معرفی
Mool C. Gupta is the Langley Distinguished Professor and Founding Director of the NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Center for Lasers and Plasmas at the University of Virginia. He holds affiliations with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the School of Engineering and Applied Science. Previously, he served as Director of the Applied Research Center at Old Dominion University and worked at Eastman Kodak Company and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. His academic roles include Adjunct Professor at Cornell University and Editor-in-Chief of the Handbook of Photonics.
Education:
- Senior Research Fellow, California Institute of Technology (1978–1979)
- Postdoctoral Fellow, Cornell University (1976–1978)
- Ph.D. in Physics, Washington State University (1973)
Research Interests:
His work focuses on photon processing of materials, photovoltaics, nanomaterials, and optoelectronic devices. Key areas include laser processing for solar cell optimization, anti-icing surface technologies, and advanced materials characterization. His research bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in energy and aerospace.
Publications & Trends:
Gupta's recent work emphasizes laser-based manufacturing, thermoelectric materials, and photovoltaic innovations. His 2023 study on silicon solar cell passivation and 2020 research on anti-icing surfaces highlight his dual focus on energy and materials engineering. He frequently publishes in journals like Applied Physics, Journal of Alloys and Compounds, and IEEE Transactions.
Awards:
- Member of Kodak's Inventors' Gallery
- Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors
Grants & Advising:
Past PI for NSF, DARPA, AFOSR, and NASA projects. Courses taught include Photovoltaics and Electrical Engineering Projects. His lab collaborates on solar-land coexistence solutions and advanced materials for energy systems.
Labs & Teams:
Directs the NSF Center for Lasers and Plasmas, leveraging interdisciplinary teams for laser-materials innovation. His lab focuses on photonics, nanotechnology, and sustainable energy solutions.
