Prof Laura Herz is an Honorary Professor in the Department of Electronic Materials Engineering at the Research School of Physics , Australian National University (ANU). She contributes to the Semiconductor Optoelectronics and Nanotechnology Research Group, focusing on advanced semiconductor devices and optoelectronic applications. In 2022, Herz co-authored a conference paper titled Nanowire Sensors Facilitate Polarization Sensitive Terahertz Spectroscopy , which highlights her work on nanowire-based sensors for terahertz technology. Her research aligns with the group's expertise in semiconductor nanotechnology, including quantum dots, nanowires, and optoelectronic device fabrication. Herz's collaborations extend to key members of the ANU research team, including Professor Chennupati Jagadish and Professor Lan Fu, who are prominent in compound semiconductor optoelectronics and nanotechnology. Her work contributes to the development of next-generation photonic and optoelectronic systems.
Edmund R. Nowak is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Delaware . His research focuses on spintronic nanostructures , magnetic tunnel junctions , vortex dynamics in superconductors , and granular media dynamics . He has contributed significantly to understanding noise mechanisms in magnetic devices and the development of ultra-sensitive magnetic field sensors. His work also spans material synthesis and characterization of novel semiconductor compounds, such as gallium pnictides and layered materials like BaGa₂Pn₂. His academic leadership includes chairing the Physics & Astronomy department, where he oversees both educational and research initiatives. His research has been published widely, with a focus on experimental and theoretical studies of magnetic nanodevices and their applications in spintronics and sensor technology. Notable contributions include advancing techniques to suppress noise in magnetic tunnel junctions, optimizing sensor performance for picoTesla-level detection, and investigating the effects of annealing on magnetic materials. His interdisciplinary approach bridges condensed matter physics, materials science, and device engineering. Edmund R. Nowak collaborates with industry and academic partners to translate fundamental research into practical applications, such as biodetection systems and low-power magnetometers. His lab at the University of Delaware is equipped for advanced material fabrication, magnetic characterization, and noise analysis.
Dr. Xin Yi is a Research Fellow at Heriot-Watt University's School of Engineering & Physical Sciences, affiliated with the Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences. He holds a PhD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Sheffield (2015–2020) and joined Heriot-Watt in 2020 as a Research Associate. His research focuses on developing next-generation quantum detectors, particularly avalanche photodiodes and single-photon avalanche diodes (SPADs) for short-wave infrared (SWIR) applications. Funded by the EPSRC, his work emphasizes semiconductor materials like AlAsSb, III-V compounds, and Ge-on-Si heterostructures to enhance detector performance in quantum technologies. Research interests include impact ionization mechanisms, semiconductor characterization, and device fabrication. Key achievements include designing low-noise Ge-on-Si SPADs with record sensitivity and high-gain avalanche photodiodes for SWIR detection. Yi has received the EPSRC Quantum Technology Career Development Fellowship (2022) and contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed publications. He collaborates internationally and actively presents at conferences, showcasing advancements in quantum detectors and optoelectronic materials. His work bridges theoretical modeling and experimental validation, targeting applications in quantum communication, sensing, and imaging. Grants and fellowships support his exploration of novel semiconductor materials and fabrication techniques to push the boundaries of SWIR detection beyond traditional silicon limitations.
Jeanne Crassous is a CNRS Research Director at the Institut des Sciences Chimiques de Rennes , University of Rennes, France. She holds a prominent position in the field of chiral molecular materials, with a focus on helicenes and their applications in optoelectronics and fundamental chirality studies. Position: CNRS Director of Research (DR1) Institution: University of Rennes, Institut des Sciences Chimiques de Rennes (ISCR) Email: jeanne.crassous@univ-rennes.fr Office: 236, Building 10A, Campus de Beaulieu, Rennes Education PhD in Organic Chemistry, École Normale Supérieure de Lyon (1996) Research Habilitation, École Normale Supérieure de Lyon (2005) Post-doctoral Research, ETH Zurich (1997) Student, École Normale Supérieure de Lyon (1989) Research Interests Dr. Crassous specializes in the molecular engineering of helicenes , including organic and organometallic variants with chromophores or aggregating units. Her work explores chiroptics and fundamental chirality , with a focus on chiral organometallic complexes and vibrational circular dichroism (VCD) . She investigates how molecular chirality influences optical, electronic, and spin properties, enabling applications in advanced materials and quantum technologies. Publication Trends Her recent publications (2016–2023) reflect a strong focus on chiral luminescent materials , circularly polarized luminescence (CPL) , and chiral-induced spin selectivity (CISS) . She integrates synthesis, spectroscopy, and computational modeling (TDDFT) to design and characterize novel helicene-based systems for optoelectronics, spintronics, and parity violation experiments. Scientific Awards CNRS Silver Medal (2023) Distinguished Member of the French Chemical Society, senior category (2023) CNRS Talent (2023) Chemistry Europe Fellow (2020/2021) National Prize of the Organic Chemistry Division (SCF, 2020) Elected Member of the European Academy of Sciences (2021) Victor Grignard–Georg Witting Lecture Award (GDCh/SCF, 2024) Advising, Grants, and Collaborations Dr. Crassous leads and collaborates on numerous national and international research projects, including ANR-funded programs such as SMM-CPL, ChirON, and iCHIRALight. She mentors early-career researchers and collaborates with leading experts in France (ENS Lyon, Strasbourg, Angers) and abroad (USA, UK, Spain, Israel, Poland, Netherlands, Greece). Her work bridges organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, fostering interdisciplinary innovation. Laboratories and Research Teams She is based at the Institut des Sciences Chimiques de Rennes (ISCR) , a leading French research institute in chemistry. Her team works within the Organométalliques et Catalyse (OMC) and Physique de la Matière Molle (PMM) groups, focusing on the synthesis and characterization of chiral molecular systems. The ISCR provides state-of-the-art facilities for spectroscopy, crystallography, and materials testing, supporting her cutting-edge research in chiral functional materials.
Alexander Zaslavsky is a Professor of Engineering and Physics at Brown University, where he has been a faculty member since 1994. He received his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Princeton University in 1991 and completed postdoctoral work at IBM Research. His research spans semiconductor device physics with focus on novel device concepts that could supplement silicon transistor technology. He maintains active collaborations with institutions in France and has served as editor of Solid State Electronics since 2003. PhD in Electrical Engineering, Princeton University (1991) MS in Electrical Engineering, Princeton University (1988) BA, Harvard University (1986) Professor Zaslavsky's research focuses on developing alternative semiconductor devices that could supplement conventional silicon technology. His work spans five main areas: (1) quantum transport in silicon-based nanostructures and resonant tunneling; (2) tunneling-based semiconductor devices in silicon-on-insulator and germanium-on-insulator technology; (3) thin film transistors based on conducting oxides and iodides; (4) flexible metallic interconnects for flexible electronics; and (5) probabilistic computing implemented in silicon technology. His research bridges fundamental physics with practical device applications, particularly in low-power electronics and novel sensing mechanisms. Analysis of Professor Zaslavsky's recent publications reveals a strong focus on cryogenic electronics for quantum computing interfaces, novel memory architectures, and germanium-based photodetectors. His work increasingly intersects with quantum computing needs, particularly in developing cryo-CMOS circuitry and memory solutions. There's also continued emphasis on sharp-switching devices for ultra-low power applications and exploration of alternative materials like copper iodide for transparent electronics. The research demonstrates a strategic evolution from fundamental device physics toward applications in emerging computing paradigms. Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship (1995) Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Award (1995) National Science Foundation Career Award (1997) Editor of Solid State Electronics international journal (2003-present) Visiting Senior Chair of Excellence at Nanosciences Foundation, Grenoble (2009-2012) Professor Zaslavsky has mentored numerous students whose alumni have gone on to semiconductor companies (Micron, Applied Materials, GlobalFoundries, Synopsys), government labs (NIST, CNRS, Paul Scherrer Institute), and major industrial companies (EMC, Apple). His research has been supported by extensive funding including: Alfred P. Sloan Foundation ($30,000, 1995-1999); Office of Naval Research Young Investigator award ($265,750, 1995-1998); multiple NSF grants totaling over $1.5 million; Semiconductor Research Corporation subcontract ($95,000, 1998-2002); and Air Force Office of Scientific Research MURI award (sharing $350,000 annually, 2000-2005). Professor Zaslavsky leads an active research laboratory at Brown University focused on semiconductor device physics and engineering. Current projects include Cryo-CMOS and magnetic sensing (with Xiao lab at Brown, Tufts, NIST-Gaithersburg, CoolCAD Electronics, and MIT-Lincoln Laboratory); and Germanium quantum dot photodetectors (with Pacifici lab at Brown). The lab has previously worked on nitride hot electron and tunneling transistors, amorphous indium-zinc-oxide devices, tunneling devices in SOI, noise-immune CMOS design, Si and SiGe nanowire tunneling transistors, carbon nanotube devices, and flexible metal interconnects. The lab emphasizes comprehensive training from device fabrication to characterization and modeling.
Dr Qiandong Zhuang is a Reader in Semiconductor Quantum Materials and Devices at the Physics Department of Lancaster University. He joined Lancaster University in 2003 after working as a Research Scientist at Singapore Nanyang Technological University and the University of Glasgow. At Lancaster, he established the MBE Laboratory and has been leading the Semiconductor Quantum Materials and Devices research group. His primary research focuses on semiconductor nanostructures and physics: MBE growth of compound semiconductor materials including arsenide, antimonide, dilute nitride and nitrides Quantum structures including quantum dots, quantum rings, nanowires and superlattice Droplet epitaxy of unique quantum dots including GaAs/AlGaAs and GaSb/AlGaSb QDs Semiconductor nanowires and integration with silicon and 2D materials Fundamental studies using HRXRD, photoluminescence, and electroluminescence Advanced optoelectronic devices including VCSELs, Lasers, LEDs, and photodetectors Dr Zhuang's current work emphasizes epitaxy of semiconductor quantum materials for photonic devices and laser-based spectroscopic technology for medical sensors and gas monitoring. His recent publications show strong trends in infrared photodetectors, semiconductor nanowires, and applications in medical sensing (particularly non-invasive glucose monitoring) and environmental monitoring. Dr Zhuang maintains extensive national and international collaborations with institutions including Nottingham University, Surrey University, Warwick University, Shanghai Institute of Technical Physics CAS, and University of Electronic Science and Technology of China. He has established industrial partnerships with Cascade Technologies Emerson, Lumentum, Gas Sensing Solutions Ltd, and CST Global. He actively supervises PhD students and welcomes researchers for postdoctoral positions. His major research projects include Horizon Europe's COMPAS, Drone-based air pollution mapping (SNIFFIRDRONE), and various VCSEL-based spectroscopy projects for non-invasive glucose monitoring. Dr Zhuang hosts academic visitors from China, India, and Russia, and encourages international collaborations in semiconductor quantum materials research.
Dr. Amit Verma serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). His research focuses on advanced materials for semiconductor applications, with particular expertise in oxide materials and device fabrication. Research Focus: Dr. Verma's work primarily centers on materials growth for semiconductor device fabrication, characterization, and modeling. His research spans thin film growth, epitaxy, semiconductor device fabrication, electron transport phenomena, and oxide semiconductors. His expertise bridges fundamental materials science with practical electronic device applications. Research Trends: Analysis of Dr. Verma's publications reveals a consistent focus on complex oxide materials, particularly strontium titanate (SrTiO 3 ) and related compounds. His work explores electron transport mechanisms, ferroelectric properties, and device applications of these materials. The research demonstrates a progression from fundamental material characterization to practical device implementation, with significant contributions to understanding electron density modulation in oxide semiconductors. IIT (BHU) Varanasi Medal (2013) Outstanding Graduate Student Teacher Award , University of Notre Dame (2011) Academic Contributions: Dr. Verma teaches EE210 Tutorial (Microelectronics - I) and ESC201 Tutorial and Lab (Introduction to Electronics) at IIT Kanpur. His professional experience includes research positions at Cornell University (May 2015-June 2016) and NUSNNI, National University of Singapore (July 2016-November 2016). His educational background includes a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame (2015) with thesis on 'Modulating Extreme Electron Densities in Complex Oxides' under Dr. Debdeep Jena, and an Integrated M.Tech in Engineering Physics from IIT (BHU), Varanasi (2010).
Gunnar Malm is a full-time Professor and Deputy Head of Department at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His research focuses on semiconductors and spintronics (nano-electronics), with special emphasis on variability, noise, and fluctuations in electronic components, as well as electronics for extreme environments. He combines experimental work with large-scale computer simulations via KTH's PDC, national SNIC clusters, and Vienna University of Technology's VSC resources. Editor, IEEE Electron Device Letters (2017–present) Technical Program Committee, European Solid-State Device Research Conference (ESSDERC) His pedagogical research (TALE 2022) explores citation practices in thesis writing, and he coordinates multiple semiconductor component courses including Design of Nanosemiconductor Components (IH2657) and Simulation of Semiconductor Components (IH2653) . Malm's Noise and Fluctuations Lab investigates fundamental device physics for sustainable electronics development.
Christophe COUTEAU is an Associate Professor and Director of the Laboratory Light, nanomaterials & nanotechnologies (L2n) at the University of Technology of Troyes (UTT), part of CNRS EMR 7004. He holds a Doctorate in Physical Sciences (2005) and a Research Habilitation in Experimental Physics from Sorbonne University (2017). His career includes roles at Nanyang Technological University (Singapore), University of Waterloo (Canada), and University of Oxford (UK). Research focuses on quantum optics, nanophotonics, plasmonics, and quantum information technologies. Key projects include integrated quantum photonics, single photon sources, and metamaterials. He leads the L2n lab, involved in interdisciplinary nanotechnology research. Teaching activities span undergraduate and graduate levels, covering quantum mechanics, optics, and photonics. Over 30 peer-reviewed publications since 2005, with recent work on hybrid plasmonic systems and quantum nanodevices. Active in science communication through TEDx talks and public lectures on quantum computing.
Koen Vandewal is Full Professor and Chair of Physics at Hasselt University (Belgium), where he leads the Organic Optoelectronics research group. He obtained his PhD in Physics at Hasselt University in 2009, followed by postdoctoral positions at Linköping University (Sweden) and Stanford University (USA). Before joining Hasselt in 2018, he held an endowed professorship at TU Dresden (Germany). His research solves fundamental questions in organic, hybrid and molecular electronics for applications in devices like OLEDs, solar cells, and sensors. Key research themes include: Organic photovoltaic physics and material stability Light-matter interactions in optical microcavities Nanoscale assembly of donor-acceptor systems Advanced characterization of quantum dot photophysics Recent publications focus on overcoming efficiency limits in transparent photovoltaics, understanding excitonic disorder in organic semiconductors, and developing printed sustainable transistors. He has supervised numerous PhD students through the OOE research group.
Pegasus Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at University of Central Florida's College of Engineering and Computer Science. Director of the Secure CMOS Design and Reliability Laboratory and NSF MIST Center Site Director. Research focuses on semiconductor devices, neuromorphic computing, and AI applications in hardware security. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Florida (1988). Research spans semiconductor devices, analog/RF circuits, GaN power devices, and ultra-low power neural networks using emerging RRAM technologies. Current projects include NSF-funded work on multi-functional integrated systems and adversarial network defense. Awards include UCF's highest academic honor (Pegasus Professor) and multiple IEEE distinctions. Leads industry collaborations with Intersil, BRIDG, and Cyber Florida. Editor for IEEE Transactions on Device and Materials Reliability and Distinguished Lecturer for IEEE Electron Devices Society.
Dr. Arezoo Emadi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Windsor. She leads the electrical Micro and Nano Devices and Sensors (eMinds) Research Lab, focusing on MEMS-based smart sensor systems for biomedical, environmental, agricultural, and personal electronics applications. Her research spans MEMS sensors, bioMEMS, ultrasonic imaging, and microfabrication technologies . Education: Ph.D., University of Manitoba; Licentiate Degree, Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden). Affiliations: Senior Member of IEEE, Professional Engineer (PEng Ontario), and advisor for IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE). Her research interests emphasize MEMS transducers, chemical sensors, and e-nose systems . Key projects include developing next-generation sensors for medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and non-destructive testing. Collaborations with industry and academic partners drive applied innovations. Dr. Emadi has supervised numerous students, including PhD and MASc candidates, undergraduates, and international researchers. Her lab manages advanced fabrication processes and maintains state-of-the-art equipment for MEMS development. Awards: Senior Member, IEEE Professional Engineer (PEng) designation Her lab’s work has produced over 100 publications and patents, including recent advancements in QCM sensors and ultrasonic transduction systems. Current opportunities exist for graduate students and postdocs in MEMS design and sensor integration.
Dr. Patrick Schygulla is a Research Fellow at Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE in III-V Epitaxy and Material Development. His work advances high-efficiency multi-junction solar cell technologies through materials development and device optimization. Research emphasizes: Silicon-based tandem solar cell architectures Metalorganic vapor phase epitaxy of III-V compounds Optical design of photovoltaic layer stacks His contributions include setting efficiency records for wafer-bonded III-V//Si triple-junction solar cells (35.9%) and quadruple-junction concentrator cells (47.6%). Recent publications focus on luminescence coupling effects, sheet resistance optimization, and novel substrate engineering approaches for III-V materials.
Dr. Hongrong Hu is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Nanotechnology, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany, affiliated with the Electronic Devices and Systems research unit. Her work focuses on advancing printed memristive technologies for next-generation memory applications. Her research expertise spans: Memristive Devices and Resistive Random-Access Memory (ReRAM) Printed Electronics Fabrication (Inkjet/Laser Printing) Non-Volatile Memory Systems Metal-Oxide Semiconductor Materials High-Entropy Compounds for Memory Neuromorphic Computing Hardware Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals a strategic progression from fundamental device characterization (e.g., noise properties in printed transistors) toward sophisticated material engineering (high-entropy Prussian Blue analogs, metal-organic frameworks) and neuromorphic applications. Her work consistently bridges materials science, electrical engineering, and nanofabrication to solve scalability challenges in printed memory devices. Scientific recognition: No awards or fellowships documented in available sources Dr. Hu's academic mentoring and grant activities are not publicly detailed, though her collaborative publications suggest active participation in KIT's research ecosystem. She contributes to the Electronic Devices and Systems unit's mission of developing innovative electronic solutions through printed and flexible technologies for real-world applications.
Peter Blass is a Teaching Professor in the Chemistry Department at Bowling Green State University's College of Arts and Sciences. He joined the faculty in 2007 and holds a Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin and a B.S. from the University of Michigan. His office is located in the Physical Sciences Laboratory Building at 216 with contact number 419.372.9915. Education: Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin B.S., University of Michigan Dr. Blass specializes in surface chemistry and materials science with emphasis on thin film deposition techniques and semiconductor passivation mechanisms. His experimental work investigates chemical vapor deposition precursors, self-assembly of photoluminescent nanomaterials, and oxidation resistance properties of ultrathin silicon-based dielectric layers. Research methodologies prominently feature X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy for surface analysis in microelectronics contexts. His publication record from 1997-1999 reveals consistent focus on semiconductor interface engineering, particularly silicon nitride/oxynitride passivation layers and metal-organic precursors for tantalum film growth. These studies address critical challenges in microelectronics manufacturing including oxidation control, interfacial stability, and thin film adhesion properties through rigorous surface science approaches. No scientific awards are documented in the provided information. Details regarding graduate student mentorship, research grants, or collaborative projects are not specified in the available faculty profile.
