Vincenzo Vitelli

Vincenzo Vitelli is Professor in the Department of Physics and James Franck Institute at the University of Chicago. His research spans complex systems at the intersection of physics, engineering, and applied mathematics, including biophysics, active matter, machine learning, robotics, metamaterials, topological insulators, hydrodynamics, and soft materials.

The Vitelli Group investigates phenomena arising from nonlinearities, disorder, and far-from-equilibrium dynamics using analytical and numerical approaches. Current projects explore nonlinear x-ray interactions, odd elastic properties, machine learning for physical systems, and topological mechanics. The group maintains active collaborations with multiple experimental teams.

Vitelli has received several honors including being named a Fellow of the American Physical Society (2018) and Kavli Frontiers of Science Fellow (2015). He currently advises 8 PhD students and has mentored over 15 doctoral graduates. The group has received funding from multiple sources including the National Science Foundation and Department of Energy.