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Kitsopoulos Theofanisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Photodissociation Dynamics
• Surface Chemistry
• Ion Imaging
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kitsopoulos Theofanis is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Crete. He holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California at Berkeley (1991) and has been affiliated with the university since 1993, progressing from Assistant to Professor by 2007. His research spans molecular photodissociation, surface reaction kinetics, and interdisciplinary applications in medical spectroscopy. He collaborates with institutions like the Max Planck Institute of Biophysical Chemistry. Education: B.Sc. (1986) - University of Illinois at Chicago Ph.D. (1991) - University of California at Berkeley His scientific interests include photodissociation dynamics of molecules and clusters, ion imaging , and velocity mapping . His team developed the Slice Imaging method for quantum angular momentum measurements and extended its use to molecular electronics , dye-sensitized photovoltaics , and laser-based keratoconus treatment . Since 2013, he has pioneered surface reaction kinetics methods, notably revealing the true mechanism of CO oxidation on Pt(111)/(332) in a Nature publication. The 15 most recent articles (2025-2021) show a focus on surface reaction mechanisms , quantum effects , and adsorbate interactions . Key trends include velocity-resolved kinetics, ion imaging advancements, and heterogeneous catalysis studies for industrial applications (e.g., Ostwald process, hydrogen oxidation). Collaborative work with institutions like the Max Planck Institute dominates recent publications. His laboratory (IT/ITE) at the University of Crete employs ion imaging and velocity mapping to study elementary chemical reactions on surfaces. He has authored high-impact studies in journals like Nature , J. Chem. Phys. , and Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys. , with a 2018 Nature paper on CO oxidation kinetics.

Kitsopoulos Theofanisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Dynamics
• Photodissociation Dynamics
• Ion and Electron Imaging
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Kitsopoulos Theofanis is a Professor at the University of Crete and a Research Associate at the Institute of Electronic Structure and Lasers (IESL-FORTH), Greece, holding an adjunct professorship at the Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences in Göttingen, Germany. He earned a BSc in Chemistry (Highest Honors, 1986) from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a PhD in Physical Chemistry/Chemical Physics (1991) from the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on chemical dynamics, photodissociation, ion/electron imaging, and heterogeneous catalysis. He pioneered Slice Imaging and has contributed to advancing techniques for studying surface reactions. His work includes seminal studies on carbon monoxide oxidation on platinum surfaces and novel imaging applications in ophthalmology and photovoltaics. He leads a research group at the Max Planck Institute investigating surface chemical kinetics. Awards include the Humboldt Foundation Research Award (2012) and Bodossaki Science Award (2003). His research spans fundamental surface chemistry, catalysis, and interdisciplinary applications. Research interests emphasize experimental and theoretical methods to probe molecular-level reaction mechanisms. His team’s innovations in imaging techniques enable high-resolution analysis of reaction dynamics, including velocity-resolved kinetics and surface processes. Key achievements include demonstrating imaging methods for heterogeneous catalysis and advancing laser-based ophthalmological treatments. His work bridges chemical physics with materials science, impacting both foundational research and applied technologies.

Iosif Galanakisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Magnetic Materials
• Spintronics
• Heusler Alloys
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Iosif Galanakis is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science at the Faculty of Sciences, University of Patras, Greece, where he has been a faculty member since 2006. He currently serves as Deputy President of the Department (since 2020) and coordinator of the Department's Research and Management Committee (since 2018), demonstrating active administrative leadership within the institution. His educational background includes: B.Sc. in Physics, University of Athens, 1996 M.Sc., University of Rennes I, France, 1997 Ph.D. in Physics, Louis Pasteur University of Strasbourg, France, 2000 Professor Galanakis's research centers on computational materials science with emphasis on magnetic materials and spintronics . His work employs first-principles calculations to investigate electronic structures of Heusler alloys, particularly focusing on spin-gapless semiconductors and half-metallic systems for next-generation magnetoelectronic devices. He explores nanophase and microphase materials to engineer tailored magnetic properties through atomic-level design. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a dominant focus on Heusler compounds (80% of articles), with recurring themes including spin-gapless semiconductivity (47%), magnetic interactions (33%), and first-principles methodology development (27%). His work consistently bridges theoretical computation with practical device applications, particularly in spintronic materials design where electronic correlations and structural properties determine functionality. Professor Galanakis has served as scientific director for three research programs and is currently a member of the management committee for the COST action "EU-MACE" (2023-2027). He actively reviews for over 30 scientific journals and has evaluated numerous national and international research proposals, contributing significantly to the scholarly infrastructure of materials science. As a member of the "Advisory Board of Editors" for Elsevier's Computational Condensed Matter journal and through his extensive invited talks, he maintains strong engagement with the global research community while advancing computational methodologies for magnetic materials discovery.

Ioannis Remediakisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electronic Structure Theory
• Nano-Chemistry
• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ioannis Remediakis is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Materials Science and Technology, University of Crete, with a research focus on electronic structure theory and first-principles simulations of low-dimensional materials. His work bridges quantum mechanics and macroscopic properties, targeting applications in nano-chemistry (e.g., metal nanoparticles, heterogeneous catalysis) and nano-physics (e.g., 2D semiconductors, nanostructured solids). He is affiliated with the Institute for Electronic Structure and Laser at FORTH, enhancing his interdisciplinary collaboration. Education: B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Crete (1997, 1998, 2002), with Ph.D. research conducted at Harvard University. Affiliations: University of Ioannina, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), University of Crete (since 2008), FORTH. Research Themes: Surface and edge energetics, catalytic mechanisms, stability of 2D materials, and machine learning for nanoparticle morphology. His recent publications highlight trends in perovskite sensors, high-entropy alloys, transition metal dichalcogenides, and polymer nanocomposites. These works emphasize computational modeling, environmental applications, and energy-related materials. Despite no explicit scientific awards listed, his extensive publication record underscores significant contributions to materials science and nanotechnology.

Athanasios Tsekourasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Physical Chemistry
• Pharmacokinetics
• Surface Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Athanasios Tsekouras is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, specializing in Physical Chemistry. His research focuses on interfacial phenomena, material science, and pharmacokinetics, with notable contributions to understanding polarization in organic thin films, drug bioavailability, and surface reaction dynamics. His academic career includes pioneering work on cryogenic water ice properties and proton transport mechanisms. Key research areas involve experimental and computational approaches to study molecular interactions at surfaces, including fractal kinetics modeling of airborne transmission and basis set superposition errors in quantum calculations. Expertise in thin film deposition techniques and ion beam analysis Development of novel methods for evaluating drug absorption and bioequivalence Investigation of ferroelectric behaviors in unconventional materials like water ice Publications span over three decades, with recent emphasis on re-evaluating pharmacokinetic concepts and interdisciplinary applications of fractal kinetics. His work bridges chemistry, physics, and materials science, addressing both fundamental and applied research questions.

Lymperakis Liveriosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Materials Science
• Nanomaterials
• Semiconductor Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Lymperakis Liverios is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physics, University of Crete , and an Associated Researcher at IESL-FORTH. He holds a BSc (1997) and MSc (2000) in Physics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and a PhD (2005) from Universität Paderborn. His research focuses on computational materials design , with expertise in first-principles calculations and multiscale modeling of semiconductor surfaces, epitaxial growth, nanomaterials (2D/1D), and defects in structural materials. Career Highlights : 2005–2022: Group Leader (Microstructure and Growth Modelling) at Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung, Düsseldorf 2011: Research Associate at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki 2022–present: Associate Professor, University of Crete Research Interests include: Epitaxial growth of compound semiconductors (e.g., III-nitrides) Nanostructured materials for optoelectronics and power electronics Defect engineering in nanomaterials (dislocations, grain boundaries) Computational methods for bio-inspired and structural materials Advising & Grants : No listed advisees; leadership roles in Max-Planck research groups indicate significant collaborative projects. Current affiliation with IESL-FORTH suggests involvement in national/international initiatives. Labs/Teams : Affiliated with the Department of Physics (University of Crete) and former leadership of the Growth Modelling group at MPIE, Düsseldorf.

• First-Principles Calculations
• Semiconductor Surfaces
• Epitaxial Growth
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Liverios Lymperakis is an Associate Professor in the Physics Department at the University of Crete. He earned his BSc (1997) and MSc (2000) in Physics from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and PhD from Universität Paderborn (2005) for work at Max Planck Institute. His career includes leadership roles at Max Planck Institutes in Berlin and Düsseldorf (2000-2022) before joining University of Crete in 2022. Research develops first-principles methodologies for nanoscale materials design with emphases on: Surfaces and epitaxial growth of compound semiconductors Quantum wells and nanostructures Extended defects and grain boundaries Computational materials discovery Publications showcase advancements in computational materials science, particularly ab initio modeling of III-Nitride surfaces, defect energetics, and growth mechanisms. Recent work focuses on dislocation physics, surface passivation schemes, and machine learning interatomic potentials for predicting mechanical properties.