Rüdiger Dieckmann

Rüdiger Dieckmann is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Cornell University's College of Engineering. His research focuses on fundamental aspects of solid-state materials, including point defects, transport phenomena, and phase equilibria in ceramic solids.

• Dipl. Chem. (Chemistry) from Clausthal University of Technology (1972)
• Dr. Ing. (Doctor of Engineering) from Clausthal University of Technology (1975)
• Habilitation (Dr. Ing. habil.) from University of Hannover (1983)

His work spans disciplines like Materials Science, Solid State Chemistry, and Crystallography, with a focus on both theoretical and applied aspects of ceramic materials science. He has contributed to understanding reaction kinetics and crystal growth in nonmetallic compounds.

Notable scientific recognitions include:

• Nernst Prize (awarded by the German Bunsen Society for Physical Chemistry in 1984)
• Fellow of the American Ceramic Society (since 2000)

He has served on the editorial board of the Journal 'Reactivity of Solids' (1985-1990) and is affiliated with multiple professional societies, including the American Ceramic Society, German Chemical Society (GDCh), and Materials Research Society.