جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Density Functional Theory
• Quantum Chemistry
• Solar Cells
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Matteo Cagnoni is a Researcher at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) of Politecnico di Torino . His research focuses on Density Functional Theory , Quantum Chemistry , and Thermoelectric Materials for Solar Cells . He is actively involved in the European Union’s MIRACLE project , developing photonic meta-concrete for radiative cooling solutions. Research Interests: Development of cement-based radiative coolers for solar cell thermal management Computational discovery of intermediate-band solar cell materials Electronic properties of semiconductors and insulators Teaching: Electronic transport in crystalline and organic semiconductors Advanced experimental physics Scientific Contributions: Matteo has published extensively on radiative cooling, perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells, and thermoelectric materials. His work spans journals like Nature Communications , Advanced Functional Materials , and Progress in Photovoltaics , with a focus on simulation engineering , photonic devices , and energy-efficient materials . Labs & Collaborations: He works within the Microwave and Optoelectronics Group (MOG) at DET, collaborating with international institutions on EU-funded projects.

Rune Strandbergمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Solar Cell Physics
• Photovoltaic Materials
• Energy Conversion
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Rune Strandberg is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering Sciences, University of Agder. He holds a PhD in solar cell physics from NTNU and specializes in photovoltaic materials, solar cell physics, and energy conversion. His research focuses on advanced solar cell concepts including tandem cells, intermediate band solar cells, and thermoradiative energy harvesters. Education: Master of Technology (2005) and PhD (2010) in solar cell physics from NTNU. Pedagogical training includes Uniped courses (2014-2015) and PhD supervision qualification. Current teaching: Renewable Energy, Solar Energy Systems, Electromagnetism, Advanced Photovoltaics Prior roles: PhD student at NTNU (2005-2009), Senior Researcher at Teknova AS (2010-2013) Research areas: New photovoltaic concepts, characterization of photovoltaic cells, solar cell physics, emissive energy harvesters His recent publications analyze band gap optimization, radiative coupling in multi-junction cells, temperature sensitivity, and theoretical efficiency limits across multiple high-impact journals. Collaborators include Anne Gerd Imenes, Alfredo Sanchez Garcia, and Sissel Tind Kristensen. Key contributions include development of analytical models for solar cell performance, field testing of PV modules in Norway, and studies on temperature effects in multicrystalline silicon wafers.

Greis Julieth Kim Reyesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Materials Science
• Density Functional Theory
• Machine Learning in Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Greis Julieth Kim Reyes serves as Assistant Professor of Physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at SUNY New Paltz, where she conducts computational research on semiconductor materials and defects. Her work bridges theoretical physics and practical materials design for energy applications. Her educational journey includes a Ph.D. in Physics from University at Buffalo (2024), Master's in Physics from Universidad Nacional de Colombia (2014), and Bachelor's in Physics-Education from Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas (2010). This international background informs her interdisciplinary approach to materials science. Dr. Reyes specializes in computational exploration of intermediate band semiconductors, defect engineering, and magnetic materials using density functional theory (DFT) and machine learning. Her research reveals how atomic-scale defects create novel electronic properties, particularly in 2D materials like C 3 N/C 3 B bilayers and perovskite oxides. She employs iterative Kohn-Sham methods to simulate electronic behavior and optical responses, with recent work focusing on excitonic effects for solar energy applications. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications shows consistent emphasis on computational discovery of materials with tailored optical and electronic properties. Key trends include defect-enabled photocatalysis, interlayer exciton engineering in van der Waals heterostructures, and Jahn-Teller effects in doped semiconductors - all targeting next-generation energy technologies. Her scholarly recognition includes: Bahethi Scholarship (SUNY Buffalo, 2022) Silvestro Scholarship (SUNY Buffalo, 2022) Marshall Plan Foundation grant (Johannes Keppler Universität, 2018) As an educator, Dr. Reyes develops interactive quantum mechanics curricula using Mathematica simulations, as evidenced by her GitHub repository. She teaches General Physics and Quantum Physics courses while integrating computational tools to build student intuition for quantum materials. Though specific research students aren't listed, her teaching philosophy emphasizes critical thinking through problem-solving sessions and real-world applications. Her computational laboratory work focuses on first-principles simulations of materials, with active development of educational resources for quantum mechanics instruction. Current projects explore machine learning pipelines for materials discovery and defect-property relationships in emerging semiconductor systems.

Igor L. Kuskovskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanotechnology
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Dots
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Igor L. Kuskovsky is a Professor & Chair in the Department of Physics at Queens College of the City University of New York (CUNY). He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Physics/Solid State (1998) and an M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering (1995), both from Columbia University. His research focuses on nanoscale materials, particularly type-II quantum dots and their applications in photonic devices, solar energy, and biomedicine. His work includes pioneering studies on the optical Aharonov-Bohm effect in ZnTe/ZnSe quantum dots and developing high-efficiency intermediate-band solar cells. He leads the Laboratory for Fundamental and Applied Nanoscale Physics (LAFANP), collaborating with institutions like Hunter College on bio-detection systems using quantum dots. Key research areas include excitonic phenomena, magnetooptical properties, and colloidal ZnO nanostructures. His team investigates quantum dot stacks, nanowire growth via CVD, and dielectric confinement effects. He teaches PHYS 225: Solid State Electronics and advises graduate students in experimental condensed matter physics. The group’s work bridges fundamental physics with applied nanotechnology, emphasizing interdisciplinary applications.

• Nanophotonics
• Optoelectronics
• Photovoltaics
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Federica Cappelluti is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications (DET) at Politecnico di Torino (Polytechnic University of Turin) . She serves as the Director of the Open Science Study Center , a Member of the Coordinating Committee of the Polito for Social Affairs , and a Scientific Advisor for the European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) Association . Her academic roles include leadership in Non-commercial collaborative agreements (Italian Computing and Data Infrastructure, Italian Association for Open Science) Research projects funded by EU and national grants (FEDRA, CLAIRE, Skills4EOSC, MIRACLE, TFQD) Research Interests: Federica specializes in Nanophotonics , Optoelectronics , Photovoltaics , and Semiconductor Device Modeling . Her work focuses on Radiative cooling for solar cells Perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells High-speed semiconductor devices Applied photonics for energy efficiency Article Trends: Recent publications highlight her innovations in Photovoltaic radiative cooling using cement-based materials 3-terminal tandem solar cell architectures Quantum dot and intermediate band solar cell engineering Thermal management of multi-junction cells Modeling and simulation of photonic devices Cost-effective photovoltaic materials Scientific Awards: She holds an International Patent for Cement composites for radiative cooling (co-inventor with Matteo Cagnoni) Advising and Grants: Federica supervises PhD students in Artificial Intelligence (Giacomo Fantino) Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering (Antonio Fronteddu, Pietro Testa) Completed PhD research (Gemma Giliberti: 3-Terminal Perovskite/Silicon Tandems) She leads competitive projects including FEDRA : FAIR data lake for research assessment CLAIRE : Perovskite/silicon solar cells MIRACLE : Photonic Metaconcrete for energy savings Labs and Teams: She collaborates with the Microwave and Optoelectronics Group (MOG) at DET and contributes to the PhotoNext Interdepartmental Center for applied photonics. Her work intersects with Nexa Center for Internet & Society in open science initiatives.

• Quantum Optics
• Semiconductor Nanostructures
• Mid-IR Spectroscopic Imaging
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Chris Phillips is a Professor of Experimental Solid State Physics at Imperial College London's Department of Physics, part of the Faculty of Natural Sciences. He leads the Optoelectronics section and holds affiliations with the Experimental Solid State Physics Group, Quantum Engineering, Science and Technology, and The Light Community. With over 280 publications and 26 PhD graduates, his research focuses on quantum optical effects in nanostructures, including semiconductor 'artificial atoms', quantum metamaterials for superlens applications, and mid-IR medical imaging for cancer diagnosis. He has pioneered Digistain technology, a quantitative method for cancer grading, and is exploring quantum ratchet solar cells for ultra-high efficiency energy conversion. His career spans 40+ years with roles including Dean of the Faculty of Natural Sciences (2009–present), international panel memberships, and BBC collaborations. He has secured over £10M in grants, predominantly from EPSRC. Awards include recognition for innovative undergraduate teaching. His research portfolio combines cutting-edge physics with clinical applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. Scientific contributions span quantum metamaterials for sub-diffraction imaging, thresholdless THz lasers, and nanoscale chemical imaging of cellular structures. Public engagement includes science festivals in India/Kazakhstan and media appearances. Current projects include clinical trials of Digistain and quantum ratchet solar cell prototyping.

Peter Persansمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Amorphous materials
• Nanocrystalline materials
• Low-dimensional materials
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Peter Persans is a Professor and Associate Head of the Department of Physics, Applied Physics, and Astronomy at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. His research spans the physics of amorphous, nanocrystalline, and low-dimensional materials , with applications in optoelectronics and energy conversion . Recently, he has focused on undergraduate education reform , including initiatives like cross-disciplinary mentor programs and open-source remote laboratory tools for introductory physics. Key research areas: amorphous materials, nanocrystalline materials, optoelectronics, physics education Notable work: Silicon hyperdoping, quantum dots in glass matrices, Titan haze analogs With 126 publications in Scopus, his work bridges fundamental materials science and educational innovation. Current projects emphasize scalable solutions for enhancing STEM education through technology and curriculum development.

Lyubov Titovaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Terahertz Spectroscopy
• Nanomaterials
• Photovoltaics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lyubov Titova is a Professor of Physics at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) with an affiliate appointment in Chemical Engineering. Her research focuses on ultrafast terahertz and optical spectroscopy of nanomaterials, including applications in photovoltaics, THz photonics, and biomedical diagnostics. She leads the THz Physics Lab, part of WPI’s Energy Research Group and AIM Photonics consortium. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, University of Notre Dame (2005) Postdoctoral Fellowships: University of Cincinnati (2005-2007), University of Alberta (2007-2014) Research Interests: Terahertz spectroscopy of 2D materials (MXenes, GeS, SnS 2 ) Ultrafast carrier dynamics in nanomaterials Biomedical applications of THz pulses (cancer diagnostics, cell membrane interactions) Energy materials for photovoltaics and solar fuel production Awards & Grants: NSF CAREER Award (2018) WPI President’s Research Catalyst Grant (2024) Funding from NSF, Department of Energy, and industry partnerships Lab & Collaborations: THz Physics Lab at WPI’s Gateway Park Partnerships with Clemson University, McGill University, and Los Alamos National Lab

Palat Meethale Ushasreeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Photovoltaics
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Semiconductor Devices
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Palat Meethale Ushasree is a Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Teesside University's School of Computing, Engineering, and Digital Technologies. She serves as an External Examiner for six engineering programs at Wrexham University and has held teaching roles at INTO Newcastle University and Teesside University International Study Centre. Expertise in photovoltaics, semiconductor devices, and crystal growth Recipient of Gold Shine Awards for online teaching excellence Active in industry collaborations with companies like Kromek and Power Roll Ltd Her research focuses on sustainable energy technologies and nonlinear optical materials, supported by grants from JSPS, Daphne Jackson Trust, and CSIR. She has 20 peer-reviewed publications and serves as a co-supervisor for PhD projects on electric vehicle energy systems and intelligent building management. Education: PhD in Material Science and Engineering from Anna University (1999) Awards: Fellow of Higher Education Academy (2021), Daphne Jackson Fellow (2014) Teaching: Specializes in electrical principles, semiconductor devices, and renewable energy systems

• Spectroscopic Ellipsometry
• Mueller Matrix Ellipsometry
• Nanoplasmonics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Morten Kildemo is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), specializing in advanced optical characterization techniques. His research focuses on developing and applying spectroscopic and Mueller matrix ellipsometry to investigate complex nanostructured materials and photonic devices. His primary research interests include nanoplasmonics, metasurfaces, photonic crystals, and materials for intermediate band solar cells. He pioneers methods for characterizing anisotropic, chiral, and magneto-optical systems, with significant contributions to understanding light-matter interactions in nanoscale architectures. His work bridges experimental physics and materials engineering for next-generation optoelectronic applications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward polarization-sensitive characterization of engineered nanostructures, particularly for photonic and energy applications. His group consistently advances ellipsometric methodologies to probe complex optical responses in metasurfaces, plasmonic arrays, and quantum-confined systems. Professor Kildemo has supervised multiple doctoral and master's students, including Thomas Vågenes Brakstad (intermediate band materials), Maja Bjerke Drøyli (quantum dot solar cells), Brage Bøe Svendsen (Mueller matrix modeling), and Andreas Liudi Mulyo (quantum dot characterization). His collaborative research spans materials synthesis, optical instrumentation development, and theoretical modeling of nanophotonic systems.

• Nanotechnology
• Semiconductor Physics
• Materials Science
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Markku Sopanen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering of Aalto University. His research focuses on semiconductor physics, nanotechnology, and optoelectronics, with a strong emphasis on nanowire growth, plasmonic structures, and III-nitride materials. Research Areas: Semiconductor growth techniques, nanoscale fabrication, plasmonics, and optoelectronic devices. Honors: Received Best talk prize at Physics Days by The Finnish Physical Society. Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary projects involving applied physics and materials science.

Jacob Krichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Photovoltaics
• Nonlinear Spectroscopy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacob Krich is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Ottawa, specializing in theoretical condensed matter physics with a focus on photovoltaics and nonlinear spectroscopy. His research addresses advanced energy systems, including intermediate band solar cells, nanowire solar cells, thermophotovoltaics, and photonic power converters. He leads the Krich Lab, developing open-source software such as Simudo (device simulation) and the Ultrafast Spectroscopy Suite . Dr. Krich collaborates with experimental groups to optimize optoelectronic devices and spectroscopic techniques. His work emphasizes theoretical and computational approaches to improve low-carbon energy technologies and quantum dynamics understanding. Research interests include: Intermediate band photovoltaics Nanowire solar cell optimization Nonlinear spectroscopy methodologies Monochromatic photonic power converters Thermophotovoltaic systems Key contributions include proposing a figure of merit for intermediate band solar cells and advancing high-order transient absorption spectroscopy techniques. His lab actively seeks MSc/PhD students and postdoctoral fellows to explore these areas.

N.J. Ekins-Daukesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Photovoltaic Engineering
• Semiconductor Materials
• Renewable Energy Technology
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Professor N.J. Ekins-Daukes is a full Professor in the School of Photovoltaic & Renewable Energy Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) . He has held previous academic roles at Imperial College London (2008–2017), including Reader and Senior Lecturer, and was awarded a Royal Society Industry Fellowship. Earlier, he worked at the University of Sydney’s School of Physics (2005–2007) and was a JSPS Research Fellow at Toyota Technological Institute (2003–2006). His current research focuses on advancing photovoltaic technology to approach the theoretical efficiency limit of 87%, with emphasis on quantum well solar cells, hybrid PV-thermal systems, and material innovations like III-V semiconductors and CZTS solar cells. Education background includes advanced degrees from Imperial College London and the University of St Andrews: PhD in Solid State Physics, Imperial College London (2000) MSc in Semiconductor Science & Technology, Imperial College London (1996) MSci in Physics & Electronics, University of St Andrews (1995) Research initiatives span semiconductor engineering, thermal optimization, and sustainable applications. He develops novel device architectures such as hot carrier solar cells and photon ratchet systems, using techniques like optical spectroscopy and computational modeling (e.g., Solcore ). Recent work addresses energy losses via emissivity adjustments in PV-T collectors and explores underwater solar technologies. Award highlights include the 2022 Research Supervisor Award (UNSW), 2018 Staff Excellence Award , and 2010 Rector’s Award for supervision. He has also contributed over 14 best paper awards at international conferences. His grants and projects emphasize interdisciplinary collaborations, such as PV-powered vehicles and porous media combustion systems. Professor Ekins-Daukes collaborates globally on semiconductor materials and photovoltaic systems. Key affiliations include UNSW’s School of Photovoltaic & Renewable Engineering and partnerships with institutions in Japan and the UK. His research lab focuses on device prototyping, material characterization, and real-world deployment strategies for high-efficiency solar solutions.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Semiconductor Physics
• Optoelectronics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Vesselin Todorov Donchev is a leading researcher at the Department of Condensed Matter Physics and Microelectronics , Faculty of Physics , Sofia University "St. Clement of Ohridski" , Bulgaria. He holds a DSc (2022) and PhD (1991) in Solid State Physics from Sofia University, with MS in Physics (1985) and secondary education at the 9th French Language Secondary School (1978). As Head of the Department (2013-2023) and Professor (since 2023), he has led numerous national and international research projects focusing on semiconductor nanostructures for photovoltaic applications. Academic Leadership : 2023 Professor, 2013-2023 Department Head, 2004-2023 Associate Professor, 1986-1991 PhD Student International Collaborations : Research stays at UNICAMP (2008), Linköping University (2002-2003), University Paris 6 (2001), EPFL (1992-1993) Research Focus on semiconductor optoelectronics and photovoltaic nanostructures , particularly dilute nitrides , quantum wells/dots , and perovskite-silicon heterostructures . His work spans material synthesis via liquid phase epitaxy , surface photovoltage spectroscopy for defect analysis, and carrier transport studies . Recent projects include innovative solar cells using dilute nitride materials and perovskite photovoltaics . Scientific Contributions include over 40 publications in high-impact journals (ACS Omega, Applied Physics Letters, Journal of Applied Physics) and participation in FP7 and H2020 programs. He serves as evaluator for EU research frameworks and holds advanced proficiency in English, French, Russian with basic German.

Christopher Broderickمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Semiconductor Physics
• Photonics Theory
• Computational Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christopher Broderick is a Staff Researcher (Senior Researcher) at Tyndall National Institute and a Lecturer at University College Cork's School of Physics. He earned his B.Sc. (2010) and Ph.D. (2015) in Physics from UCC, followed by postdoctoral research at University of Bristol (2015-2016) and Tyndall (2017-2021). As a National University of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellow (2018-2020) and Marie Skłodowska-Curie Global Fellow (2021-2024), he conducted cutting-edge research on semiconductor alloys. His research focuses on theoretical and computational analysis of semiconductor materials , particularly novel group-IV alloys (GeSn, SiGeSn, GeC) and highly mismatched bismide/nitride systems , using multi-scale simulation techniques combining first-principles calculations with empirical models . Key applications include infrared photonics , next-generation photovoltaics , and quantum device engineering . Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on band structure engineering , optoelectronic device modeling , and multi-scale material simulation . Research themes include direct-gap group-IV semiconductors for silicon photonics, highly mismatched alloys for infrared applications, and quantum well/heterostructure design for photonic devices. Scientific recognition includes: 2022 Outstanding Reviewer (Journal of Physics D) 2019-2022 NUSOD Conference Top-Ten Papers 2019 Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting participation He teaches advanced physics courses including: PY3105 Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics PY4103 Advanced Electromagnetism PY4115 Research Project supervision