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Hartwin Peelaers is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Kansas, part of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on computational condensed matter theory, particularly using density functional theory (DFT) to design advanced materials for nanoscale and energy devices. He holds dual positions at the Gray-Little Hall and Malott Hall campuses in Lawrence, KS.
Education:
- PhD in Physics, University of Antwerp (2009)
- MS in Physics, University of Antwerp (2005)
- BS in Physics, University of Antwerp (2003)
Research interests center on layered battery electrodes, photovoltaic materials, and low-dimensional material properties. His work emphasizes computational design of heterostructures, defect engineering in oxides like Ga2O3 and Al2O3, and electronic/thermal properties of novel materials for energy applications. Recent studies explore memristor materials, 2D molecular crystals, and interlayer exciton dynamics in hybrid systems.
Publications reflect a focus on wide-bandgap semiconductors, defect characterization, and device-relevant material properties. His work bridges theory and experiment, with contributions to Ga2O3 alloys, V2O5 ionic transport, and MoS2-based heterostructures.
No scientific awards are listed, but his extensive postdoctoral experience (including roles at UC Santa Barbara and the Belgian American Educational Foundation) underscores his research expertise. He has advised no listed students, though his research group likely engages in graduate training. Lab affiliations are not explicitly stated, though his work involves collaborations with experimental groups.
