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Dr. Ben de Lacy Costello is an Associate Professor in Biosensing and Diagnostics at the University of the West of England (UWE), based in the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences (HAS - Applied Sciences). His research focuses on gas sensor development, volatile analysis for disease detection, and unconventional computing using chemical systems such as liquid marbles and slime moulds. He collaborates with institutions like the University of Liverpool, Samsung, and the University of Freiburg. Education: PhD in Gas Sensor Fabrication for Food Spoilage Detection BSc in Materials Science Research Interests: Development of sensor arrays for disease biomarker detection (e.g., inflammatory bowel disease, bladder cancer) Chemical computing and pattern formation in excitable systems (e.g., Belousov-Zhabotinsky reactions) Memristor networks and bio-inspired electronic devices Application of volatile organic compound (VOC) analysis in clinical diagnostics His publications emphasize hyphenated techniques like GC-MS for VOC profiling and explore interdisciplinary approaches merging materials science with computational biology. His work on slime mould (Physarum polycephalum) has pioneered bio-hybrid computing systems. Collaborative projects include antibiotic susceptibility testing via VOCs and environmental sensor innovation with industrial partners like Samsung. Grants & Teams: Unconventional Computing Group at UWE Key contributor to interdisciplinary health tech projects Labs/Teams: Leading the Bio-inspired Sensors Lab at UWE Collaboration with the Bristol Urological Institute for urinary biomarker research

• Biosensing and Diagnostics
• Materials Science
• Volatile Analysis
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Eric Y. Ma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and by courtesy in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at UC Berkeley, where he holds the Georgia Lee Chair in Physics. He leads the Ma Lab, focusing on wave-matter interactions in quantum regimes, sub-wavelength scales, and unconventional frequencies (THz to UV). His research combines simulation, optimization, and experimental techniques across microwave to ultraviolet domains. Education 2016: Ph.D. in Applied Physics, Stanford University 2010: B.S. in Physics, Peking University Research Focus Dr. Ma's research explores electromagnetic interactions with condensed matter systems, developing novel tools for nanoscale characterization. His work spans quantum materials, inverse design methodologies, microwave microscopy innovations, and applications in computing, sensing, and mixed reality. The lab maintains a balance between fundamental physics and practical implementation. Publication Trends Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on advancing microwave impedance microscopy techniques for quantum materials characterization, developing physics-agnostic inverse design frameworks, and exploring spin wave dynamics. Significant contributions appear in nanophotonics, quantum measurement, and interdisciplinary applications bridging physics with machine learning. Awards & Honors Hellman Fellow (2024) Google Research Scholar (2024) Amazon Physical Science Fellowship (2022) Georgia Lee Chair in Physics Research Support Moore Foundation: Quantum-Limited Atomic Force Microscope development (2024) NSF: Advanced Inverse Design of Microwave Devices (2024) Google: Parsing Physics Literature with LLMs (2024) Laboratory The Ma Lab specializes in developing experimental platforms spanning microwave to ultraviolet frequencies, emphasizing DIY instrumentation and collaborative research. The team includes postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduates working on quantum materials characterization, inverse design algorithms, and novel microscopy techniques.

• Physical Electronics
• Quantum Materials
• Photonics
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Jaijeet Roychowdhury is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS) at the University of California, Berkeley. He specializes in machine learning, novel computational paradigms, and the analysis/simulation of cyber-physical, electronic, and biological systems. His research group pioneered self-sustaining oscillator-based Ising machines and contributed to oscillator phase macromodeling, nonlinear system reduction, and open-source prototyping platforms like MAPP. Education: B.Tech., Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, 1987 M.S., Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, UC Berkeley, 1989 Ph.D., Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, UC Berkeley, 1993 Research Interests: Machine learning integration with physical systems Innovative computational hardware (e.g., oscillator-based Ising machines) Oscillator networks for unconventional computing Nonlinear dynamical systems analysis Analog circuit simulation and verification Awards & Recognition: 2019 Bell Labs Prize (with Tianshi Wang) 2009 IEEE Fellow 2019-2023 Bakar Foundation Awards Bell Labs' Extraordinary Achievement Award (1996) Advising & Industry: Notable advisee: Tianshi Wang (Bell Labs Prize co-winner) Cofounder of Berkeley Design Automation (acquired by Mentor Graphics) Leadership roles at AT&T Bell Labs, Bell Labs, and CeLight Inc. Lab & Tools: Leads the Roychowdhury Research Group, developing MAPP (Model and Algorithm Prototyping Platform) and PHLOGON phase-based logic frameworks.

• Machine Learning
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Novel Computational Paradigms
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Jian Wang serves as a Visiting Instructor at the University of Minnesota Crookston, functioning as an active on-campus faculty member with research responsibilities. His institutional affiliation centers on advancing magnetic materials science within the university's engineering or physical sciences framework, though specific departmental details remain unpublicized in available sources. His research program critically examines: Spintronic device physics including magnetic tunnel junctions and voltage-controlled exchange coupling Iron nitride synthesis for next-generation permanent magnets Biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles in neurostimulation and diagnostics Spin-orbit torque phenomena in novel alloy systems Ultrafast magnetization control techniques for energy-efficient computing Analysis of his 2025 publications reveals a cohesive trajectory toward ultralow-power spintronic memory/logic devices and biomedical translation. Key themes include voltage-controlled magnetic anisotropy engineering, multiplexed magnetic particle spectroscopy diagnostics, and micromagnetic neural stimulation techniques—demonstrating deliberate convergence between fundamental magnetism research and healthcare applications. No institutional awards or fellowships were documented in the source materials. Regarding academic contributions, no verifiable information exists about graduate student mentorship, externally funded research grants, laboratory infrastructure, or collaborative research teams. His scholarly output appears primarily publication-driven without indication of patent activity or industry partnerships.

• Spintronics
• Magnetic Materials
• Nanomagnetism
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Hyunsoo Kim serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Missouri University of Science and Technology and holds a dual appointment as Senior Investigator at the Materials Research Center. His research focuses on emergent quantum phenomena in solid-state systems where many-body interactions generate novel electronic ground states, with particular emphasis on superconducting and topological phases for quantum information technology applications. Education: Ph.D. in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, Iowa State University (2013) M.S. in Computational Condensed Matter Physics, Pusan National University (2005) B.S. in Physics, Pusan National University (1999) Research Focus: Dr. Kim's experimental work investigates quantum materials to uncover unconventional electronic behaviors. His research on superconductivity and magnetism explores fundamental mechanisms in correlated electron systems, while studies of topological phases of matter target materials platforms for fault-tolerant quantum computing. He actively develops quantum devices including sensors and computational elements, bridging fundamental physics with quantum technology applications. Academic Role: As a core faculty member, he teaches Advanced Physics Lab (Physics 3119/3129) across multiple semesters (Spring 2022, Fall 2022, Fall 2023, Fall 2024) and Engineering Physics II recitations (Physics 2135 in Spring 2023 and Spring 2024). His Materials Research Center affiliation enables experimental work on quantum material synthesis and characterization.

• Quantum Materials
• Superconductivity
• Magnetism
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Helen Page is a Senior Lecturer in Forensic Biology at the School of Health and Life Sciences, Teesside University. With a BSc in Biology from the University of York and an MSc in Forensic Science from the University of Strathclyde, she brings extensive experience in diagnostic test design (Pirbright Institute's Bluetongue Virus research) to her academic role. At Teesside, she leads undergraduate modules in cell biology, forensic biology, and DNA analysis while serving on the University Academic Board and International Committee. Education: BSc Biology (University of York), MSc Forensic Science (University of Strathclyde) Research Focus: Biological evidence recovery from unconventional sources like bathwater and digital devices, fiber transfer dynamics, and student engagement strategies in biosciences Collaborations: Forensic Rescue Limited, Fostering Forensics Ltd Helen's scholarly work spans forensic evidence recovery (15+ publications 2007-2024) with recent emphasis on meme-based research methods and digital narratives in education. Her research has secured funding from the Royal Society of Biology and Teesside University's Student as Researcher scheme. Key awards include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology. Teaching innovations focus on technology-enhanced laboratory learning and developing accredited workforce programs with industry partners. She serves as External Examiner for forensic degree programs at Kingston University and contributes to the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences' accreditation standards. Current projects include exploring digital evidence preservation and expanding research-informed teaching practices.

• Forensic Biology
• DNA Analysis
• Digital Forensics
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Ioannis (John) Kymissis is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at Columbia University, serving as Vice Dean of Infrastructure and Innovation and Chair of the Department of Electrical Engineering. He is the Kenneth Brayer Professor of Electrical Engineering and Co-Director of the Maker Space Facility. SB in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT (1998) M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT (1999) PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, MIT (2003) His research focuses on the application of thin film materials in novel electronic and optical systems. Key areas include organic semiconductors , piezoelectric materials , and recrystallized semiconductor materials , enabling devices for energy storage , medical sensors , and compact spectrometers . His group emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration with chemists, physicists, and physicians to advance technologies in healthcare , environmental monitoring , and security . The work also integrates robotics , displays , and communication systems . NSF CAREER award IEEE EDS Paul Rappaport award Vodaphone Americas Foundation Wireless Innovation Award MIT Clean Energy Prize Verizon Powerful Answers award Kymissis has co-founded companies such as Chromation , Lumiode , and Radiator Labs to commercialize his research. He leads the Columbia Laboratory for Unconventional Electronics (CLUE) , which develops hybrid systems for sensing, energy conversion, and display technologies using low thermal budget fabrication and advanced characterization techniques like synchrotron x-ray studies .

• Analog Devices
• Communications
• Electromagnetics
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Martin Sarott is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Complex Oxides at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials and the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on epitaxial ferroic thin films, domain configurations, optical control of ferroic order, and complex oxides for unconventional computing. He specializes in experimental techniques including pulsed laser deposition, nonlinear optics, X-ray diffraction, and advanced microscopy methods. His work addresses challenges in material synthesis, domain engineering, and device fabrication, with applications in next-generation electronics and energy-efficient systems. Notably, he explores strain effects on polar phases in WO3 thin films and optical manipulation of ferroelectric polarization states. Recent publications highlight contributions to understanding structure-property relationships in epitaxial systems, polar skyrmions, and novel diffraction strategies for hidden order detection. Sarott collaborates on projects involving 2D materials, plasmonic membranes, and quantum sensing for domain imaging. His experimental toolkit includes advanced lithography (photolithography, electron beam lithography) and in-situ characterization methods.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Materials Science
• Ferroic Materials
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Assoc. Prof. Cina Foroutan-Nejad is affiliated with the Institute of Organic Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences , where they lead a research group focused on molecular electronics. Their academic rank as Associate Professor reflects their expertise in theoretical and computational chemistry. University: Institute of Organic Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences Academic Rank: Associate Professor Research interests include: Design of molecular devices for molecular electronics and in-memory processing Application of quantum chemical topology methods to analyze chemical bonds Theoretical studies on chemical reactivity and aromaticity Smart catalysis under external electric fields Recent publications highlight work on memristors , actinide compounds , and collective atomic interactions , with a focus on unconventional bonding and aromaticity. The group has secured funding through the NCN OPUS grant 2020/39/B/ST4/02022 for "Design of Functional Organic Memristors (DOOM)." PhD students under their supervision include Minu Sheeja and Muhammad Yasir Mehboob . The research team collaborates with scientists across disciplines, including computational chemists and experimentalists.

• Molecular Electronics
• Quantum Chemical Topology
• Chemical Bonding
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Dr. İsmail AKTÜRK serves as an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science Department within Ozyegin University's Faculty of Engineering. Previously, he held an Assistant Professor position at the University of Missouri - Columbia's Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science for four years. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, 2017 M.S. in Computer Engineering, Bilkent University, 2013 M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Louisiana State University, 2009 B.S. in Computer Engineering, Doğuş University, 2007 Dr. AKTÜRK's research centers on Computer Architecture with specialized expertise in brain-inspired computing and neuromorphic systems . He pioneers unconventional computing paradigms that integrate memory and processing units to eliminate energy-intensive data transfers inherent in traditional von Neumann architectures. His work employs hardware/software co-design methodologies to enhance energy efficiency for data-intensive applications like deep learning through spatial and temporal approximations. He directs the Computer Architecture and System Technologies Lab, where his research group develops application-specific systems exploiting novel devices and algorithmic advancements. Dr. AKTÜRK actively mentors graduate students in creating energy-efficient computing solutions for emerging computational challenges.

• Computer Architecture
• Brain-Inspired Computing
• Energy-Efficiency
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Thilo Bauch is an Associate Professor at Quantum Device Physics at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. His research spans superconductivity, quantum devices, and topological materials with significant contributions to nanoscale physics and quantum transport phenomena. Dr. Bauch's research focuses on fundamental investigations of quantum mechanical effects in condensed matter systems and the development of novel device concepts for quantum technologies. His work particularly emphasizes high-temperature superconductors (especially cuprates like YBa 2 Cu 3 O 7-δ ), topological insulators (particularly Bi 2 Se 3 ), and graphene-based electronics. He explores quantum criticality, Josephson effects in unconventional materials, and develops ultra-sensitive quantum sensors. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2024) reveals a consistent focus on nanoscale phenomena in quantum materials, with particular emphasis on cuprate superconductors and topological insulators. His work bridges fundamental physics with practical applications in quantum sensing and metrology, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary connections between condensed matter physics, materials science, and quantum engineering. High Frequency Topological Insulator devices for Metrology (HiTIMe) - European Commission funded project (2018-2022) with 8 publications QUantum Electronics Science and TECHnology training (QuESTech) - European Commission training network (2018-2021) with 2 publications Swedish Research Council projects on high-temperature superconductors at the nanoscale (2013-2019) Dr. Bauch leads research on nanoSQUIDs and nano-rings for probing the microscopic origins of high critical temperature superconductivity. His group employs advanced nanofabrication techniques to create novel device geometries that reveal quantum phenomena emerging at small length scales, with applications in quantum computing and precision measurement.

• Superconductivity
• Quantum Devices
• Topological Insulators
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Dr. Adhip Agarwala is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His research focuses on condensed matter physics, particularly topological phases of matter and strongly interacting quantum systems. He has established himself as a significant contributor to the theoretical understanding of exotic quantum states in various materials and systems. PhD in Physics, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (2018) M.Sc. in Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (2012) B.Sc. (H) in Physics, Hindu College, Delhi University (2010) Dr. Agarwala's research spans multiple cutting-edge areas including topological insulators in amorphous systems, higher-order topological states, quantum phase transitions in frustrated magnets, and the behavior of Majorana fermions. His work often bridges theoretical concepts with potential experimental realizations, particularly in novel quantum materials where topology, disorder, and interactions play crucial roles. His publication record demonstrates expertise across quantum condensed matter physics, with numerous papers in prestigious journals including Physical Review Letters, Nature Physics, and Nature Nanotechnology. His research shows a consistent focus on the interplay between topology, disorder, and interactions, revealing new quantum phenomena in unconventional materials systems.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Topological phases of matter
• Strongly interacting systems
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Tony Yuan, PhD, MS, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) School of Medicine and serves as Associate Director of Research for the Center for Biotechnology (4DBio3). With over 14 years of Department of Defense (DoD) research experience, he specializes in translating biomedical innovations for military health applications including warfighter-focused diagnostics and tissue engineering solutions. Education B.A. in Biology from University of Texas at Dallas M.S. in Biotechnology from Northwestern University Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from University of Texas at San Antonio/UT Health San Antonio Research Interests Dr. Yuan's work spans Molecular Biology, Organ-on-a-Chip systems, Tissue Engineering, and Organoid development with emphasis on environmental sensing and diagnostic biotechnology. His research addresses critical military health challenges including wound healing, infectious disease diagnostics, and psychosocial health of service members, integrating biomaterials science with clinical applications to develop deployable solutions for battlefield medicine. Publication Trends Recent publications (2020-2022) demonstrate interdisciplinary focus on military-relevant health issues: blast-induced neurotrauma modeling using cerebral organoids, SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic systems validation, and pregnancy outcomes in military women. Earlier work (2015-2018) established foundational expertise in electrospun biomaterials for wound healing and bacterial wound pathophysiology, reflecting consistent translation of engineering principles to military medical needs across neuroscience, infectious diseases, and regenerative medicine. Scientific Awards Texas Business Hall of Fame Scholar USUHS School of Medicine Impact Award Advising and Grants Dr. Yuan has built and led multiple DoD-funded research programs including the Center for Advanced Molecular Detection (CAMD) and Joint Integrative Clinical Medicine Directorate. He secures military health research grants spanning infectious disease diagnostics, PTSD, orthopedic innovations, and maternal health, while establishing partnerships with private industry and academic institutions to accelerate technology transition for warfighter needs. Labs and Teams As Associate Director of Research for 4DBio3 at USUHS, Dr. Yuan leads biotechnology development initiatives. Previously, he directed CAMD at the 59th Medical Wing and led the Joint Integrative Clinical Medicine Directorate, managing cross-functional teams focused on unconventional exposures research, diagnostic systems, and requirement-based military medical solutions through collaborations with Naval Medical Research Units and academic partners.

• Molecular Biology
• Organ-on-a-Chip
• Tissue Engineering
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