Pavel Salev

Pavel Salev is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Denver's College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. His research focuses on quantum materials, particularly phase transitions in vanadium oxides (VO₂, V₂O₃), resistive switching, and spintronics. He explores applications in neuromorphic computing, ferroelectric materials, and nanoscale device physics. His work integrates advanced microscopy, electrical characterization, and theoretical modeling to understand and control material properties.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Physics, University of Tulsa, 2017
• M.S. in Physics, Tver State University, 2010
• B.S. in Physics, Tver State University, 2008

His research interests emphasize the interplay between structural, electronic, and magnetic properties in materials undergoing phase transitions. Key topics include voltage-induced filament formation, strain engineering, and the development of neuromorphic devices. Recent studies also investigate resistive switching localization and spin dynamics in phase-change materials.

Publications highlight advancements in structural microscopy, neuromorphic computing, and magnetic control using novel materials. Though no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his work contributes significantly to the field of quantum materials engineering.

Advising and grants are not detailed in the provided text, but his research group likely focuses on experimental and computational studies of nanoscale systems. No specific lab affiliations are mentioned beyond the departmental context.