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Kyle McCallمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Materials Science and Engineering
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Physics
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Kyle McCall is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Texas at Dallas, within the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science. He holds a PhD in Applied Physics from Northwestern University (2019) and a B.S. in Physics and Mathematics from the University of Notre Dame (2014). He served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at ETH Zurich, Switzerland, from 2019 to 2021. Research Interests: Dr. McCall's research lies at the intersection of materials science, chemistry, and physics, focusing on the synthesis and characterization of complex semiconductors for energy and radiation detection applications. His group employs a materials-by-design approach to develop novel functional optoelectronic materials, particularly halide perovskites and related compounds. Key areas include crystal growth (via Bridgman method), X-ray crystallography, and the development of materials for solar cells, light-emitting devices, X-ray photodetectors, and neutron/gamma-ray scintillators. Publication Trends: His recent publications (all from 2021) highlight a strong focus on halide perovskite materials for radiation detection and optoelectronics. Themes include room-temperature gamma-ray detection, neutron imaging using luminescent materials, structural instabilities in perovskites, and optical behavior tuning via cation engineering. The work combines fundamental structure-property studies with device-relevant performance metrics. Scientific Awards and Memberships: Member, American Chemical Society (ACS) Member, Materials Research Society (MRS) Advising and Grants: As a tenure-track faculty member, Dr. McCall leads the McCall Research Group at UT Dallas, mentoring students in interdisciplinary materials research. He was part of the 2021 cohort of new tenured/tenure-track faculty at UT Dallas. While specific grants are not listed, his research program is clearly supported by institutional funding and infrastructure, including crystal growth and characterization facilities. Laboratories and Teams: He founded the crystal growth component of the ETH+ SynMatLab facility during his postdoc at ETH Zurich. At UT Dallas, he leads his own research group focused on materials chemistry and functional device integration, continuing his work on single crystal growth and optoelectronic characterization.

Hongxing Jiangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Semiconductors
• Photonics
• Optoelectronics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hongxing Jiang is a Professor at the Whitacre College of Engineering, Texas Tech University, affiliated with the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. He holds the Edward E. Whitacre Jr. Chair and co-directs the Center for Nanophotonics. PhD in Physics, Syracuse University (1986) MS in Physics, Syracuse University (1983) BS in Physics, Fudan University (1981) His research focuses on III-Nitride semiconductors (BN, AlN, GaN, InN) for optoelectronics , photonics , and radiation detection . Key areas include solid-state lighting , energy-conversion devices , MOCVD growth , and micro-emitter arrays . Recent publications highlight advancements in h-BN quasi-bulk crystals , fast neutron detectors , and wide bandgap materials . Themes span crystal growth optimization , doping techniques , and optical characterization . National Academy of Inventors Fellow (2018) American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow (2016) International Society for Optics and Photonics Fellow (2015) Optica Fellow (2014) American Physical Society Fellow (2010) China-U.S. Physics Examination and Application Fellow (1981) As co-director of the Center for Nanophotonics, Jiang leads research in semiconductor materials for high-energy lasers and neutron detection , emphasizing scalable growth methods like hydride vapor-phase epitaxy .

• Numerical Relativity
• Gravitational Wave Astronomy
• Black Hole Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Harald Pfeiffer is a Professor at the University of Potsdam and Group Leader in the Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity department at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam. His research focuses on numerical relativity and gravitational wave astrophysics, particularly simulations of black hole and neutron star mergers to interpret observations from detectors like LIGO and Virgo. He holds a PhD from Cornell University and has held academic roles at the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (2009–2017). Notably, he was elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society in 2023 for his contributions to numerical relativity. His expertise includes developing computational tools to solve Einstein’s equations on supercomputers and analyzing gravitational wave data. Key interests include understanding spacetime behavior during mergers, improving waveform models, and preparing for future detectors like LISA. He collaborates extensively with international initiatives such as the LIGO Scientific Collaboration. Selected Awards: Fellow of the American Physical Society (2023) Research and Grants: His work bridges theoretical advances and observational data, contributing to waveform catalogs and detector sensitivity improvements. He leads a team advancing numerical relativity techniques for next-generation gravitational wave astronomy. Labs/Teams: Leads the Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity group at the Max Planck Institute, fostering interdisciplinary research in gravitational wave science.

Amir Bahadoriمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Radiation Protection
• Radiation Transport
• Radiation Dosimetry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amir Bahadori serves as Professor and Nuclear Engineering Program Director in the Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering at Kansas State University's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, holding the Hal and Mary Siegele Professorship in Engineering. He directs the Radiological Engineering Analysis Laboratory (REAL) and established the Institute for Radiation Health Studies (IRHS) in 2024, focusing on radiation protection, space radiation environments, and radiation health effects. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, University of Florida (2012) M.S. in Nuclear Engineering Sciences, University of Florida (2010) B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics, Kansas State University (2008) Bahadori's research spans radiation transport modeling, dosimetry, and risk assessment with applications in space exploration, medical physics, and radiation epidemiology. He develops computational frameworks for radiation exposure scenarios and biological response prediction, emphasizing space radiation protection for Artemis missions and chronic exposure studies through the Million Person Study collaboration. Analysis of his recent publications reveals dominant themes in space radiation measurement (Artemis missions), radiation epidemiology (Million Person Study innovations), and advanced detection systems (miniaturized neutron spectrometers). His work increasingly integrates big data approaches for radiation risk assessment and electrostatic shielding concepts for deep-space exploration. His scientific recognition includes: NASA Graduate Student Research Fellowship (2009) Certified Health Physicist designation Big 12 faculty fellowship (2022-2023) NCRP council election (2024) Two USPTO patents Bahadori secures substantial research funding from NASA for space radiation instrumentation, Department of Energy projects via the Kansas City National Security Campus, and collaborative epidemiological studies. He mentors nuclear engineering graduate students while leading interdisciplinary teams developing radiation protection solutions for aerospace and medical applications. His laboratory infrastructure includes the REAL with Beocat high-performance computing resources, radiation detectors, and a 3D printer, plus the IRHS with a Precision X-ray XRad320 irradiator and radon chamber. These facilities support collaborations across K-State colleges and external organizations for radiation health effect studies.

• Experimental Gravity
• Astrophysical Signals
• Nuclear Physics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Reed Essick is an Assistant Professor at the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA), University of Toronto. His research focuses on experimental gravity, astrophysical signals, and nuclear physics, with particular emphasis on neutron stars, black holes, and gravitational waves. He develops advanced statistical methods like hierarchical Bayesian inference and nonparametric analysis for interpreting observational data from pulsars and gravitational wave detectors. Dr. Essick collaborates extensively with international observatories such as LIGO, Virgo, and KAGRA, contributing to cutting-edge projects like multimessenger astronomy and precision cosmology. His work bridges computational astrophysics with observational techniques, addressing fundamental questions about dense matter and strong-field gravity. Key contributions include studies on gravitational wave equation-of-state constraints, pulsar timing analysis, and the application of machine learning to detector data. His research leverages both ground-based interferometers and space-based observations to explore extreme astrophysical environments.

Michael Kramerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pulsars
• Neutron Stars
• Gravitational Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Michael Kramer is a Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Manchester and a Scientific Member (Managing Director) at the Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy. He leads the COMPACT Research Group and specializes in radio astronomical fundamental physics. University of Manchester: Professor for Astrophysics Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy: Managing Director, Radio Astronomical Fundamental Physics Research Interests: Dr. Kramer focuses on pulsars , neutron stars , and gravitational physics , using these as tools to test general relativity , detect gravitational waves , and study transients in the Milky Way. Recent Research Trends: His 15 most recent publications emphasize fast radio bursts (FRBs) , axion dark matter searches , black hole imaging , and pulsar timing arrays for gravitational wave detection. Studies include the M87 jet, Galactic Center magnetars, and MeerKAT telescope optimizations.

Emmanuel Fonsecaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Radio Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Neutron Stars
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emmanuel Fonseca is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at West Virginia University (WVU), joining in Fall 2021. Previously, he was a postdoctoral researcher at McGill University (2016–2021) and completed his Ph.D. in Astronomy at the University of British Columbia (2016). His research focuses on radio astronomy, particularly pulsars and fast radio bursts (FRBs), leveraging facilities like CHIME, the Green Bank Telescope, and NANOGrav. He specializes in using pulsars as laboratories for testing fundamental physics and detecting gravitational waves via pulsar timing arrays. Education: Ph.D. in Astronomy, University of British Columbia (2016) M.Sc. in Astronomy, University of British Columbia (2012) B.Sc. in Physics and Astronomy, Pennsylvania State University (2010) Research Interests: Emmanuel’s work spans three key areas: Compact Objects: Investigating neutron stars and extreme environments using pulsar binaries and relativistic dynamics. CHIME Pulsar/FRB Science: Developing instrumentation and analyzing data from the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment to study FRBs and pulsars. Gravitational Waves: Contributing to NANOGrav’s efforts to detect nanohertz gravitational waves via millisecond pulsar timing arrays. Collaborations: He is a core member of NANOGrav and instrumental in maintaining CHIME’s pulsar and FRB backend systems. His work bridges hardware/software development with observational astronomy. Labs/Teams: Involved with the CHIME/FRB Collaboration and the NANOGrav Collaboration, advancing both observational infrastructure and theoretical astrophysics.

• Glass Science
• Optical Materials
• Radiation Shielding
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Manuela Reben serves as a Professor at AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków, Poland, within the Faculty of Materials Science and Ceramics. Her primary appointment is in the Department of Glass Technology and Amorphous Coatings, with office space in building A-3, room 222. She holds the significant administrative role of Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Cooperation and participates in multiple governance bodies including the Chemical Engineering Discipline Council, Faculty College, University Senate, and Senate Committee on Science. Her research centers on advanced glass systems with specialization in optical materials , radiation shielding composites , and waste glass valorization . Key investigations include structural characterization of rare earth-doped tellurite and phosphate glasses, development of novel compositions for photonic applications, and utilization of industrial glass wastes in sustainable construction materials. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical engineering solutions for laser technology, nuclear shielding, and eco-friendly building products. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2025) reveals dominant research trajectories in three interconnected domains: (1) Engineering phosphate/tellurite glass matrices doped with rare earth ions for broadband optical amplifiers and laser gain media; (2) Developing radiation-shielding glasses with optimized attenuation properties for medical and nuclear applications; (3) Transforming industrial glass wastes into functional construction materials through sintering process optimization. These efforts demonstrate consistent innovation in glass composition design and property tailoring. Scientific awards: No awards documented in available sources. Advising activities and research grants are not specified in current documentation, though her leadership roles suggest significant mentorship responsibilities. Her departmental affiliation indicates active participation in collaborative research teams focused on glass technology and amorphous materials development.

• Astrophysics
• Radio Pulsars
• Neutron Stars
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Benjamin Stappers is a Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Manchester's Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics within the School of Physics and Astronomy. His research focuses on radio pulsars, neutron stars, and rapid radio transients. He is part of the European Pulsar Timing Array (EPTA) and International Pulsar Timing Array (IPTA), which aim to detect nanohertz gravitational waves from early universe processes. He co-leads the transients project for LOFAR and heads the pulsar science group for the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). Research interests include using pulsars as probes of gravity and the interstellar medium, and expanding pulsar population studies via LOFAR surveys. His work involves hardware/software development for radio astronomy data analysis. Publications focus on pulsar timing, transients, and gravitational wave detection, with recent work exploring millisecond pulsars and radio transients. Awards include contributions to the Square Kilometre Array's development.

• Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Radio Astronomy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Adam Deller is a Professor at Swinburne University of Technology, affiliated with the School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies. His academic journey includes a BSc, BE (1st class honours), and PhD in Astrophysics from Swinburne. He specializes in radio interferometry, neutron star physics, fast radio bursts (FRBs), and space domain awareness. His research focuses on compact objects like pulsars and black holes, using radio telescopes for high-resolution imaging. He co-founded Fourier Space Pty Ltd, developing signal processing solutions for radio astronomy and space industries. **Research Interests**: Radio interferometry instrumentation, neutron star magnetospheres, FRB localization and cosmological applications, and space domain awareness through radio observations. **Awards**: Includes the Pawsey Medal (2020), Newcombe Cleveland Prize (2022), and multiple grants from ARC and industry partners. His grants focus on SKA pulsar timing, FRB studies, and gravitational wave astronomy collaborations. **Teaching**: Teaches Computational Astrophysics, emphasizing numerical simulations for astrophysical problems. **Grants & Collaborations**: Key roles in ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery, SKA pulsar timing projects, and international telescope collaborations like ASKAP and VLBI networks.

James McKeeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Radio Astronomy
• Pulsars
• Gravitational Waves
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James McKee is an Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Union College in Schenectady, NY, specializing in radio astronomy of neutron stars and pulsar timing for gravitational wave detection since 2024. His work leverages international telescope networks to study extreme cosmic phenomena. Education: B.Sc. in Physics with Astrophysics, University of Hull (2010-2013) Ph.D. in Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Manchester (2013-2017) Dr. McKee's research centers on pulsar timing arrays to detect nanohertz gravitational waves from supermassive black hole binaries, using pulsars as cosmic clocks. He investigates interstellar medium turbulence through radio signal dispersion and scattering, and explores connections between giant pulses in pulsars and fast radio bursts . His methodology combines decades-long observational data with advanced scintillometry techniques. His 2022 study on pulsar B1133+16 demonstrates his innovative approach, using 34 years of Arecibo data to map six discrete interstellar scattering screens within 372 parsecs, achieving sub-parsec precision for structures as close as 5.46 parsecs from Earth. Dr. McKee actively engages in public outreach through talks at events like WOMAD Music Festival 2024 and media appearances including BBC Radio Humberside. He secured University of Manchester Library funding to digitize 50 years of Jodrell Bank Observatory logbooks and consulted for the award-winning Moscow Planetarium documentary Colorful Universe . He collaborates with major international consortia: North American Nanohertz Observatory for Gravitational Waves (NANOGrav), Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME), New Extension in Nançay Upgrading LOFAR (NenuFAR), European Pulsar Timing Array (EPTA), and International Pulsar Timing Array (IPTA).

• Nuclear Reactor Safety
• Thermal-Hydraulics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Satya Prakash Saraswat is a Postdoctoral Researcher at KTH Royal Institute of Technology's Nuclear Science and Engineering Unit in Stockholm, Sweden. He holds a Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, with expertise in thermal-hydraulics, nuclear reactor safety, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and system code development. His work spans fission and fusion reactor analysis, including contributions to the VALIDATIO project (University of Pisa) for fusion safety tools and the ATLAS project (Khalifa University) for advanced reactor safety enhancements. Research interests focus on computational modeling, AI integration in nuclear safety, and experimental validation of safety systems. He has developed skills in both experimental and numerical techniques, addressing challenges in multiphase flow, reactor core dynamics, and material compatibility. Key projects include validation of ASYST and SIMMER codes for condensation phenomena and lead-lithium interaction studies. Publications highlight advancements in burn-up wave characterization, code stability analysis (RELAP5/SIMMER), and thermal-hydraulic safety assessments for reactors like ESBWR and ITER systems. His work emphasizes enhancing safety tools through rigorous validation and innovative methodologies.

Stephen Eikenberryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Astrophysics
• Gravitational Waves
• Black Holes
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Stephen Eikenberry is a Professor of Optics & Photonics Physics at CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics, University of Central Florida. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Astronomy from Harvard University (1997), a Sherman Fairchild Postdoctoral Prize Fellowship at Caltech, and prior tenured roles at Cornell University and the University of Florida. His research focuses on black holes, neutron stars, gravitational waves, and astronomical instrumentation, with applications in biomedical imaging and spectroscopy. Key professional milestones include the 2016 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (as part of the LIGO Science Consortium), the NSF CAREER Award (2000), and multiple University of Florida Research Foundation Professorships. He has designed advanced optical instruments and contributed to LIGO's gravitational wave discoveries. Eikenberry's research group explores astrophotonics, dark energy, and extrasolar planets. His recent work includes analyzing gravitational wave data from LIGO/Virgo and developing lunar occultation missions. He advises multiple graduate students and collaborates on international projects like the PolyOculus Array (OPA!). Education: Ph.D. in Astronomy, Harvard University (1997) Postdoctoral Fellowship at Caltech (Sherman Fairchild Prize) Awards: Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (2016) Gruber Prize for Cosmology (2016) UK Royal Astronomical Society Team Achievement Award (2016) His publications emphasize gravitational wave astronomy, cosmology, and instrument design. He has pioneered methods to constrain cosmic expansion using gravitational wave 'standard sirens' and studies correlations between fast radio bursts and gravitational wave events.

• Radio Astronomy
• Gravitational Wave Astronomy
• Transient Astrophysics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Tara Murphy serves as the Head of School of Physics at the University of Sydney and is a Chief Investigator in the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery. Her leadership position within one of Australia's premier academic institutions places her at the forefront of astronomical research and academic administration in the field of physics. Professor Murphy's research focuses on extreme astronomical objects that change rapidly on human timescales, specifically in the domain of radio transients. She leads the Variables and Slow Transients (VAST) project on the Australian SKA Pathfinder Telescope, where her team aims to detect radio emission from distant explosive events such as supernovae and gamma-ray bursts, as well as objects in our local neighborhood like flaring stars and potentially exoplanets. Her work aligns with the Faculty of Science Research Strengths in Understanding the Universe, Fundamental Laws of Nature, Earth and Space Exploration and Technologies, and Data and Decisions. She has pioneered radio follow-up of gravitational wave events detected by LIGO, achieving the first detection of radio emission from a binary neutron star merger GW170817. Analysis of Professor Murphy's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on radio transient phenomena, gravitational wave follow-up observations, and the development of survey techniques using the Australian SKA Pathfinder (ASKAP). Her work spans multiple astronomical subfields including pulsar astronomy, tidal disruption events, fast radio bursts, and gamma-ray burst afterglows. The VAST survey and RACS (Rapid ASKAP Continuum Survey) projects form the backbone of her observational work, with numerous publications detailing discoveries of new radio transients, pulsars, and other variable phenomena. Professor Murphy actively mentors the next generation of astronomers, currently supervising multiple PhD students including Ashna GULATI, Qichen HUANG, Mali LAND-STRYKOWSKI, Joshua LEE, Vasudev MITTAL, Oliver OAYDA, Kovi ROSE, and Kavya SHAJI. Her students work on diverse projects ranging from radio follow-up of gravitational wave events to testing the cosmological principle and searching for unusual radio transients. Her research program is closely tied to major astronomical facilities including the Australian SKA Pathfinder telescope and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery. Through her leadership of the VAST project and Australian efforts in gravitational wave follow-up, she has established a significant research team focused on time-domain radio astronomy, contributing substantially to our understanding of the dynamic radio sky.

Sinead O'Keeffeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Radiation Dosimetry
• Optical Fiber Sensors
• Brachytherapy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sinead O'Keeffe is a Research Fellow at the University of Limerick in the Faculty of Science and Engineering , specifically within the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering . Her research bridges the technical domain of optical fiber sensor development with critical applications in radiation therapy and sports medicine. Primary Research Themes Medical radiation dosimetry using optical fiber sensors Brachytherapy dose monitoring systems Sports injury prevention in Gaelic football and running Mental health literacy in rural farming communities Key Technical Contributions Development of scintillation-based dosimeters Characterization of perfluorinated polymer fibers 3D printed sensor systems for clinical and rehabilitation applications Interdisciplinary Applications Prostate cancer radiotherapy dose measurement Mental health intervention programs for athletes Work-family conflict analysis in Irish farming Email: sinead.okeeffe@ul.ie