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Iryna Yakymenko is a Professor and Head of Unit at the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Biology (IFM) at Linköping University, Sweden. Her research focuses on fundamental quantum physics and semiconductor nanotechnology, particularly studying nanometer-sized semiconductor structures such as quantum dots and wires. She explores phenomena like Wigner localization, spin-polarization, and magnetization in quantum systems, with applications in spintronics and quantum informatics.
Education:
- PhD in Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Bogolyubov Institute for Theoretical Physics, Kiev, 1991
- MS in Radiophysics, Kiev State University, 1982
Research Interests: Her work addresses theoretical modeling of electron states in quantum structures, including magnetization dynamics, spintronics, and quantum transport. For instance, she investigates how quantum point contacts can selectively allow electrons of specific spin directions, advancing semiconductor spin electronics.
Awards:
- Included in multiple 'Who's Who' editions internationally (1999–2004, 2000–2001, 2009).
Collaborations: Leads the Theoretical Physics division and collaborates with researchers like Igor Abrikosov (Professor & Head of Division) and Sergey Simak (Professor). Her team explores nanophysics, nonlinear optics, and materials physics.
