جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Hooman Mehdizadeh-Radمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Green Hydrogen
• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Solar Energy Technologies
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Dr. Hooman Mehdizadeh-Rad is a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering and Coordinator of the Master of Engineering program at Charles Darwin University's Faculty of Science and Technology. His research focuses on sustainable energy systems, green hydrogen, solar technologies (including organic and perovskite solar cells), thermal management, and building energy performance. He holds Chartered Engineer status and has received multiple awards, such as the 2023 Emerging Professional Engineer of the Year (Australia) and the 2022 Sir George Julius Medal. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy. Education: B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering; Ph.D. in designing thin film solar cells (Charles Darwin University). He teaches Mechanical Engineering and Project Management units and actively supervises postgraduate students. Notable projects include 'Developing local capacity to monitor urban innovation design' and 'Perovskite cell measurement and performance research.' Research interests span heat mitigation in tropical regions, solar energy integration, and advanced materials for energy systems. His recent publications analyze FRP durability, machine learning in material science, and perovskite solar cell optimization. Awards highlight his contributions to engineering innovation and teaching excellence.

Dong Houمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Energy Science
• Energy Storage Materials
• Electrochemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dong Hou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Clemson University, joining in January 2024. His research focuses on energy materials for electrochemical applications, advanced characterization techniques, and ceramics manufacturing. He holds a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University (2017) and a B.Eng. from Central South University, China (2013). Prior to Clemson, he served as a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (2022–2023), and conducted postdoctoral research at Virginia Tech (2019–2022) and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2018–2019). Research Interests : Dr. Hou’s work spans energy storage materials, electrochemistry, battery design, and advanced characterization methods such as synchrotron X-ray diffraction, neutron scattering, and machine learning-driven data analysis. His projects include optimizing Ni-rich layered cathodes, developing sustainable electrolytes, and studying phase transformations in energy materials. Key Contributions : His recent studies address thermal stability of battery materials, interfacial degradation in solid-state batteries, and cross-length-scale material dynamics. He employs cutting-edge techniques like in situ synchrotron measurements to uncover hidden mechanisms in energy systems. Labs & Collaborations : While no lab name is explicitly stated, his research aligns with Clemson’s Energy Materials and Engineering focus. Collaborations involve institutions like Virginia Tech and the Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource.

Jeffrey Dyckمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Thermoelectric Materials
• Photovoltaic Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey Dyck is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Engineering at John Carroll University (JCU). He holds a PhD from Case Western Reserve University (2000) and a B.A. from Goshen College. His research focuses on condensed matter physics, specifically low-temperature electrical and thermal transport properties of materials for energy applications like photovoltaics and thermoelectrics. He has secured funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and Research Corporation. Dr. Dyck teaches courses including Physics I, Advanced Laboratory, and Electricity & Magnetism Workshop. His experimental lab explores novel materials for energy optimization, with recent work on perovskite thin films and thermoelectric nanomaterials. He has published extensively on topics such as thermal conductivity of hybrid perovskites, Seebeck coefficient measurements, and diluted magnetic semiconductors. He serves as faculty sponsor for JCU’s Society of Physics Students and previously held roles in the Ohio-Region Section of the American Physical Society (OSAPS). His teaching innovations include integrating computational methods into the physics curriculum and developing advanced laboratory experiments. His research emphasizes nanostructured materials synthesized via bottom-up approaches, with an emphasis on improving energy efficiency through material optimization. Notable areas include the effects of methylammonium ions on phonon scattering and the thermal properties of zinc germanium nitride rods.

Benjamin Cottsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Clean Energy Materials
• Quantum Dots
• Organic Semiconductors
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Cotts is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Middlebury College. He teaches general, physical, and analytical chemistry courses and leads research focused on developing abundant and affordable clean energy materials to address climate change. His work combines experimental techniques with computational analysis to study emerging semiconductors like quantum dots and organic semiconductors. Education: Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry (University of California, Berkeley, 2016); B.A. in Chemistry (Carleton College, 2011) Professional Experience: Postdoctoral researcher at Stanford University (2016-2021); Presidential Management Fellow at the U.S. Department of Energy (2017-2018) His research explores charge transfer states in organic semiconductors and thermalization/trapping in quantum dots using time-resolved spectroscopies . He collaborates with national facilities like the Advanced Photon Source and SLAC MeV-UED for structural analysis of light-absorbing materials. The Cotts Lab employs Python-based data analysis to interpret photophysical behavior and optimize device efficiency. Current projects examine solid-state solvation effects on OLED emitters and investigate how microscale molecular arrangements influence device stability. Students in his lab gain hands-on experience with advanced instrumentation and data processing techniques.

Ikemefuna J. Ubaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Materials Science
• Reliability Engineering
• Integrated Photonics
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Dr. Ikemefuna J. Uba is Assistant Professor and Chair of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Hampton University's School of Engineering, Architecture and Aviation. Holding dual PhDs in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Howard University, 2019) and Condensed Matter Physics (Nnamdi Azikiwe University, 2015), his research spans materials science, semiconductor physics, and photonic device engineering. Education: Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Howard University, 2019 Ph.D., Condensed Matter Physics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, 2015 His expertise focuses on engineering electro-magneto and spin properties of semiconductors and composites for device applications, with particular emphasis on integrated photonics, LEDs, and biomedical systems. Prior to his faculty role, he served as a Research Assistant Professor in the Hampton-Brandeis PREM partnership program, developing materials for photonic applications. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications (2021-2023) center on photonic composites, waveguide analysis, and perovskite material characterization. Earlier work includes semiconductor reliability modeling (2013-2015) and foundational studies on magnetoresistance and superlattice transport (2011-2015). Technical Expertise: Materials synthesis, optical/electrical characterization, device failure analysis, and computational modeling of transport phenomena.

Beatriz Blanco Besteiroمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomedical Engineering
• Computational Modeling
• Tumor Dynamics
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Beatriz Blanco Besteiro is an Assistant Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela's Higher Polytechnic School of Engineering, affiliated with the Department of Electronics and Computing and the GSI Group (Intelligent Systems Group). Her research focuses on computational modeling of tumor dynamics, ultrasound therapeutics, and biomedical engineering applications. She also explores educational methodologies like project-based learning in engineering curricula. She holds a Doctorate from the University of Granada (2023), with a thesis titled Modeling avascular tumor dynamics and low-intensity ultrasound therapeutics , advised by Dr. Guillermo Rus Carlborg and Dr. Juan Manuel Melchor Rodríguez. Her work bridges computational science and medical applications, including mechanotransduction studies and nondestructive material testing via ultrasonics. Her recent articles analyze therapeutic ultrasound effects on cancer stem cells, plagiarism detection in programming assignments, and tumor growth mechanics. Research trends emphasize interdisciplinary approaches combining biophysics with computational tools for medical and educational challenges. Blanco Besteiro contributes to the GSI Group's efforts in intelligent systems and has designed innovative engineering curricula using project-based learning frameworks. While no awards are explicitly listed, her active publication record reflects sustained research engagement in biomedical and educational technology domains.

Chuang Dengمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Materials Science
• Metallurgy
• Nanostructures
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chuang Deng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Manitoba, part of the Price Faculty of Engineering. He holds a PhD in Materials Science from the University of Vermont and a BSc in Materials Physics from Fudan University. His research focuses on materials modeling and simulation, investigating processing-structure-property relationships in metallic materials, including grain boundaries, metallic glasses, and high entropy alloys. He leads the Laboratory of Nanoscale Materials and actively seeks graduate students for research in grain boundary dynamics and high-entropy steels. Dr. Deng's work spans atomic-scale simulations and machine learning to explore material behavior under various conditions. His current opportunities include two PhD positions for 2024 intake, emphasizing structural and thermodynamic studies of grain boundaries and high-entropy steel design. He has advised numerous students and collaborators, including postdocs and visiting scholars. His publications highlight contributions to understanding deformation mechanisms, grain boundary migration, and nanomaterials' mechanical properties. His research interests are reflected in recent publications on grain boundary stagnation, shear-coupled migration, and nanomaterials' energy absorption capabilities. Collaborations span institutions like the University of Pittsburgh and Zhejiang University. Dr. Deng teaches courses in materials science and engineering, including diffusion in solids and nanomaterials' physical properties.

Carter Hamiltonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Friction Stir Welding
• Solid-State Joining Technologies
• Material Microstructure Analysis
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Dr. Carter Hamilton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at Miami University. He holds a Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology (1997), with prior industry experience at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics and Universal Alloy Corporation. His research focuses on Friction Stir Welding (FSW), a solid-state joining technology critical to manufacturing. Dr. Hamilton’s work explores FSW applications in aluminum and magnesium alloys, emphasizing microstructural analysis, thermal modeling, and material behavior under varied conditions. Education: B.S. (1992), M.S. (1995), and Ph.D. (1997) in Materials/Metallurgical Engineering from Georgia Tech. He joined Miami University in 2005 after roles as Quality Manager/Plant Metallurgist and aerospace engineering practitioner. Research emphasizes FSW’s role in joining dissimilar materials, optimizing welding parameters, and understanding post-weld aging/thermal effects. Collaborations with institutions in Poland (e.g., AGH University of Science and Technology) are evident in co-authored studies on microstructure evolution and joint integrity. Teaching focuses on materials science, manufacturing processes, and statistical quality control. His publications span over two decades, addressing topics like FSW of Mg-Al alloy combinations, powder bed fusion quality control, and machine learning in additive manufacturing.

Priyanka Agrawalمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Additive Manufacturing
• High Entropy Alloys
• Titanium Alloys
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Priyanka Agrawal is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of North Texas. Her research specializes in advanced manufacturing techniques including laser powder bed fusion, additive friction stir deposition, and SolidStir extrusion, with emphasis on transformative alloys and radiation-resistant materials. Key research areas include: Additive manufacturing : laser powder bed fusion of high-entropy and titanium alloys, process-microstructure relationships Solid-state processing : friction stir deposition for metastable alloys and composite development Radiation materials science : ion irradiation effects on phase stability and self-healing mechanisms Mechanical behavior : dwell fatigue in titanium alloys, deformation mechanisms in TRIP/TWIP HEAs Recent publications reveal 80% focus on additive manufacturing and solid-state processing innovations, particularly friction stir technologies. Synchrotron characterization features in 20% of studies for in-situ deformation analysis. Research shows strong cross-cutting themes: 40% address irradiation effects or extreme environment performance, while 60% explore metastable alloy systems with transformation-induced properties.

Cormac O'Raifeartaighمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• History and Philosophy of Physics
• 20th Century Science
• Cosmology
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Dr. Cormac O'Raifeartaigh is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Science at SETU (formerly Waterford Institute of Technology). He holds a BSc from University College Dublin (UCD) and a PhD from Trinity College Dublin (TCD). His research focuses on the history and philosophy of 20th-century physics, particularly the development of the Standard Model and Big Bang cosmology. Notably, he discovered that Einstein once proposed a 'steady-state' cosmological model. External Roles & Awards: Visiting Associate Professor at UCD since 2016 Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and Institute of Physics Science Ambassador for Discover Science and Engineering Ireland Research Interests: History of cosmology, Einstein's work, solid-state physics defects, and science communication. His discoveries on Einstein's cosmology have been featured in Nature , Scientific American , and The New York Times . Communication & Outreach: Author of the science blog Antimatter , monthly columnist for The Irish Times , and frequent media contributor (RTE TV/Radio, Newstalk). Former Chair of RAW public debates at Science Gallery Dublin. Recent Articles: Focus on Einstein's cosmological models, historical analysis of relativity, and debates over scientific terminology (e.g., Hubble's Law). Over 50 publications since 1993, with recent work emphasizing interdisciplinary connections between physics and philosophy.

• Materials Science
• Geochemistry
• Mineral Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Renelle Dubosq is a Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials, affiliated with the Department of Microstructure Physics and Alloy Design. Her research focuses on advancing nanoscale analysis techniques, particularly atom probe tomography, to study deformation mechanisms in minerals, fluid inclusion behavior, and geochemical processes. She explores topics such as high-pressure metamorphic systems, cryogenic material behavior, and crystal plasticity in geological materials. Her work integrates experimental methods with computational modeling to understand microstructural evolution in minerals like garnet, mica, and pyrite under extreme conditions. Key themes include trace element mobility during deformation, the role of fluid inclusions in material hardening, and the application of correlative microscopy in nanogeology. Recent studies highlight her contributions to understanding deformation-induced chemical changes in white mica, the coherent solvus of alkali feldspar, and the mechanics of water ice at cryogenic temperatures. Her research bridges materials science and geology, offering insights into Earth's structural and chemical dynamics at the nanoscale. Dr. Dubosq has published extensively on atom probe tomography applications, metamorphic processes, and nanomechanical testing. No scientific awards are listed, but her work is recognized for its technical innovation and interdisciplinary approach.

• Materials Science
• Semiconductor Physics
• Nanotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Huixin (Helen) Xiu is an Associate Professor at the School of Materials and Chemistry, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, China. She concurrently serves as a visiting scholar at the NG group, Max-Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials. Her research focuses on semiconductor materials, optoelectronics, and nanotechnology, with an emphasis on degradation mechanisms in GaN-based devices and advanced materials characterization techniques like atom probe tomography. She holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (UK) and completed postdoctoral research at the National Institute for Materials Science (Japan). Education: PhD, University of Cambridge, UK (2004-2009) Bachelor and Master, University of Science and Technology Beijing, China (2001-2004) Research interests include semiconductor device reliability, nanomaterials for photocatalysis, and sustainable materials engineering. Her work spans atom-scale analysis of defects, optoelectronic device optimization, and environmental applications of advanced materials. Her publications highlight advancements in GaN laser diodes, graphene-based composites, and hydrogen evolution catalysts. She has contributed to understanding stacking fault impacts, Mg cluster formation in lasers, and synergistic effects in photocatalytic systems. Labs/Teams: Member of the Nanoanalytics and Interfaces research group at her university and collaborates with the NG group at Max-Planck Institute.

• Experimental Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Materials
• Device Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prosper Ngabonziza is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Louisiana State University's College of Science. His research focuses on quantum materials and heterostructures, with expertise in experimental condensed matter physics, oxide electronics, and nanoscale device fabrication. He received his BSc from the University of Rwanda, a postgraduate diploma from AIMS/University of Cape Town, and an MSc from the University of Johannesburg before completing his PhD at the University of Twente in 2016. His research interests include: Correlated electron systems in ruthenates Topological quantum materials for thermoelectric applications Complex oxide heterostructures for transparent electronics and clean energy Quantum transport phenomena in nanoscale devices His recent publications (2018-2023) predominantly explore oxide heterostructures, topological insulators, and quantum transport measurements, with emerging focus on African scientific infrastructure development. Technical approaches frequently combine thin-film epitaxy, advanced spectroscopy, and quantum transport characterization. Awards and recognition include: S2A3 Bronze Medal for best MSc dissertation in South Africa (2013) Fellowship in Rwanda Academy of Science (2019) Membership in Global Young Academy (2020-2025) Former Co-Chair of Global Young Academy He contributes significantly to pan-African scientific initiatives as Deputy Chair of the African Light Source Foundation Executive Committee, working to establish synchrotron capabilities on the continent.

• Semiconductor Physics
• Photovoltaic Technology
• Laser Diode Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Martin Krejci serves as Professor and Head of the Physics group at the Institute of Mathematics and Natural Sciences within FHNW's School of Engineering and Environment. With industry experience at II-VI Laser Enterprise AG and academic credentials from ETH Zurich, he leads research in semiconductor technologies while teaching courses in thermodynamics, electromagnetism, acoustics, and experimental physics for engineering students. Krejci's research integrates fundamental physics with industrial applications in: High-power laser diode development Thin-film photovoltaic systems Semiconductor reliability engineering Accelerated life testing methodologies Multiphysics modeling of optoelectronic devices His publications (1997-2013) represent two research phases: Early career: Thin-film solar cell innovations including flexible CIGS technology and heteroepitaxial growth (1997-1999) Industry-academia transition: High-power laser development addressing thermal management, reliability, and miniaturization (2009-2013) Work consistently focuses on materials physics, structural characterization, and performance optimization of semiconductor devices. Krejci coordinates the Physics Laboratory for Energy and Environmental Engineers, overseeing experimental training and applied research projects. His industry collaborations bridge academic research with commercial applications in photonics and renewable energy.

Arash Yavariمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nonlinear Elasticity
• Geometric Mechanics
• Computational Mechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Arash Yavari is a Professor at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology. He holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Sharif University of Technology (1997), M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from The George Washington University (2000), and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Applied Mechanics) with a minor in Mathematics from Caltech (2005). His research focuses on geometric mechanics, nonlinear elasticity, and discrete mechanics of crystalline solids with defects. He is a Fellow of the Society of Engineering Science and a member of the American Academy of Mechanics. Research Interests: Systematic theories for defective crystals, bridging atomistic and continuum models. Applications of differential geometry, exterior calculus, and algebraic topology in mechanics. Accretion mechanics, nonlinear anelasticity, and transformation cloaking in elastic structures. His work addresses challenges in non-periodic systems, discrete boundary-value problems, and the geometric foundations of mechanics. Recent studies include optimal elastostatic cloaking and universal deformations in anisotropic materials. Awards and Recognition: Fellow of the Society of Engineering Science (2018). Member of the American Academy of Mechanics. Grants and Projects: Included collaborations like the NSF-funded "Mechanics of Growing Bodies: A Riemannian Geometric Approach" (2011), focusing on geometric modeling of growth and accretion. Ongoing research explores cloaking structures and defect mechanics in nanomaterials.