theorists across institutions, particularly on projects involving quantum error correction and topological phases.

James BishopView profile

Professor

• Ocean carbon cycle dynamics
• Remote sensing
• Aquatic chemistry
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James Bishop is a Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Science at the University of California, Berkeley, and a Faculty Senior Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. He earned a B.Sc. (Honors) in Physical and Inorganic Chemistry from the University of British Columbia and a Sc.D. in Marine Chemistry from the MIT/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program in Oceanography. His research focuses on ocean carbon cycle dynamics, remote sensing, aquatic chemistry, marine biogeochemistry, and autonomous observing systems. Key affiliations: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (since 2006), University of Victoria (School of Earth and Ocean Sciences), and Columbia University (Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory). Dr. Bishop’s research spans marine particle dynamics, biogeochemical cycling, and development of autonomous sensors for ocean carbon monitoring. His work involves major initiatives like GEOTRACES and VERTIGO, with emphasis on particulate inorganic/organic carbon (PIC/POC) proxies, carbon flux validation, and optical sensor integration. Recent publications highlight advancements in robotic oceanography, carbon export quantification, and cross-polarized light detection methodologies.

• Quantum Dynamics
• Chemical Reactions
• Atmospheric Chemistry
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Associate Professor Meredith Jordan is a faculty member at the University of Sydney's Department of Chemistry, specializing in theoretical and computational chemistry. She holds an BSc (Hons) and PhD from the University of Sydney. Her research focuses on quantum and classical dynamics in chemical systems, potential energy surfaces, and photodetachment spectra, aligning with the university's Faculty of Science Research Strengths in Quantum Frontiers. She has coordinated Honours and Graduate Diploma programs. Education: BSc (Hons), University of Sydney (1990) PhD, University of Sydney (1994) Research Interests: Quantum mechanical models for bound/unbound systems Hydrogen bonds in biological systems Photodetachment spectra interpretation New theoretical methods for scattering calculations Recent Work Trends: Contributions to atmospheric photochemistry, roaming reaction mechanisms, and quantum effects in molecular systems. Her grants include projects on atmospheric photothermal oxidation, ground-state photochemistry, and hydrogen storage materials. She collaborates extensively with experimentalists like Prof. Scott Kable, focusing on acetaldehyde photolysis and tropospheric chemistry.

Jie LiView profile

Professor

• Mineral Physics
• Geochemistry
• Petrology
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Jie Li is the Rodney C. Ewing Collegiate Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences and Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Michigan. She holds a Ph.D. in Earth and Planetary Sciences (Harvard University, 1998) and an M.A. in Geophysics (Harvard University, 1997). Her research focuses on Earth and planetary materials under extreme conditions, leveraging high-pressure techniques like diamond-anvil cells and synchrotron facilities. Key interests include terrestrial planet evolution, core composition, and dynamics of planetary interiors. Recent studies explore light elements in Earth’s core, Mercury’s magnetic field origin, and early Earth crust formation. Her work bridges experimental geochemistry, mineral physics, and computational modeling to understand planetary interiors. Notable contributions include pioneering studies on iron spin states in the lower mantle and the role of metallic melts in mantle dynamics. She collaborates globally, advancing methodologies for high-pressure experiments. Her research has been featured in outlets like Mashable India , highlighting her insights on Earth’s core dynamics and planetary science. Li’s lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to unraveling the origins of planetary materials and their evolution over geological time.

Valery FokinView profile

Professor

• Organic Chemistry
• Chemical Biology
• Drug Discovery
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Valery Fokin is a Professor of Chemistry at the University of Southern California (USC), Department of Chemistry. His research focuses on organic synthesis with applications in chemical biology, particularly in click chemistry, antidote development, and bioconjugation. He holds a Ph.D. from USC (1998) and has contributed extensively to the design of novel synthetic methods and bioactive molecules. His work spans drug discovery, catalysis, and the development of reagents for toxicology applications. Notable contributions include advancements in azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC) and sulfur fluoride exchange (SuFEx) reactions, which have broad implications in medicinal chemistry and materials science. His lab explores strategies to create efficient organophosphate antidotes and antimicrobial agents targeting drug-resistant pathogens. Publications highlight innovations in microdroplet chemistry, enzyme reactivation mechanisms, and the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds. Fokin’s research bridges academic and industrial collaboration, as seen in studies on cannabinoid-derived drug potential and scalable synthesis methods. His team actively pursues applications in drug delivery and tissue-specific targeting. While no specific awards or grants are listed, his prolific publication record reflects sustained contributions to chemical biology. His advising and lab activities emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to solving biomedical challenges through innovative organic synthesis.

Seishi ShimizuView profile

Associate Professor

• Statistical Thermodynamics
• Solution Chemistry
• Interfacial Phenomena
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Dr. Seishi Shimizu is a Reader in Biochemistry at the University of York, affiliated with the York Structural Biology Laboratory within the Department of Chemistry. His research focuses on statistical thermodynamics, solution phenomena, and interfacial phenomena, with applications in materials science and environmental chemistry. He collaborates extensively with both academic and industrial partners to develop theoretical frameworks for understanding sorption mechanisms, surface area estimation, and hydrotropy. His work emphasizes minimal-assumption approaches to interpret experimental data, translating theory into practical tools via web-based applications. Research Interests: • Statistical Thermodynamics: Developing unified theories for isotherms and solution behavior. • Sorption Mechanisms: Analyzing cooperative phenomena in porous materials. • Hydrotropy: Exploring molecular mechanisms for solubilization in ternary mixtures. • Surface Science: Revisiting classical models like Brunauer-Emmett-Teller using fluctuation theory. Awards: None explicitly listed in the provided texts. Grants & Collaborations: - Principal Investigator in collaborations with Osaka University and TWI Ltd. - Active projects include materials for energy storage and environmental applications. Labs & Teams: - Leads a research group focused on molecular thermodynamics at the York Structural Biology Laboratory.

Andreas JanshoffView profile

Professor

• Membrane Biophysics
• Cell Mechanics
• Sensor Design
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Prof. Dr. Andreas Janshoff is a Full Professor (W3) of Biophysical Chemistry at the Institute of Physical Chemistry, Georg-August-University Göttingen (since 2008). He previously served as Dean of the Faculty of Chemistry in Göttingen (2013–2015). His research focuses on membrane biophysics, cell mechanics, sensor design, and single-molecule force spectroscopy. Key contributions include studies on actin cortices, cellular adhesion dynamics, and viscoelastic properties of biological systems. Education: 1987–1989: Biology studies at University of Münster 1989–1994: Chemistry studies at University of Münster (with honors) 1994–1997: PhD in Biochemistry under Prof. H.-J. Galla 1999–2001: Habilitation in Biochemistry at University of Münster Research Interests: His work integrates experimental biophysics with advanced microscopy and nanoindentation techniques to explore cell mechanics, membrane dynamics, and biomaterial interactions. Recent studies emphasize actin network rheology, collective cell migration, and protein-mediated tissue fluidity. Publications: Recent work highlights include studies on cytosolic actin isoforms’ mechanical roles (Nature Communications 2023), differential adhesion in cocultures (PNAS 2023), and vimentin viscoelasticity (Science Advances 2018). Themes emphasize quantitative biophysical analysis of cellular and molecular systems. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Göttingen Graduate Center for Neuroscience (GGNB), focusing on Physics of Biological and Complex Systems and Biomolecules: Structure-Function-Dynamics .

Petra RudolfView profile

Professor

• Molecular Motors and Switches
• 2D Materials (Graphene, Transition Metal Dichalcogenides)
• Organic Electronics
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Prof. Petra Rudolf is a Professor of Experimental Solid State Physics and Dean of Graduate Studies at the University of Groningen. She holds a PhD from the University of Namur (Belgium) and a MSc from the University of Rome "La Sapienza". Her research focuses on molecular motors/switches, 2D materials (graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides), organic thin films, and energy-related nanomaterials. She leads the Surfaces and Thin Films group at the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials. Education: PhD in Physics (1995) from University of Namur MSc in Physics (1987) from University of Rome Research Interests: Design of functional surface architectures using molecular switches and motors Synthesis and characterization of 2D materials (graphene, MXenes) Development of nanomaterials for energy storage (lithium-sulfur batteries) and catalysis Electrochemical processes and surface functionalization techniques Recent Article Trends: Advances in organic solar cell efficiency via interlayer engineering Electrocatalytic strategies for sustainable chemical production Innovative 2D material synthesis methods (vapor phase, solvothermal) Self-healing materials and smart adhesives Awards: EU Descartes Prize (2007) for molecular machine research Member of Academia Europaea (2021) Fellowships: APS (2010), Institute of Physics (2001) Advising & Grants: Guided 35+ PhD students and 10 current advisees Leadership in European research networks and funding initiatives Labs/Teams: Surfaces and Thin Films Group at Zernike Institute Collaborations with Max Planck Institute, SOLARIS Synchrotron, and others

• Computational Materials Science
• Electronic Structure Theory
• High-Entropy Alloys
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Stephan Schönecker is a Researcher and Associate Professor (Docent) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in computational materials science and electronic structure theory. He holds key administrative roles including Studierektor (since January 2025) and Lokalt skyddsombud (2021–2024). His research focuses on multicomponent alloys, superconductivity, magnetism, and energy materials, with applications in nanotechnology and materials design. His academic background includes a strong foundation in theoretical physics and materials science. Research interests span bulk/interfacial properties of alloys, strain engineering in thin films, and ab initio treatments of magnetism and lattice vibrations. Notable contributions involve predicting novel materials through computational methods and exploring high-entropy alloys for magnetic refrigeration and structural applications. Recent publications highlight advancements in data-driven alloy design, magnetocaloric materials, and the mechanical behavior of refractory alloys. Collaborations with institutions like the Technical University of Denmark and Chinese universities reflect his international research network. His work bridges theoretical predictions with experimental validation, emphasizing both fundamental physics and practical engineering applications. Professional service includes roles in academic governance and union representation (Saco-S styrelseledamot, 2022–2025). His lab focuses on computational modeling and materials informatics, though specific lab names are not explicitly mentioned in the text.

Eray S. AydilView profile

Professor

• Photovoltaics
• Solar Cells
• Plasmas
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Eray S. Aydil is the Senior Vice Dean of the NYU Tandon School of Engineering and holds the Alstadt Lord Mark Professorship in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. He previously served as Executive Officer of the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Minnesota and held faculty roles at UC Santa Barbara. His research focuses on electronic/optoelectronic materials, plasma synthesis, and renewable energy technologies, particularly photovoltaics and solar cells. He earned his B.S. degrees in Chemical Engineering and Materials Science from UC Berkeley (1986) and his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Houston (1991). Affiliations: NYU Tandon School of Engineering, American Vacuum Society Fellow, Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Vacuum Science and Technology Education: UC Berkeley (B.S.), University of Houston (Ph.D.) Research interests include semiconductor synthesis for solar energy applications, plasma-assisted materials processing, and nanomaterials characterization. Key projects involve hybrid perovskite materials, pyrite solar cells, and plasma synthesis techniques. Recent work emphasizes lead-free perovskites, quantum cutting materials, and insulator-metal transition phenomena in nanocrystals. Over 200 publications highlight contributions to perovskite optoelectronics, nanocrystal networks, and photovoltaic materials. Awards include the Peter Mark Award and Plasma Prize from the American Vacuum Society. His lab explores energy-efficient materials, solar cell efficiency, and sustainable chemical processes.