Eli Jerby

Prof. Eli Jerby is a faculty member at the School of Electrical Engineering, Tel Aviv University. His research focuses on microwave-matter interactions, particularly localized microwave heating (LMH) for industrial applications, fireball and plasmoid generation, and microwave-based technologies in additive manufacturing.

• University: Tel Aviv University
• School: School of Electrical Engineering

Jerby’s research interests span:

• Microwave Drilling: Silent, dust-free drilling in concrete, ceramics, and bones.
• Fireball Dynamics: Laboratory-scale simulation of ball lightning.
• Additive Manufacturing: Microwave-assisted 3D printing of metal powders.
• Plasma Generation: Ejection of plasmoids from molten materials.

His publications highlight trends in microwave heating for material processing, including concrete cutting, basalt melting, and thermite ignition. Articles emphasize LMH mechanisms, thermal instabilities, and nanoparticle formation. Key subfields include microwave safety, dielectric absorption, and solid-state applicators.

Jerby’s scientific work has been featured globally, including in Science, Nature Physics, and Physical Review Letters. He holds patents for microwave drills and heating systems, with applications in construction and materials science.

He mentors research students like Yoav Shoshani and collaborates on projects involving microwave-driven plasmas and thermite ignition. His lab explores microwave-DC synergy and the bubble-marble effect for underwater applications.