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Michael Dudley is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at Stony Brook University, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. He has held the position since 1994, previously serving as Chairman of the Department and progressing through ranks including Associate Professor (1990–94) and Assistant Professor (1984–90). His research focuses on crystal growth and defect characterization in semiconductors like SiC, GaN, and AlN, utilizing advanced techniques such as Synchrotron X-ray Topography, Transmission Electron Microscopy, and High-Resolution X-ray Diffraction. He leads the Laboratory for Synchrotron X-ray Topography, studying materials for power electronics and optoelectronics. Dudley has directed NSF-funded initiatives, including the Grant Opportunities for Academic Liaison with Industry and Nanoscale Integrated Research Teams.
Education: Ph.D. in Engineering (1981) and B.Sc. (Hons.) in Materials Science/Physics (1978), both from the University of Warwick, UK.
Research interests center on understanding defect origins in crystals and their impact on device performance. Key areas include defect formation during crystal growth (PVT, CVD), surface preparation damage, and strain field analysis. His group collaborates with industry leaders to advance SiC crystal growth and characterization.
Recent work includes studies on dislocation dynamics in 4H-SiC, ion-implanted GaN substrates for power devices, and prismatic slip in AlN crystals. His articles analyze lattice damage, defect distribution, and growth sector effects in materials like ZnSe and GaN. Dudley’s grants and leadership roles highlight his influence in crystallography and materials engineering.
Labs/Teams: Laboratory for Synchrotron X-ray Topography, collaborating with industry on semiconductor materials development.
