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James Spicer is a Professor of Materials Science and Engineering and Chair of the Engineering for Professionals Materials Science and Engineering Program at Johns Hopkins University's Whiting School of Engineering. He holds a secondary appointment at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) and is a member of the Hopkins Extreme Materials Institute (HEMI). His research focuses on laser-material interactions, photochromic materials, and advanced manufacturing techniques with applications in energy, healthcare, and aerospace.
Spicer earned a BS in Physics and Mechanical Engineering from Southern Methodist University (1985) and a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Johns Hopkins (1991). He has led the Center for Materials Sensing and Detection and contributed to NASA's Parker Solar Probe thermal management system. His honors include the 2011 Gold Cup for Leadership and the 2000 William H. Huggins Teaching Award.
His research explores photoacoustic stimulation for retinal prosthetics, nuclear graphite structural analysis, and functional polymer nanocomposites. Collaborations include industry leaders like IBM and GE Healthcare. His work bridges academic and applied research, addressing challenges in energy systems, biomedical devices, and extreme environment materials.
- Key Research Themes: Laser processing, metamaterials, nuclear graphite characterization, biomedical nanocomposites, and thermal management
- Professional Memberships: IEEE, APS, OSA, MRS, ASME
- Leadership: Co-Chair of IEEE Nanoacoustic Symposium, Conference Organizer for IEEE Nano 2018
