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Ian Robinson is a Professor at the London Centre for Nanotechnology, University College London, and Group Leader of the X-ray Scattering group in the Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science Division at Brookhaven National Laboratory since 2016. His group specializes in advanced X-ray scattering techniques including Bragg Coherent Diffraction Imaging, surface scattering, and ultrafast X-ray science.
Education:
• M.A. Natural Sciences, Cambridge University (1973-76)
• Ph.D. Biophysics, Harvard University (1976-81)
Research Focus: Robinson's work centers on phase transitions, nanocrystal dynamics, cuprate superconductors, and domain structures in materials. He pioneered Crystal Truncation Rods analysis and Bragg Coherent Diffraction Imaging, enabling 3D nanoscale imaging of crystal strains and defects. Current research explores ultrafast material excitation using X-ray free-electron lasers.
Publication Trends: Recent articles (2015-2020) demonstrate strong focus on coherent X-ray imaging techniques applied to quantum materials, superconductors, and nanocrystals, with emphasis on time-resolved studies of material dynamics at synchrotron and XFEL facilities.
Awards & Recognition:
- Gregori Aminoff Prize (2015)
- ICSOS Surface Structure Prize (2011)
- Royal Society Wolfson Merit Award (2006-10)
- ACA Warren Prize (2000)
- APS Fellow (1995)
- Bell Labs Distinguished Member of Technical Staff (1990)
Leadership: Directs X-ray scattering research at Brookhaven Lab and coordinates international scientific advisory committees for major facilities including European XFEL, LCLS, and ALBA synchrotron.
