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Epifanio Virga is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Pavia, Italy. His research focuses on the mathematical modeling of condensed matter systems, particularly liquid crystals, with an emphasis on elastic phenomena, topological defects, and phase behavior. He leads the 'Mathematical Models for Condensed Matter' research group, applying advanced theoretical and computational methods to study soft materials.
Virga's work bridges pure mathematics and applied physics, addressing challenges such as geometric frustration in nematic shells and the dynamics of chromonic liquid crystals. He has contributed extensively to understanding the interplay between molecular ordering, elastic energy, and external stimuli like light or confinement.
His recent studies explore novel material behaviors, such as photoresponsive nematic elastomers and the mechanical properties of soft shells. Virga collaborates internationally, publishing in top journals and advancing interdisciplinary approaches in condensed matter physics.
