Kevin Rossi

Kevin Rossi is a Researcher at King's College London specializing in nanomaterials and catalysis. His work focuses on understanding structural and thermodynamic properties of nanoparticles, particularly in platinum-based systems and gold nanoparticles. He completed his PhD in 2019 under the supervision of Prof. Fausto Baletto and Prof. Carlo Molteni.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Materials Science, King's College London (2019)

Research Interests: Rossi investigates nanoparticle morphology, catalytic activity optimization, and phase transitions in nanoscale materials. His studies employ computational methods like density functional theory to predict material behavior under varying conditions. Recent work explores how nanoparticle size and support substrates influence catalytic performance in oxygen reduction reactions.

Key Research Trends: His publications highlight advancements in characterizing nanoparticle melting signatures, designing platinum nanosamples for energy applications, and correlating structural changes with catalytic activity. The research bridges computational modeling with experimental validation to advance nanomaterials engineering.

Advising & Grants: While no current grants are listed, his doctoral research demonstrates strong collaboration with experimental groups. He has supervised no students yet but contributes to training through collaborative projects.