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• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Materials
• Superconductivity
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Prof. Dante Kennes is a University Professor at RWTH Aachen University, leading the Chair of Theoretical Physics of Condensed Matter. His research focuses on quantum materials, strongly correlated systems, and cavity quantum electrodynamics. Key areas include superconductivity in twisted bilayer systems, moiré heterostructures, and non-equilibrium phenomena in low-dimensional materials. He explores theoretical frameworks such as functional renormalization group methods and topological phase transitions. Recent work emphasizes cavity-coupled systems, light-induced superconductivity, and the interplay between electronic correlations and topological properties. His publications address topics like van Hove singularity heterogeneity in graphene, nematicity in kagome metals, and experimental signatures of moiré-engineered phases. Kennes' research bridges theoretical predictions with experimental observability through advanced modeling techniques. His contributions span advanced computational methods for many-body systems and proposals for novel quantum materials characterization. Despite his prolific output, no formal student advisees or awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials.

Ronnie HoekstraView profile

Professor

• Atomic Physics
• Molecular Physics
• Plasma Dynamics
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Ronnie Hoekstra is a Full Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, leading the Quantum Interactions and Structural Dynamics group within the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials. He holds a PhD in Physics and has extensive postdoctoral experience in atomic and molecular physics, including roles at AMOLF (Netherlands), the JET fusion reactor (UK), and the University of Osnabrück (Germany). His research focuses on ion interactions, plasma dynamics, and EUV light sources for semiconductor applications. He is a founding member of the Advanced Research Center for Nanolithography (ARCNL) and serves as group leader there. Education: Studied Applied Physics at the University of Groningen, completed his PhD under Prof. Frits de Heer (AMOLF). Postdoctoral work at JET and Osnabrück University. Research Interests: Electron capture mechanisms, laser-driven plasmas, EUV nanolithography, and surface science. His work contributes to the development of next-generation semiconductor manufacturing technologies and fundamental plasma physics. Grants & Collaborations: Secured multiple EU, EURATOM, and NWO grants. Collaborates with ASML, ARCNL, and international institutions like the European Physical Society. Leads projects on plasma dynamics and ion-beam interactions. Labs/Teams: Heads the Quantum Interactions and Structural Dynamics lab at the Zernike Institute and the EUV Plasma Dynamics group at ARCNL.

Qi TangView profile

Assistant Professor

• High-Performance Computing
• Computational Plasma Physics
• Fusion Simulations
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Qi Tang is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computational Science and Engineering (CSE) at Georgia Institute of Technology, part of the College of Computing. He joined Georgia Tech in 2024 after serving as a Staff Scientist at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) from 2018 to 2024. His research focuses on computational plasma physics, high-performance computing, and scientific machine learning, with applications in fusion energy, plasma simulations, and structure-preserving neural networks. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Michigan State University, 2015 B.S. in Mathematics & Applied Mathematics, Zhejiang University, 2010 Research Interests: Qi’s work spans scalable numerical algorithms for exascale computing, fusion modeling, and scientific machine learning. Key areas include: High-order schemes, adaptive mesh refinement, and GPU acceleration for MHD and plasma simulations Structure-preserving neural networks for dynamical systems and multiscale physics Multi-physics modeling of tokamak disruptions and magnetic reconnection Grants & Collaborations: Principal Investigator (PI) for multiple DOE grants, including ASCR MMICC Center (CHaRMNET) Led a multi-institutional ASCR SciML team with LANL, ANL, and universities Recipient of LANL LDRD and NSF grants for fusion and plasma research Advising & Teaching: Advises Ph.D., master’s, and undergraduate students in CSE, physics, and engineering Teaches Parallel Computing Programming and Applications (CSE-6230) Co-advises students in DOE-funded programs and LANL collaborations Labs & Teams: Qi is affiliated with the DOE ASCR MMICC Center (CHaRMNET) and LANL’s Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group. His team develops open-source tools like MFEM-based MHD solvers and structure-preserving ML frameworks.

Lorena BociuView profile

Professor

• Analysis and Control of Partial Differential Equations
• Nonlinear Wave Equations
• Fluid-Structure Interactions
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Lorena Bociu is a Professor and Associate Department Head for Academic Affairs in the Department of Mathematics at North Carolina State University's College of Sciences. She joined NC State as an Assistant Professor in 2011, was promoted to Associate Professor in 2017, and became a full Professor in 2022. She was appointed Associate Department Head in August 2024. Bociu was named an NC State University Faculty Scholar in 2016, recognizing her as a top early- and mid-career faculty member pursuing research to solve society's most pressing problems. Bociu's research focuses on Analysis and Control of Partial Differential Equations with applications in nonlinear wave equations, fluid-structure interactions, fluid-solid mixtures, and multiscale interface couplings of Partial and Ordinary Differential Equations. Her work has significant applications in understanding the development of glaucoma and other biomedical problems. She is a member of the Control, Optimization and Modeling research group, the Ordinary Differential Equations, Partial Differential Equations and Analysis faculty research group, and the Nonlinear Analysis Thematic Group. Bociu's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on multiscale modeling, particularly in tissue perfusion, poroelasticity, and fluid-structure interactions. Her work combines rigorous mathematical analysis with practical applications in biomedical engineering and mechanics. She has developed novel approaches for coupling different types of differential equations to model complex biological systems. Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) 2019 NC State University Faculty Scholar 2016-present NC State University Equity for Women Award (Faculty) 2016 Invited Member to Sigma Xi The Scientific Research Honor Society 2020 University of Virginia Excellence in Scholarship in Sciences and Engineering 2008 Bociu has secured significant research funding including an NSF DMS CAREER Award (2016-2021) for 'Control and Sensitivity Analysis for Fluid-Elasticity Interactions and Fluid-Solid Mixtures,' and serves as PI for an NSF DMS Collaborative Research project (2021-2024) on 'Analysis and Control in Multi-Scale Interface Coupling between Deformable Porous Media and Lumped Hydraulic Circuits.' She also serves as co-PI for the NSF Infrastructure MathCREW project focused on Mathematical Connectivity through Research and Equity for Women. Bociu is active in the academic community through the NCSU Differential Equations and Nonlinear Analysis Seminar and SEARCDE conferences.

Karen Z. HatsagortsyanView profile

Researcher

• Strong-Field Physics
• Quantum Electrodynamics (QED)
• Relativistic Dynamics
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Karen Z. Hatsagortsyan is a Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics in Heidelberg, Germany. Her research focuses on the interaction of ultrastrong laser fields with matter, spanning relativistic and nonperturbative quantum electrodynamics (QED), strong-field ionization dynamics, and plasma diagnostics using polarization properties of ejected particles. She collaborates with experimental facilities like DESY , SLAC , and the European Extreme-light-infrastructure (ELI) , and has contributed to proposals such as the LUXE experiment and FACET-II for testing nonlinear QED effects. Research Interests : Relativistic ionization and sub-barrier electron dynamics Spin polarization effects in high-energy laser interactions Gamma-ray and x-ray source development via nonlinear QED Plasma diagnostics through polarization measurements Recent Publications demonstrate advancements in ultrashort time delay measurements ( Phys. Rev. Lett. 2022 ), polarization transfer in positron beam generation ( Phys. Rev. Lett. 2019 ), and attosecond-resolved plasma field analysis ( Phys. Rev. Res. 2022 ). Her work bridges theoretical predictions with experimental validation, particularly in attoclock protocols, Coulomb focusing, and laser-based collider concepts.

Xiao-lun WuView profile

Professor

• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Biophysics
• Fluid Turbulence
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Xiao-lun Wu is a Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on nonlinear dynamics and biophysics, with specialties in 2D fluid turbulence and biophysical systems. In nonlinear dynamics, he studies fluid turbulence in liquid films, exploring energy flux reversals and vortex formation. His biophysics work includes bacterial/phage population dynamics and optical techniques for synaptic vesicle dynamics in neurons. Key collaborators include researchers like C. Yeung and Yonggun Jun. His publications (2005–2007) bridge fluid dynamics and biophysics, addressing topics like swimming efficiency of E. coli and polymer effects in turbulence. He advises graduate students (e.g., Yue Guo) and maintains an active experimental/theoretical research program.

• Fluid Dynamics
• Aerodynamics
• Environmental Engineering
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Hrvoje Kozmar is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, and environmental engineering, with particular emphasis on wind energy systems, atmospheric boundary layer flows, and structural dynamics. His work addresses challenges in offshore engineering, wind turbine design, and urban building aerodynamics. Professor Kozmar has contributed to advanced computational models for hydrodynamic loads on offshore structures, turbulence effects on tall buildings, and wind energy harvesting systems. His studies on Bora wind dynamics and rotor blade aerodynamics highlight interdisciplinary applications in meteorology and renewable energy. Key projects include surrogate modeling for offshore monopiles, numerical simulations of wave-current interactions, and experimental studies on porous double-skin façades for wind load mitigation. He has collaborated on wind farm layouts, cable-supported bridge stability, and aerodynamic optimization of vehicles.

Herbert GunellView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Space Physics
• Magnetospheric Physics
• Cometary Science
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Herbert Gunell is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Studies at the Department of Physics, Umeå University. His research focuses on space physics, particularly Earth's magnetosphere, auroral processes, planetary magnetospheres, and cometary environments. He leads the 'Physics of the Solar System' research group and actively contributes to interdisciplinary studies involving Mars, Venus, and comets like 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. His work bridges observational data from missions like MAVEN and Rosetta with computational simulations, addressing topics such as magnetosheath jets, bow shock dynamics, and plasma interactions. Key research themes include solar wind interactions with planetary atmospheres, energy deposition in ionospheres, and the structure of cometary plasma environments. Recent findings highlight the role of ULF waves in auroral energy transfer and the statistical behavior of Martian bow shock jets. Gunell collaborates globally on missions like the Comet Interceptor and leverages particle-in-cell modeling to explore phenomena such as diamagnetic cavity boundaries and ion velocity distributions in low-activity comets. His publications span journals like Journal of Geophysical Research , Astronomy & Astrophysics , and Space Science Reviews , emphasizing experimental and theoretical advancements in space plasma physics. He remains actively engaged in advancing our understanding of magnetospheric dynamics and their implications for planetary environments.

Michael BrownView profile

Professor

• Plasma Physics
• Magnetic Reconnection
• Fusion Energy
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Michael Brown is the Morris L. Clothier Professor of Physics at Swarthmore College, with affiliations to the Department of Physics & Astronomy . He has served as past department chair , past chair of the American Physical Society Division of Plasma Physics , and is currently an APS Councilor . Research Interests Dr. Brown's research spans plasma physics , solar physics , and fusion energy , focusing on magnetic reconnection , MHD turbulence , and experimental plasma dynamics . His work connects laboratory experiments (e.g., the SSX lab ) to space plasma phenomena, exploring topics like 3D reconnection structures , electron heating , and self-organization in plasmas. Publication Trends Recent articles emphasize MHD turbulence , plasma relaxation , and magnetic reconnection . Key themes include equation of state measurements , turbulent intermittency , and flux rope dynamics , with applications to magnetic confinement fusion and astrophysical plasmas . Scientific Awards 2008 APS Award for Research at an Undergraduate Institution Advising & Collaborations Dr. Brown has advised over 30 senior honors theses and mentored 44 student researchers. His collaborations include institutions like Princeton , UCLA , and Caltech . He leads the SSX lab , which focuses on spheromak experiments , Whistler waves , and plasma wind tunnel studies .

Wolfgang H. SachseView profile

Professor

• Ultrasonic Waves
• Non-Destructive Testing
• Solid Mechanics
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Wolfgang H. Sachse is a Professor at Cornell University's College of Engineering, specializing in ultrasonic wave applications for materials characterization. He contributes to the graduate fields of Mechanical Engineering, Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, and Materials Science and Engineering, with visiting roles at NIST and the University of Tokyo. B.S. in Physics from Penn State University M.S.E. and Ph.D. in Mechanics and Materials from Johns Hopkins University His research pioneered active/passive ultrasonic techniques for flaw detection, dynamic fracture analysis, and stress measurement in metals. Early work on laser-spark-X-ray ultrasound generation and point-source/point-receiver methods advanced anisotropic material characterization. Recent innovations include air-coupled ultrasonics for powders and acoustic microscopy of bio-materials. Collaborating with Igor Grabec, he developed intelligent measurement systems described in their Springer-Verlag monograph Synergetics of Measurement, Prediction and Control (1997). His publications span geophysical acoustics (2015), transducer calibration (2015), crystal wave phenomena (2013), and conference proceedings (2008-2010), reflecting interdisciplinary impacts across Acoustics, Materials Science, and Physics. The Golden Whistle (2013) - International Congress on Ultrasonics' highest award German Academic Exchange Fellow Humboldt Fellow Editor-in-Chief of Ultrasonics (Elsevier) Former Editor-in-Chief of Materials Evaluation As an educator, he developed Cornell's acclaimed ENGRI 118 Design Integration course and teaches Mechanics of Solids (250+ students) and Mechanical Properties Laboratory (140+ students). His laboratory innovations include two patents for advanced acoustic measurement systems.

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Low dimensional quantum spin systems
• Frustrated magnets
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Dr. Kingshuk Majumdar is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Grand Valley State University within the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. His academic journey began with a Ph.D. from the University of Florida in 1999, followed by M.S. and B.S. degrees from Indian institutions. Dr. Majumdar's research interests are centered on Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics, specializing in low-dimensional quantum spin systems and frustrated magnets. He also explores Quantum Information Science and Quantum Computing, contributing to the understanding of quantum spin dynamics and phase transitions. His scholarly publications reflect expertise in spin-wave theory, magnetic phase diagrams, and quantum fluctuations. The articles span topics such as Heisenberg antiferromagnets, bilayer magnetism, and quantum critical points, indicating a strong focus on theoretical modeling of magnetic and quantum systems. NSF-MRI Award ($97,383) to acquire a HPC Cluster at GVSU XSEDE Award: 50,000 CPU supercomputing hours Regional Michigan Science Olympiad Service Award Kavli Institute of Theoretical Physics (KITP) Scholar Award Cottrell College Science Award from Research Corporation Award for paper presentation in the Graduate Student Forum, University of Florida Outstanding Academic Achievement Award by an International Student, University of Florida Dr. Majumdar mentors undergraduate researchers, guiding projects on quantum spin systems, thin film conductivity, and spin-wave analysis. He also serves as a referee for American Physical Society (APS) and Institute of Physics (IOP) journals, contributing to the academic community through peer review and grant evaluation.

• Atmospheric Science
• Planetary Science
• Remote Sensing
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Paul Hartogh is a Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research (MPS), where he has been a staff member since 1990. His work focuses on planetary atmospheres across the solar system and beyond, including Earth, Mars, comets, and icy moons like Enceladus and Europa. He leads the Planetary Atmospheres Group at MPS and serves as Principal Investigator for the Submillimetre Wave Instrument (SWI) on the JUICE mission to Jupiter's icy moons. He also co-leads the Atmospheric Remote-sensing Infrared Exoplanet Large-survey (ARIEL) science team. Research Keywords : Atmospheric Science, Planetary Science, Remote Sensing, Spectroscopy, Astrophysics, Climate Modeling Instrumentation : Heterodyne spectroscopy, spaceborne submillimeter/infrared instruments, ground-airborne-space systems Missions : JUICE (Principal Investigator), ARIEL (Co-PI), SOFIA (Co-I), Rosetta (Co-I) His recent publications highlight collaborations on Juno microwave studies of icy moons, SALTUS mission design, and analysis of cometary water cycles . No formal awards or student advising details were mentioned in the provided text.

• Fluid Dynamics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Coastal Engineering
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Gianluca Zitti is a Researcher at the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering, School of Engineering, Università Politecnica delle Marche (UNIVPM), Ancona. His work spans fluid dynamics, biomedical engineering, coastal systems, and renewable energy technologies. Role: Researcher in Scientific Sector CEAR-01/A (Hydraulics) Location: DICEA - Hydraulic Section, Via Brecce Bianche 12, Ancona Contact: g.zitti@staff.univpm.it Research focuses include: Cardiovascular fluid mechanics Wave energy converters Hydrokinetic turbines Coastal sediment transport Aquaculture structure dynamics Flood impact modeling His scientific contributions include studies on: Coronary artery blood flow Archimedean turbine optimization Avalanche-generated impulse waves Hydrodynamic interactions Human stability in floodwaters

• Photonics
• Quantum Optics
• Nonlinear Optics
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Ayhan Demircan is an Adjunct Professor at the Leibniz School of Optics and Photonics in Leibniz University Hannover. He leads the Micro and Nano Photonics task group and contributes to institutions including the Institute of Quantum Optics , Ultrafast Laser Laboratory , and Hannover Centre for Optical Technologies (HOT) . His work spans photonics, quantum optics, and nonlinear dynamics, with applications in terahertz technology, soliton physics, and optical modeling. Research Interests: Photonics, quantum optics, terahertz radiation, soliton dynamics, nanophotonics, and computational modeling of optical systems. Key Institutions: Leibniz School of Optics and Photonics, Institute of Quantum Optics, HOT, and PhoenixD Cluster of Excellence. Technical Expertise: Develops Python-based tools for nonlinear Schrödinger equations, optical parametric oscillators, and ultrafast laser systems. Contact: demircan@iqo.uni-hannover.de

Jonas L. JuulView profile

Assistant Professor

• Network Science
• Social Networks
• Epidemiology
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Jonas L. Juul is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science Department at the IT University of Copenhagen . With a background in network science and complex systems, he employs statistical methods, mathematical modeling, and computer simulations to study social networks, spreading processes, and human behavior. Focus areas include: information diffusion in social networks Disease spread mitigation in human populations Interdisciplinary collaboration with medical doctors, economists, and computer scientists Recent research highlights include improving statistical models for pandemic forecasting through the InForM project funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation , and groundbreaking work on contact tracing optimization and information cascade dynamics. Notable recognitions: 2025 H.C. Ørsted Research Talent Prize 2024 Novo Nordisk Foundation Data Science Emerging Investigator Grant 2025 Young Academy membership He has contributed to mathematical modeling efforts during Denmark's COVID-19 reopening in 2020 and maintains active collaborations with institutions including Cornell University , Technical University of Denmark , and Niels Bohr Institute .