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Olli Ikkalaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Self-Assembly
• Hydrogels
• Hydrogen Bonding
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Olli Ikkala is a Senior Advisor at the Department of Applied Physics, Aalto University, with a distinguished career spanning decades. He earned his Doctoral and Master's degrees in Engineering and Technology from Helsinki University of Technology (now Aalto University) in 1983 and 1977, respectively. His research focuses on Self-Assembly , Hydrogels , and Nanoclusters , advancing life-inspired soft matter, electrocatalytic materials, and mechanically adaptive systems. His work contributes to sustainable materials, biomedical applications, and energy technologies. Key projects include Dyna-Mat: Life-Inspired Soft Matter (EU Horizon Europe ERC), GeneCellNano for chronic disease therapies, and LIBER for nanocluster-based energy solutions. His publications and 19 active/funded projects reflect interdisciplinary collaborations in material science, chemistry, and biomedical engineering. Scientific awards include two Academy Professor appointments (2005-2010, 2012-2016), Alexander von Humboldt Research Award (2019), and Center of Excellency (2014-2019). He has delivered 43 invited talks and 18 plenary/keynote lectures, emphasizing sustainable and adaptive materials.

Ville Liljeströmمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Soft Matter Physics
• Colloids
• Self-Assembly
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ville Liljeström is a Staff Scientist at Aalto University's Department of Applied Physics, affiliated with OtaNano. His research focuses on soft matter physics, colloids, self-assembly, and structural characterization of nanoscale systems. He contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through studies in materials science and biophysics. His work spans molecular design of biomimetic materials, liquid crystalline systems, and nanocomposite engineering. Recent publications highlight advancements in MXene stability, cellulose nanocrystals, and gold clusters. Liljeström collaborates internationally and actively participates in academic events, such as organizing the Nordic Workshop on Scattering from Soft Matter (2022). Research interests include hierarchical self-assembly, nanoparticle superlattices, and functional materials with applications in optoelectronics and biotechnology. Media engagements include discussions on liquid crystallinity and collaborative scientific initiatives.

• Bio-Nano Interactions
• Nanomedicine
• Drug Delivery Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shiyao Li is a Researcher in the School of Science at RMIT University, specializing in bio-nano interactions and nanomedicine. Their work focuses on nanoparticle design for biomedical applications, including targeted drug delivery systems, biomolecular corona effects, and immune cell interactions. Dr. Li’s research integrates materials science, cell biology, and chemical engineering to advance therapeutic solutions for conditions like leukemia and vaccine development. Research areas: Bio-Nano Interactions, Nanomedicine, Biomaterials Supervision: Advises on projects involving lipid nanoparticles, biomolecular coronas, and nanomedicine development Publications emphasize quantitative tracking of bio-nano interactions, enzyme-mediated nanoparticle assembly, and overcoming anti-PEG antibody challenges in vaccines. Collaboration networks include multidisciplinary teams exploring spatiotemporal drug release and immune evasion strategies.

• Macromolecular and Materials Chemistry
• Materials Engineering
• Organic Chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mohammad Al Kobaisi is a Research Fellow in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, Australia. His research focuses on macromolecular and materials chemistry, with expertise in functional materials, nanostructures, and sustainable materials. He explores applications in waste management (e.g., solar panel recycling) and sensor technologies. Key research interests include self-assembled nanostructures, aggregation-induced emission (AIE) materials, and the development of advanced materials for environmental and biomedical applications. His work spans chemical synthesis, photophysical properties, and the integration of nanotechnology into practical systems. Recent articles highlight innovations in polymer recycling, fluorescent sensors for ion detection, and antimicrobial surface engineering. Projects include upcycling polystyrene waste and designing bio-inspired nanostructures for medical and environmental uses. Dr. Al Kobaisi collaborates on interdisciplinary initiatives, contributing to the circular economy and sustainable materials science. His research bridges fundamental chemistry with applied engineering solutions.

• Nanobiomaterials
• Drug Delivery
• Bio-Inspired Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hyunjoon (Joon) Kong is the Robert W. Schaefer Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Illinois, affiliated with Bioengineering and Pathobiology. He joined in 2007 and holds editorial roles for Biomaterials and Biofabrication . His research focuses on nanobiomaterials for therapeutic and diagnostic applications, including drug delivery, bio-inspired materials, and biofilm removal. Kong has authored over 150 papers and patents, with awards such as IAMBE and AIMBE Fellowships. Education: PhD (2001), University of Michigan; Postdoc at Harvard University (2004-2006). Research Themes: Active hybrid materials, self-propelling colloids, stretchable hydrogels, bio-abiotic machinery. Lab Activities: Active BioHybrid Matter Lab, group retreats, and collaborations in interdisciplinary fields like neuroscience and environmental engineering. His work addresses vascular diseases, infection control, and tissue regeneration, with recent advances in self-locomotive microrobots and neuron-muscle interfaces. Kong mentors over 20 students and actively participates in academic outreach and recruitment.

Harry Bermudezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biological Polymers
• Self-Assembly
• Deep Eutectic Solvents
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Harry Bermudez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Polymer Science and Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He leads the Bermudez Research Group focusing on biological polymers and self-assembly mechanisms. Education: B.S. in Chemical Engineering from UMass Amherst (1998), Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from University of Pennsylvania (2003). Research interests: Stabilization of enzymes using deep eutectic solvents; Supramolecular DNA polymerization for protein synthesis; Biological polymer interfaces; Protein-polymer interactions in ionic environments. Awards: Recipient of the NSF CAREER Award and Armstrong Fund for Science Award. Research supported by NSF grants including #1800442. Leads the Bermudez Research Group investigating biomolecular materials. Collaborates with Matysiak Lab on enzyme dynamics.

• Colloidal Science
• Interfacial Phenomena
• Polymer Brushes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Grant Webber is a Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Newcastle, specializing in Chemical Engineering. His research integrates chemical engineering and physical chemistry to study colloidal and interfacial phenomena with applications in personal care products, pharmaceuticals, minerals processing, and biomedical devices. Research interests include stimulus-responsive polymer coatings that alter structure in response to pH, temperature, or salt concentration; specific ion effects in electrolyte solutions; electrostatic formation of liquid marbles for applications in micro-reactors and sensors; and mineral processing technologies. His work employs neutron scattering, atomic force microscopy, and computational modeling to link nanoscale behaviors to macroscale properties. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on polymer brush systems (15 articles since 2023), with emerging themes in telecommunications network optimization and mineral processing. The work shows consistent application of fundamental principles to solve industrial problems, particularly in sustainable resource processing and advanced materials design.

Se-Hyeong Jungمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Soft Matter
• Colloids
• Microgels
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Se-Hyeong Jung is a Research Fellow at ETH Zurich's Material Institute, affiliated with the Professorship for Soft Materials and Interfaces since December 2022. He works in Prof. Lucio Isa's group, focusing on reconfigurable active colloids and stimuli-responsive polymer networks. His research integrates chemistry, materials science, and engineering to develop adaptive microswimmers and smart materials. Education includes: Bachelor's in Chemistry, University of Würzburg (2013) Master's in Chemistry, RWTH Aachen University (2017) PhD at DWI – Leibniz Institute/RWTH Aachen (2018–2022) Research interests center on: Design of multi-material colloids with tunable morphologies Chemical control of polymer network responsiveness Microgel-based reconfigurable systems for biomedical and engineering applications Light- and redox-responsive material platforms His publications (2018–2025) demonstrate expertise in microfluidics, supramolecular assembly, and stimuli-responsive materials, with recurring themes of programmable colloids, microgel fabrication, and adaptive functionality. Articles frequently appear in high-impact journals like Advanced Materials and Angewandte Chemie , with several featured as covers. Awards and honors: Elsevier Award for Senior Scientists (2025) Gels Travel Award (2024) Enzo Ferroni Award for Young Scientists (2021) He leads no advised students but collaborates extensively within Prof. Isa's lab and previously with Prof. Andrij Pich's group at RWTH Aachen. Current work explores DNA-based colloidal replication and programmable microscale actuation.

Mathias Steinacherمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Colloidal Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mathias Steinacher serves as a Lecturer at the Department of Materials, ETH Zurich, Switzerland. His research focuses on advanced materials synthesis, colloidal systems, and functional hydrogels. He is affiliated with the Complex Materials group and has contributed to innovations in biomaterials engineering, directed evolution of microorganisms, and material fabrication techniques. His work bridges fundamental materials science with applications in biomedical and chemical engineering domains. Research Interests: Dr. Steinacher’s expertise spans nanotechnology , colloidal science , and biomaterials . His projects often involve developing novel methods for producing monodisperse hydrogel capsules, studying amorphous calcium carbonate stability, and leveraging microfluidic technologies for precise material fabrication. His contributions highlight cross-disciplinary approaches to material design and functionality. Publications: His recent work emphasizes living materials (e.g., engineered microorganisms for material production) and smart hydrogels with tunable mechanical properties. His articles address challenges in encapsulation, phase behavior, and material stability under environmental stresses. Affiliations: As part of ETH Zurich’s renowned Department of Materials, he collaborates on projects related to soft matter physics and advanced manufacturing. His lab focuses on translating fundamental material insights into practical applications, such as drug delivery systems and bioinspired materials.

Robert Styleمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Interfaces
• Functional and tough materials
• Phase separation in soft and biological materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert Style is a Lecturer in the Department of Materials at ETH Zurich, Switzerland. His research focuses on experimental and theoretical studies of interfaces, functional materials, phase separation in soft and biological systems, freezing phenomena, membrane physics, and mechanics. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (UK) and has held postdoctoral positions at Oxford University and Yale University, followed by roles as a lecturer and group leader before joining ETH. Education: PhD in Physics (Ice Growth) – University of Cambridge, UK Postdoctoral Research – University of Oxford (UK) and Yale University (USA) Research interests span soft matter physics and biological materials , emphasizing phase transitions, material failure mechanics, and surface tension dynamics. Notable contributions include studies on ice-lens growth, elastocapillarity, and hydrogel mechanics. His work integrates experimental and computational approaches to understand material behavior across scales. Awards: 2016 Young Scientist Award (Adhesion Society) 2015 Teaching Award (Oxford University) 2011 Bateman Fellowship (Yale University) Advising and grants: While no students are listed, his research group likely oversees PhD projects in soft materials. His grants and collaborations involve interdisciplinary projects on biomaterials and environmental materials science. Labs/Teams: Leads the Soft Materials and Interfaces Group at ETH Zurich, focusing on experimental and theoretical studies of soft materials' mechanical and interfacial properties.

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Catalysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Elena Tervoort-Gorokhova is a Researcher at ETH Zürich's Department of Materials, part of the Professorship for Complex Materials. Her work focuses on advanced materials science, including nanoparticle aerogels, photocatalysis, 3D-printed ceramics, and biocementation processes. She collaborates on interdisciplinary projects addressing energy materials, sustainable manufacturing, and aerospace applications. Research Interests: Development of functional materials for energy storage and catalysis 3D printing of ceramics with hierarchical porosity Biologically inspired manufacturing using microorganisms Nanoparticle assembly and porous superparticle design Applications in aerospace thermal protection and sustainable materials Recent Work: Her publications highlight innovations in light-driven catalysis using nanoparticle aerogels, bacteria-driven biocementation of ceramics, and porous nickel phosphide superparticles for hydrogen evolution. These studies emphasize scalable, energy-efficient fabrication methods and functional material optimization. Labs/Teams: Active within the Complex Materials research group at ETH Zürich, contributing to projects involving advanced materials synthesis and application.

• Rheology
• Complex Fluid-Fluid Interfaces
• Colloidal Suspensions
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jan Vermant is Vice Rector for Curriculum Development and heads the Laboratory of Soft Materials at ETH Zürich. He earned his doctoral degree in Chemical Engineering from KU Leuven in 1996 under Prof. Jan Mewis. His research focuses on rheology and applications of complex fluid-fluid interfaces, colloidal suspensions, and developing novel experimental methods for soft matter applications in materials science. Research interests include: Rheology of complex interfaces Colloidal suspension dynamics Novel characterization techniques Soft matter applications Materials science innovation Publications demonstrate consistent focus on colloidal systems and interfacial phenomena, with recent advances in rheometry techniques and emulsion stabilization. Awards reflect recognition across molecular characterization, interfacial science, and rheological measurement techniques. Significant institutional roles include: Head of Department of Materials (2019-2020) Deputy Head of Department (2018, 2021) Member of Research Commission (2016-present) Member of Tenure Committee (2017-2019)

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Optoelectronics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Taehee Kim serves as a Researcher in the Department of Inorganic Functional Materials at ETH Zurich, Switzerland. Their work is affiliated with the Laboratory of Inorganic Chemistry (LAC) and the Professorship for Functional Inorganic Materials. Kim's research focuses on advanced materials science, particularly in nanocrystals, perovskite quantum dots, and optoelectronic devices. They investigate phenomena such as photoluminescence, charge transport, and surface engineering in semiconductor materials. Key research interests include the development of novel functional materials for optoelectronics, energy applications, and biomedical imaging. Their studies often involve nanostructuring, defect engineering, and the exploration of unique optical properties such as circular polarization and multiphoton emission. Recent work emphasizes stretchable electronics, stimuli-responsive systems, and theranostic agents for medical applications. Kim’s publications highlight advancements in perovskite films, quantum dot dynamics, and hybrid organic-inorganic frameworks. Their contributions address challenges in material stability, charge transport efficiency, and defect mitigation. The lab’s interdisciplinary approach spans chemistry, physics, and engineering, with a focus on translating fundamental discoveries into practical technologies.

• Nanomaterials
• Quantum Optics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chenglian Zhu is a Researcher affiliated with the Professorship for Functional Inorganic Materials at ETH Zürich. They are based at the Laboratory of Inorganic Chemistry (LAC) in Zurich, Switzerland. Their research focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and quantum optical properties of inorganic nanomaterials, particularly perovskite quantum dots. Dr. Zhu’s work explores phenomena such as single-photon emission, superabsorption, and cooperative emission regimes in nanocrystals, with applications in quantum technologies and photonics. Key research areas include: Engineering perovskite quantum dots for high-purity single-photon sources Investigating dynamic disorder and phonon effects in nanomaterials Developing colloidal synthesis methods for novel quantum dot architectures Recent studies highlight achievements in observing multi-photon cascades, superradiance, and polarization-controlled emissions without external magnetic fields. Dr. Zhu’s contributions bridge materials science, quantum optics, and nanotechnology, with implications for quantum computing and advanced optoelectronics.

Scott Shellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysics
• Computational Modeling
• Statistical Mechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Scott Shell is a Professor and John Myers Founder's Chair in Chemical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). His research integrates molecular simulation , statistical mechanical theory , and multiscale modeling to study complex soft materials and biomaterials. Education : PhD in Chemical Engineering, Princeton University BS in Chemical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University Postdoc in Biophysics, University of California, San Francisco (2005-07) Research Interests focus on: Multiscale Modeling : Developing universal coarse-graining strategies using relative entropy, hybrid simulation methods, and polymer field theory. In Silico Materials Design : Optimizing interfacial materials for water purification membranes and transport properties. Hydrophobic Interactions : Investigating their role in peptide-surface interactions, nanobubbles, and solute-interface adsorption. Peptide Self-Assembly : Uncovering sequence-structure relationships for nanomaterials and scaffolds. Article Trends highlight his work on molecular simulation and field-theoretic models applied to biophysics , polymer science , and soft matter design . Key subfields include protein aggregation, hydrophobicity scales, and computational inverse design of materials. Scientific Awards : Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow, American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) NSF CAREER Award Sloan Research Fellowship Hertz Foundation Graduate Fellowship Camille and Henry Dreyfus New Faculty Award Computational Molecular Science and Engineering Forum (CoMSEF) Impact Award Additional Roles include advising the Shell Lab at UCSB, which collaborates on projects involving peptide self-assembly , water-mediated interactions , and multiscale simulation strategies .