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Kaka MaView profile

Associate Professor

• Powder based synthesis and processing of metals and ceramics
• Additive manufacturing
• Field assisted sintering technology
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Kaka Ma is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at Texas A&M University, specializing in advanced materials processing for energy systems and extreme environments through powder-based synthesis, additive manufacturing, and sintering technologies. Educational Background: Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, University of California, Davis (2010) B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China (2006) His research focuses on powder-based synthesis of metals/ceramics, laser directed energy deposition, field-assisted sintering technology (FAST), thermionic/thermoelectric energy conversion materials, and ultrahigh-temperature/hypersonic environment applications, with strong emphasis on sustainability in materials engineering. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in creating functionally graded materials via controlled thermal gradients and powder morphology optimization. Analysis of 2021-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in spark plasma sintering parameter optimization, additive manufacturing of titanium alloys, high-entropy carbide development, and nanoparticle synthesis for energy applications, consistently linking processing parameters to microstructure-property relationships in extreme-condition materials. Scientific Awards: TMS Light Metals/Extraction & Processing Subject Award – Recycling (2020) Professional memberships include The Minerals, Metals and Materials Society (TMS) and America Makes. While specific advising details and grant information are not documented in the provided materials, his extensive collaborative publication record indicates active mentorship of graduate researchers and successful acquisition of research funding. No dedicated laboratory facilities or research team structures are specified in the source documentation.

Christian EnzView profile

Professor

• Very low-power analog circuit design
• RF IC design
• Semiconductor device modeling
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Christian Enz is a Full Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he serves as Director of the Institute of Microengineering and Head of the Integrated Circuits Laboratory. With M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from EPFL (1984 and 1989), he has established himself as a leading researcher in low-power analog circuit design and semiconductor device modeling. His research interests focus on very low-power analog and RF IC design , semiconductor device modeling , and increasingly on cryogenic electronics for quantum computing applications . Professor Enz is particularly known for his work on FDSOI MOSFET behavior at cryogenic temperatures, developing comprehensive models that address challenges in subthreshold swing saturation, threshold voltage shifts, and self-heating effects. As a Life Fellow of IEEE with 282 publications and over 7,400 citations, Professor Enz has made significant contributions to the field. His recent work demonstrates how the $G_{m}/I_{D}$ design methodology remains effective in advanced technology nodes and can be extended to cryogenic temperature operation. His research bridges fundamental semiconductor physics with practical circuit design considerations for quantum computing interfaces. Life Fellow, IEEE Director of the Institute of Microengineering, EPFL Head of the Integrated Circuits Laboratory 282 publications with 7,400+ citations Specialist in cryogenic CMOS for quantum computing Professor Enz's work on cryogenic electronics addresses critical challenges for quantum computing scalability. By developing accurate models for transistor behavior at temperatures as low as 3.3K, his research enables the design of specialized control electronics that can operate inside dilution refrigerators, potentially solving major wiring constraints that currently limit quantum computer scaling. His laboratory continues to advance the understanding of semiconductor device physics at cryogenic temperatures while developing practical circuit design methodologies for this emerging application domain.

• Plasma Physics
• Space Physics
• Nonlinear Dynamics
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Mark Koepke is the Robert C. Byrd Professor of Physics at West Virginia University, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in plasma physics, with a focus on space plasma processes, nonlinear dynamics, and dusty plasma phenomena. His research bridges laboratory experiments and space/astrophysical systems, addressing plasma wave instabilities, fusion energy, and plasma-material interactions. Research Interests: His work investigates plasma instabilities in space and laboratory settings, including velocity-shear-driven instabilities, stationary inertial Alfven waves, and nonlinear dynamics. He explores applications in fusion energy, atmospheric pressure plasmas, and granular charging in industrial systems. His experiments utilize devices like the WVU Q-machine and collaborate with facilities such as the DIII-D National Fusion Facility and SLAC. Key Contributions: His studies validate theoretical models of space plasma dynamics, with applications to auroral ionospheres and magnetic confinement fusion. He has pioneered techniques like the magnetically insulated baffled probe for plasma diagnostics and contributed to understanding ion-cyclotron waves and periodic pulling phenomena in driven oscillators. Awards and Honors: Recipient of prestigious fellowships from the Institute of Physics (UK), American Physical Society, and Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science. He has held visiting positions at institutions like Oxford and Imperial College London, and chaired committees for organizations like the American Physical Society and the DOE. Advising and Collaborations: Collaborates globally on projects involving plasma diagnostics, fusion energy, and astrophysical plasma analogues. His work integrates experimental, computational, and theoretical approaches, with contributions to both fundamental plasma physics and applied technologies like plasma-based material processing. Labs/Teams: Leads experimental plasma physics research at WVU, using the Q-machine and other devices. Collaborates with international teams at facilities like UCLA’s Large Plasma Device, SLAC, and the National Energy Technology Laboratory.

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.

David B. GoView profile

Professor

• Plasma Science and Engineering
• Heat Transfer
• Energy Conversion
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David B. Go serves as the Viola D. Hank Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering and Concurrent Professor in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Notre Dame. As Vice President and Associate Provost for Academic Strategy, he leads implementation of the University Strategic Framework, oversees faculty appointments/promotions, and directs institutes including the Lucy Institute for Data and Society and Institute for Ethics and the Common Good. He holds leadership roles on the Provost’s Cabinet, President’s Leadership Committee, and multiple university committees. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University (2008) M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, University of Cincinnati (2004) B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Notre Dame (2001) Prof. Go's research centers on plasma science, heat transfer, and energy conversion. His group investigates direct thermal-to-electrical energy conversion using pyroelectric crystals and thermionic emission for waste heat recovery, solar conversion, and building efficiency. They develop thermal diodes for improved energy systems and microfluidic platforms for cancer diagnostics. Interdisciplinary approaches combine theoretical modeling, computational analysis, and experimental validation to advance sustainable energy solutions and biomedical applications. His 2020 publications demonstrate consistent focus on plasma applications for energy conversion and catalysis. Key themes include plasma-surface interactions for chemical analysis, non-equilibrium plasma catalysis for ammonia synthesis, and piezoelectric energy harvesting systems. These works reveal his strategic emphasis on leveraging microscale plasma phenomena to突破 thermodynamic limitations in chemical processes and energy harvesting. Major recognitions include: NSF CAREER Award (2013) and AFOSR Young Investigator Award (2010) for foundational plasma research IEEE NPSS Early Achievement Award (2018) for plasma engineering contributions Electrochemical Society Toyota Fellowship (2015) for catalysis innovations ASME Fellow (2016) and ESA Rising Star Award (2018) Commercialization success with 1st Source Bank Award (2021) for Atlas3D startup Prof. Go has secured major funding from NSF, AFOSR, DARPA, DOE, NIH, and industry partners totaling over $10M. His grants support plasma-catalyzed ammonia synthesis, thermal management in additive manufacturing, and microfluidic cancer diagnostics. These projects have yielded two licensed technologies and the Atlas3D startup (acquired by Siemens). He has mentored numerous graduate students and postdocs through the Go Research Group. The Go Research Group maintains specialized laboratories for plasma diagnostics, thermal analysis, and microfluidics. The team collaborates with architects on energy-efficient building design, chemists on plasma catalysis, and biomedical researchers on cancer diagnostics. Current initiatives focus on scaling plasma-catalyzed ammonia production and developing point-of-care microfluidic devices for early cancer detection.

Albina TropinaView profile

Research Professor

• Plasma Physics
• Combustion Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
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Albina Tropina is a Research Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University. Her primary affiliation is with the College of Engineering, focusing on advanced plasma physics and combustion engineering. She holds a D.Sc., Ph.D., and M.S. from Ukrainian institutions, including the National Aviation University and V.N. Karazin National University. Education: D.Sc., Mechanics of Liquid, Gas and Plasma, National Aviation University, Kyiv, Ukraine Ph.D., Mechanics of Liquid, Gas and Plasma, V.N. Karazin National University, Kharkiv, Ukraine M.S., School of Mechanics and Mathematics, V.N. Karazin National University, Kharkiv, Ukraine Research Interests: Tropina specializes in plasma-assisted combustion, ignition systems for engines, turbulent flows, and nonequilibrium plasma dynamics. Her work integrates experimental and computational methods to advance ignition technologies and plasma applications in high-speed flows. Key topics include femtosecond laser-induced filaments, dual-pulse ignition systems, and aero-optical effects in hypersonic environments. Awards & Honors: “Honorary Professor of Science,” Ukrainian Ministry of Education and Science (2016) Fulbright Grant, US Department of State (2009–2010) Window on Science Program, Air Force Office of Scientific Research (2011–2014) Advising & Grants: Tropina has led multiple research initiatives funded by agencies like the Air Force Office of Scientific Research and the US Department of State. Her work emphasizes collaborations, including a visiting scientist role at Princeton University’s Applied Physics Lab (2014–2015). She contributes to plasma simulation models and experimental setups for ignition systems. Labs & Teams: Her research is part of the Plasma Simulation Laboratory at Texas A&M, focusing on modeling plasma-assisted ignition, combustion, and detonation processes. She also engages in computational fluid dynamics and high-resolution diagnostics for plasma dynamics.

Dwight ViehlandView profile

Professor

• Physics of Materials
• Ceramics and Metallurgy
• Electrical and Dielectric Properties
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Dwight Viehland is the Jack E. Cowling Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Virginia Tech’s College of Engineering. His research focuses on the physics of advanced materials, particularly in ferroelectrics, piezoelectrics, and magnetoelectric composites. He has pioneered studies on multiferroic nanostructures, phase transitions in ceramics, and energy-efficient material systems. Education: Ph.D. in Solid State Science, Pennsylvania State University (1991) M.S. in Ceramic Engineering, University of Missouri-Rolla (1987) B.S. in Ceramic Engineering/Chemistry, University of Missouri-Rolla (1984) Research Interests: Viehland’s work spans the structural and functional properties of materials, including domain engineering in ferroelectrics, magnetic-electric coupling in heterostructures, and the development of high-performance piezoelectric crystals. He has made significant contributions to understanding spin pumping suppression, nanoscale phase transitions, and energy harvesting via ferroelectric systems. Publications: Recent work emphasizes magnetoelectric sensors, high-temperature material processing, and multiferroic device applications. His articles highlight breakthroughs in low-work-function materials, ultrafast sintering techniques, and strain engineering in lead-free ceramics. Awards: 2007 Fellow, American Ceramic Society 1995 ONR Young Investigator Award Multiple Paper of the Year Awards from the American Ceramic Society Advancing Materials Science: Viehland’s lab explores novel fabrication methods for functional materials, with applications in aerospace, energy storage, and biomedical devices. His work bridges fundamental physics and engineering, enabling next-generation technologies.

• Space Propulsion
• Electric Propulsion
• Plasma Thrusters
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Professor Stephen Gabriel is a faculty member at the University of Southampton within the Electrical Power Engineering department. His work focuses on advanced space propulsion technologies and plasma engineering. Research interests: Space Propulsion, Electric Propulsion, Plasma Thrusters, Ion Engines Current research projects include collaborations with the European Space Agency (ESA), EPSRC, and European Union initiatives like H2020. Key projects involve PROMETHEUS (Additive Manufacturing in Aerospace), iFACT (Iodine Thrusters), and PATH (Plasma Antenna Technologies). His publications emphasize ion engine optimization, alternative propellants (Kr/Xe mixtures), and miniature propulsion systems. Recent articles (2019–2024) highlight developments in hollow cathode technology, plasma source characterization, and electrostatic pump designs for micro thrusters. These works align with subfields like spacecraft maneuverability, plasma discharge modeling, and propulsion system miniaturization. Professor Gabriel supervises PhD candidates Klevis Gasa and Yuheng Deng , with ongoing collaborations involving researchers such as Igor Golosnoy and Eric Rogers .

Antonio García LoureiroView profile

Professor

• High performance computing
• Electronic design of intelligent devices
• Semiconductor device simulation
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Antonio García Loureiro is a Full Professor in the Department of Electronics at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), Spain. His research focuses on high-performance computing applications in semiconductor device simulation, photovoltaics, and wireless power transmission. He leads multiple research projects including rePowerSiC and HiPerHC2DA, and has extensive collaborations with international institutions. Dr. García Loureiro received his MSc in Electronic Physics and PhD in Electronics and Computer Science from the University of Santiago de Compostela in 1994 and 1999, respectively. He has been a visiting researcher at the Edinburgh Parallel Computing Centre (UK) and the Device Modeling Group at the University of Glasgow (UK). His primary research interests span high-performance computing for semiconductor device simulation, photovoltaic systems, and wireless power transmission technologies. He specializes in parallelization and optimization of numerical simulators for semiconductor devices, transistors, and solar cells. His work bridges the gap between computational methods and practical electronic device design, with applications in energy harvesting and conversion systems. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward machine learning applications in semiconductor device modeling and optimization of laser power converters. His research group has made significant contributions to III-V nitride-based optical photovoltaic converters, silicon carbide systems for space applications, and high-efficiency photovoltaic technologies. The work spans from fundamental semiconductor physics to practical engineering applications in wireless power transmission. Dr. García Loureiro has received support for numerous research projects including: rePowerSiC: High-Efficiency High-Power Laser Beaming In-Space Systems Based On Sic (2024-2028) HiPerHC2DA: High Performance, Heterogeneous and Cloud Computing for Demanding Applications (2023-2026) Ultra-Efficient Micro-Scale New Generation Hybrid Concentrator Photovoltaic Systems (2020-2023) Network on variability in Nanoelectronics (2014-2016) He leads a research team focused on semiconductor device simulation and photovoltaic technologies, with strong connections to international research groups working on high-performance computing applications in electronics. His laboratory utilizes advanced computational resources for semiconductor device modeling and optimization.

John BalkView profile

Professor

• Nanoporous Metals
• Transmission Electron Microscopy
• High Entropy Alloys
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John Balk is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Kentucky , where he has served as Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies since 2018. His research focuses on the mechanical behavior of nanoporous metals , scandate cathodes , and high entropy alloys , using advanced techniques like transmission electron microscopy and Kelvin probe systems. Education: B.S. in Materials Science & Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (1995) B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (1995) M.S. and Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, Johns Hopkins University (1997, 2000) Postdoctoral work on Thin Film Plasticity at Max Planck Institute for Metals Research (2000–2002) His research group investigates structure-property relationships in materials, particularly through projects involving dealloying , thermionic emission , and mechanical testing of nanoscale structures. Recent work includes collaborations with LBNL on high entropy alloy development and studies on radiation effects in nanoporous metals. Scientific Facilities: The group utilizes advanced equipment such as the iNano Nanoindenter , ORION magnetron sputtering system , and Kelvin probe systems for material synthesis and characterization. Students: Balk currently supervises seven Ph.D. students, including Alex Allamon, Huanhuan Bai, and Tibra Das Gupta, while former students like Dr. Azin Akbari and Dr. Julius Schoop have transitioned to academic and research roles.

• Plasma Physics
• Aerospace Engineering
• Electric Propulsion
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Burak Karadag is a Research Fellow affiliated with the Surrey Space Centre at the University of Surrey. His work focuses on advancing plasma-based propulsion technologies for space applications, particularly addressing challenges in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) missions and developing robust cathode/neutralizer systems. He contributes to interdisciplinary projects involving plasma physics, aerospace engineering, and material science. Research interests include modular hollow cathode design, air-breathing electric propulsion (ABEP), microwave plasma discharges, and diamond-based materials for enhancing current extraction efficiency. His studies emphasize optimizing cathode performance under varying propellants (e.g., xenon, krypton) and environmental conditions, alongside mitigating issues like oxygen poisoning in space thrusters. Key projects include the AETHER initiative, funded by the European Commission’s H2020 programme, aimed at demonstrating ABEP systems for extended mission durations in VLEO. His work integrates plasma and thermal modelling with experimental validation, such as testing cathodes coupled with Hall-type thrusters and exploring magnetic-field effects on electron extraction. Collaborations involve institutions like the Institute for Plasma Science and Technology (Italian Research Council). While no formal advisees are listed, his contributions to experimental and theoretical propulsion research highlight active participation in academic and applied R&D.

Qunfei ZhouView profile

Assistant Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Materials Theory and Simulation
• Quantum Mechanics-Based Modeling
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Qunfei Zhou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Kansas since 2023. His research focuses on computational materials modeling and simulation, bridging quantum-mechanical accuracy with machine learning efficiency for advanced electronic and optoelectronic materials design. Key research areas include: Condensed Matter Physics Materials Theory and Simulation Two-Dimensional Materials Mixed-Dimensional Heterostructures Phase Change Materials for Computing Electron Emitting Materials The Zhou Research Group develops computational frameworks and physics models to explore emergent properties in materials such as graphene-based heterostructures, transition metal dichalcogenides, and scandate thermionic cathodes. Their work emphasizes both fundamental understanding and technological applications. Education: PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, University of Kentucky (2016) MS in Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing (2013) BS in Materials Physics, University of Science and Technology Beijing (2010)

Nicolò ZagniView profile

Researcher

• Power Electronics
• Semiconductor Device Reliability
• Gallium Nitride (GaN) Technology
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Nicolò Zagni is a Postdoc Researcher at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UNIMORE) , focusing on Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Ferroelectric device reliability. He earned a PhD in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in 2021 with a thesis on Simulation and Modeling of GaN Electronics . His research spans power electronics , dynamic on-resistance (RON) instabilities , phase-transition logic switches , and negative capacitance transistors . He has explored GaN device degradation under OFF-state stress , hole emission from carbon traps , and ferroelectric endurance . Key article trends include device simulation (TCAD) , trap dynamics in GaN , and novel materials for RF/millimeter-wave amplifiers . Collaborations include institutions like Purdue University and studies on SiC and MoS₂ applications.

Bogusław KuszView profile

Professor

• Thermoelectric Materials
• Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC)
• Hydrogen Reduction Techniques
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Prof. Bogusław Kusz is a Faculty Member at the Institute of Nanotechnology and Materials Engineering , Gdańsk University of Technology, and a member of the Faculty of Applied Physics and Mathematics . He has led multiple funded projects, including THERMION (PRELUDIUM) and two OPUS grants focused on thermoelectric materials and oxide reduction processes. Research Focus: Thermoelectric materials, solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC), hydrogen reduction techniques, perovskite oxides, and ionic conductivity analysis. Awards: No specific scientific awards are listed in the provided datasets. Students: No student names are explicitly mentioned. His recent publications (2020–2022) emphasize catalytic tar decomposition, nickel-doped copper selenide, and Bi-Sb-Te oxide reduction kinetics. Earlier works (2016–2018) explore structural-electrical properties of perovskite composites, reduced glasses, and SOFC anode optimization.

Alexander Daykin-IliopoulosView profile

Research Fellow

• Electric Propulsion
• Plasma Engineering
• Spacecraft Systems
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Dr Alexander Daykin-Iliopoulos is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Southampton, specializing in electric propulsion and plasma engineering for spacecraft systems. His research focuses on heaterless hollow cathodes, thermionic plasma sources, and miniature propulsion technologies. Specialist in Electric Propulsion Systems Member of Tony Davies High Voltage Laboratory Collaborator with European Space Agency His recent work explores low-power cathode development, plasma antenna applications, and high-current hollow cathode characterization. He actively supervises PhD students and participates in interdisciplinary research teams. Research Groups: Electrical Power Engineering Tony Davies High Voltage Laboratory