جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Pierre Lucasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chalcogenide Glasses
• Phase Change Materials
• Liquid-Liquid Phase Transitions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pierre Lucas is a Professor of Materials Science and Engineering and Professor of Optical Sciences at the University of Arizona, where he has served since 2001, rising from Assistant to Associate and then to full Professor in 2012. He also directed the CNRS International Associated Laboratory for Materials and Optics from 2009 to 2017. His educational background includes: PhD in Physical Chemistry, Arizona State University, 1999 BS in Chemistry, University of Rennes, France, 1993 Dr. Lucas's research focuses on the structure, properties, and applications of chalcogenide glasses and phase change materials . Key areas include liquid-liquid phase transitions , polyamorphism , calorimetry of amorphous solids , and the development of infrared fibers and biomedical sensors . His work bridges fundamental glass science with practical optical and memory applications through techniques like femtosecond X-ray spectroscopy and Raman analysis. His recent publications (2022-2025) reveal intense focus on atomic-scale relaxation dynamics, crystallization kinetics, and fragile-to-strong transitions in glasses. These studies employ advanced methods like X-ray photon correlation spectroscopy to probe structural changes, directly informing next-generation memory devices and infrared photonics systems. Dr. Lucas has received three teaching awards, though specific award names are not documented in source materials. He maintains significant academic leadership as Associate Editor for the Journal of American Ceramic Society and former Chair (2017-2018) of the Glass and Optical Materials Division of the American Ceramic Society. He has chaired two international conferences on Glass and Optical Materials and serves annually on SPIE Biomedical Optics program committees. His international collaboration extends through past directorship of the CNRS International Associated Laboratory for Materials and Optics and invited professorships at institutions in France, Mexico, and China.

Mimi Koehlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomechanics
• Fluid Mechanics
• Solid Mechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mimi Koehl is a Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of California, Berkeley. She investigates biomechanics through an interdisciplinary lens, combining fluid/solid mechanics with biology to study how morphology affects organismal function in diverse environments. Her research addresses ecological and evolutionary questions using both field and laboratory experiments. Education: B.A. in Biology (Magna Cum Laude), Gettysburg College Ph.D. in Zoology, Duke University Postdoctoral Fellow, Friday Harbor Laboratories, University of Washington Postdoctoral Fellow, University of York, England Research Focus: Her work examines physical interactions between organisms and environments, specializing in turbulence effects on marine systems, olfactory mechanics in crustaceans, and biomechanical adaptations across species. Key methodologies include laser-based flow visualization and dynamically scaled physical modeling. Awards & Honors: MacArthur Fellowship (1990-1995) National Academy of Sciences (2001) American Academy of Arts & Sciences (2002) Rachel Carson Award for Ocean Science (2006) Muybridge Career Achievement Award (2009) American Physical Society Fellow (2018) Academic Leadership: Directs the Center for Integrative Biomechanics in Education and Research (CIBER). Advises 14+ graduate students and postdocs researching diverse topics including marine olfaction, suspension feeding, and organismal mechanics. Collaborates with UC Berkeley's Bioengineering, Biophysics, and Environmental Engineering programs.

Xun Liuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Advanced Manufacturing Processes
• Materials Science
• Mechanical Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xun Liu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Ohio State University. She is affiliated with the Edison Joining Technology Center, focusing on advanced manufacturing processes and material behavior analysis. PhD - Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan (2016) MS - Materials Science and Engineering, University of Michigan MS - Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan Bachelor - Mechanical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology (2011) Her research centers on hybrid manufacturing processes like ultrasonically and electrically assisted methods, solid-state joining (friction stir welding/spot welding), and material characterization to study process-structure-properties relationships. She combines experimental and computational modeling approaches at continuum scales. Key article trends include ultrasonic effects in additive manufacturing, microstructure refinement in welding, multi-scale material characterization , and computational modeling of hybrid processes. Her work spans aluminum alloys , steel composites , and food systems . NSF CAREER Award (2021) Dr. Liu leads the Edison Joining Technology Center's research initiatives, integrating physics-based modeling with experimental validation. Her lab focuses on sustainable manufacturing techniques through ultrasonic vibration applications and advanced material analysis.

Wei Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Joining
• Welding Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Wei Zhang is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Ohio State University , specializing in welding engineering and additive manufacturing. He previously held roles at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (2008–2012) and Edison Welding Institute (2004–2008). Education Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Pennsylvania State University (Spring 2004) Research Interests His work spans additive manufacturing , light-metal and dissimilar-metal joining , creep-resistant steels , and modeling of welding processes . Key applications include automotive, aerospace, and power generation industries. Scientific Awards 2020 Honorable Mention, Vice Admiral E. L. Cochrane Award (SNAME) 2018 Fellow of American Welding Society 2018 Lumley Research Award (OSU College of Engineering) 2017 Henry Granjon Prize (International Institute of Welding) 2016 Adams Memorial Membership Award (AWS) 2010 UT-Battelle Significant Event Award (ORNL) 2010 Koichi Masubuchi Award (AWS) 2006 Henry Granjon Prize (International Institute of Welding) Academic Leadership Zhang serves as Associate Chair of the MSE department (since 2019), Editor of Science and Technology of Welding and Joining , and co-chair for AWS awards committees.

Heng-Yong Nieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Analytical Chemistry
• Surface Chemistry
• Materials Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Heng-Yong Nie is a Senior Research Scientist and Adjunct Research Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Western University. His work bridges analytical chemistry, surface science, and materials engineering through advanced characterization techniques. Research Focus : Surface chemistry, soft materials, and hybrid organic-inorganic systems Key Techniques : ToF-SIMS, AFM, XPS, and laser-based diagnostics Applications : Organic electronics, biomedical devices, corrosion protection, and automotive coatings Recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on: Advanced characterization of surface interactions using mass spectrometry and microscopy Development of novel analytical approaches for nanomaterials and polymer systems Surface engineering for enhanced material stability and performance Applications in biomedical materials, energy systems, and industrial diagnostics Scientific contributions include: Over 20 publications in high-impact journals since 2005 Innovative methods for surface modification and analysis Interdisciplinary work spanning chemistry, physics, and engineering

• Biomedical Engineering
• Photonic Technologies
• Infectious Diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shaw-Wei Tsen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He holds a B.S. from Johns Hopkins University and dual medical and doctorate degrees from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Education: B.S., Johns Hopkins University; M.D. and Ph.D., Washington University School of Medicine Dr. Tsen specializes in developing photonic technologies to address infectious diseases, cancer, and aging. His work includes ultrashort pulsed laser systems for selective pathogen inactivation , non-invasive cancer imaging , and vaccine production . During his predoctoral research, he pioneered laser-induced vibration techniques for pathogen inactivation, widely covered in media. His postdoctoral work focused on near-infrared fluorescent imaging agents for cancer detection and arthritis monitoring. His recent publications highlight applications of photonic technologies in targeting annexin A2 for tumor imaging , head-mounted cancer visualization devices , and chemical-free viral/bacterial inactivation . While awards and student mentorship details are not explicitly listed, his research aligns with translational biomedicine and clinical innovation.

Harry A. Atwater, Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Nanophotonics
• Metamaterials and Metasurfaces
• Artificial Photosynthesis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Harry A. Atwater, Jr. holds the Otis Booth Leadership Chair of the Division of Engineering and Applied Science and serves as the Howard Hughes Professor of Applied Physics and Materials Science at the California Institute of Technology. He directs the Department of Energy-funded Liquid Sunlight Alliance, a multi-institutional initiative advancing solar fuel technologies. His academic journey includes a B.S. (1982), M.S. (1983), and Ph.D. (1987) in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Career progression at Caltech spans Assistant Professor (1988-94), Associate Professor (1994-99), full Professor (1999), and Howard Hughes Professor (2002-present), with leadership roles including Director of the Resnick Sustainability Institute (2009-15) and Joint Center for Artificial Photosynthesis (2014-21). Research spans the light-energy-nanoscale nexus with critical focus areas: Quantum nanophotonics and plasmonic light manipulation Metamaterials for solar spectrum engineering Artificial photosynthesis and carbon-neutral fuel production Space-based solar power systems and lightsail propulsion Two-dimensional materials for ultra-thin optoelectronics Carbon capture membrane technologies Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal accelerating innovation in photonic climate solutions, featuring breakthroughs in nonreciprocal thermal emitters, dynamically tunable metasurfaces, and experimental lightsail validation. Key trends include space-based solar power demonstration, atomically thin optical devices, and quantum emitter characterization for next-generation photonic circuits. Major initiatives include the Liquid Sunlight Alliance (DOE Energy Innovation Hub), Caltech Space Solar Power Project (successful 2024 in-space wireless power transmission), and leadership in the NSF Quantum Virtual Laboratory. His group has secured transformative funding for lightsail propulsion research and carbon capture startups like Captura (XPRIZE winner). The Atwater Research Group operates cutting-edge laboratories for nanofabrication and optical characterization, currently advancing deployable space solar arrays, high-efficiency photoelectrochemical cells, and metasurface-based wireless communication systems with applications in secure satellite networks.

Ignacio Merino SanchezFayosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sustainable Design
• Product Design
• Digital Manufacturing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ignacio Merino SanchezFayos is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Design and Arts, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, where he teaches Digital Design: 3D CAD Advanced. His academic work integrates theoretical instruction with hands-on design practice, focusing on sustainable innovation within industrial production systems. Merino's research centers on sustainable design methodologies, digital manufacturing processes, and DIY culture's role in redefining industrial production. His work through the Design Friction Lab explores the intersection of high-tech and low-tech solutions, emphasizing ethical production, material longevity, and aesthetic functionality in contemporary design. His design portfolio demonstrates consistent innovation in sustainable object creation, spanning safety equipment, modular furniture, and everyday products. These projects exhibit recurring themes of user-centered adaptation, material efficiency, and reinterpretation of traditional objects for modern urban contexts, often utilizing digital fabrication techniques like 3D printing farms. Merino's work has achieved international recognition through exhibitions at Milan Design Week, Victoria & Albert Museum, and Vitra Design Museum, showcasing how digital manufacturing can enable transparent, fast, and intricate production systems while addressing environmental concerns. His notable recognition includes: Red Dot Award 2020 for the SEVENTWENTY helmet design As co-founder of the Design Friction Lab, Merino leads initiatives like DIYR (Do It Yourself Revolution) and Sustainable Smart Parasites, which investigate how prosumer-driven practices can reshape industrial production. The lab's philosophy combines simplicity, longevity, ethics, and aesthetics to create sustainable technology-enabled systems that challenge conventional manufacturing paradigms.

Laurent Gallaisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Laser-Materials Interactions
• Optical Coatings
• Laser Damage Threshold
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Laurent Gallais is a Full Professor at Centrale Marseille and leads the PICSEL deepening option in laser engineering. His research at the Institut Fresnel focuses on high-power laser-materials interactions , particularly laser damage of optical components , laser processing , and thermal stress analysis for nuclear applications. He has supervised doctoral students like Carlos Cifuentes and Maxime Lemetais. Research Expertise: Laser damage thresholds, optical coatings, nuclear ceramics, and photonic metasurfaces Key Techniques: Lock-in thermography, Z-scan measurements, finite element thermal modeling Recent publications analyze CO2 laser silica microablation , sub-picosecond UV laser contamination , and tungsten recrystallization under extreme heat . His work spans industrial laser applications, nuclear fuel studies, and advanced optical metrology. Collaborations include institutions like ITER and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory .

• Materials Engineering
• Lithium-Ion Batteries
• Biomaterials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shadi Al Khateeb is an Adjunct Professor in the Materials Science and Engineering Department at the University of Utah, with a concurrent role as Vice Dean of Scientific Research and Innovation at Al-Balqa Applied University (Jordan). His expertise spans thin film deposition for energy storage (Li-ion batteries), biomaterials, and superconductors, with a focus on spray pyrolysis and pulsed laser deposition (PLD). He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Birmingham (2009) and postdoctoral experience at the University of Utah (2016–2017) and University of Florida (2013–2014). Ph.D.: Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, University of Birmingham (2006–2009) M.Sc./B.Sc.: Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, Al-Balqa Applied University (graduated with distinction) His research integrates materials synthesis and characterization, with applications in energy storage , bioimplants , and superconducting materials . Key techniques include XRD, SEM, EBSD, and electrochemical testing. Recent work (2023–2025) explores fluorapatite films for bioimplants, MoS2 solar cell materials, and corrosion inhibition using green additives. Scientific awards include the Arab Fund Fellowship Program (Kuwait), a UK ORS Award , and Jordan’s Scientific Research and Innovation Support Fund . He has secured grants such as the Rawabit Program Partnership Development Grant (2024–2025) for AI/ML integration in materials engineering education. In teaching, he offers courses like Physical Metallurgy , Corrosion Protection , and Materials Science at BAU, complemented by a Research Mentoring Certificate (University of Utah, 2024). His work on MgO templates for YBCO films and FeS2 battery anodes underscores his interdisciplinary impact.

Zaldo Luezas, Carlosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Optical Spectroscopy
• Laser Materials
• Luminescent Nanoprobes
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Carlos Zaldo Luezas is a Research Professor at the Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM-CSIC). His career spans over four decades, focusing on the interaction of light with matter, particularly in optical spectroscopy, laser materials, and photovoltaics. Established laboratories for pulsed laser deposition (PLD), crystal growth, and optical spectroscopy. Supervised 9 PhD students (including J. A. Álvarez Pérez, 2021), 3 Master’s students, and hosted 5 international research visitors. Acted as principal investigator (IP) for 15 funded projects (1 EU, 14 national) and participated in 14 more. Collaborated with companies like BP-Solar, ISOFOTON, EASY LASER, and JEANOLOGY/FYLA. Cooperated with institutions such as CLPU (Salamanca), University of Aveiro, ILL-Grenoble, and the U.S. Army Research Lab. Co-authored 216 peer-reviewed papers, 2 book chapters, and 200+ conferences, with over 4700 citations and h-index 41. His research on disordered single crystals as laser hosts (e.g., double tungstates and garnets) advanced femtosecond laser technology. He pioneered the use of Laser Floating Zone (LFZ) for high-temperature oxyorthosilicates and developed luminescent nanoprobes for imaging and thermometry. His work with Rare-Earth ions (Yb3+, Ln) and crystal field modulation remains foundational in laser material science.

• Materials Science
• Computational Chemistry
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Juraj Ovčar is a Researcher at the Ruđer Bošković Institute , affiliated with the Division of Theoretical Physics and Laboratory Condensed Matter and Statistical Physics . His work focuses on computational and theoretical studies in materials science, chemistry, and physics. Research associate since 2020 Research Interests Juraj's research spans: Computational modeling of molecular interactions in aqueous environments Stability and electronic properties of halide perovskites Photoinduced effects in materials Crystal engineering and structure prediction Surface chemistry and dynamics Publications Trends Juraj's recent publications (2020–2025) highlight interdisciplinary studies combining computational methods with experimental validation, focusing on materials for optoelectronics, molecular dynamics, and surface reactions. Laboratory Affiliation He contributes to the Condensed Matter and Statistical Physics laboratory, advancing theoretical frameworks for advanced materials.

• Photonics
• Raman Lasers
• Silicon Photonics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nathalie Vermeulen is a Professor at the Faculty of Engineering Sciences, Applied Physics and Photonics department at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), Belgium. Her research focuses on advanced photonic technologies and nonlinear optical phenomena. Active in Raman lasers, silicon photonics, and graphene optics Chair of the Brussels Photonics (B-PHOT) research group Principal investigator in multiple European projects Her work spans optical frequency combs, semiconductor optical amplifiers, and waveguide technology, with a strong emphasis on material innovations and device modeling. Recent publications highlight advancements in silicon nitride waveguides and short-pulse laser amplification. 2025: Nonlinear pulse dynamics in 2D-material-covered waveguides 2024: Nonlinear material tabulation for photonic applications 2023: InP amplifier nonlinearities and frequency comb generation Dr. Vermeulen has received numerous scientific awards including: Photonics21 Student Innovation Award (2010, 2015) KVIV Prize for Mid-Infrared Solid-State Laser Research (2004) Ignace Vanderschueren Prize (2014) Young Academy Membership (2013-2017) She advises multiple PhD students and leads large-scale collaborative projects like ERC Writing Mandate and GEAR. Her research group works on next-generation photonic chip technologies and laser cooling mechanisms.

• Raman Spectroscopy
• Plasma-Wall Interactions
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Cédric Pardanaud is a Senior Lecturer at Aix-Marseille University since 2008, affiliated with the CNRS and the PIIM (Physics of Ionized and Molecular Media) laboratory. His research focuses on advanced applications of multiwavelength Raman spectroscopy to study plasma-wall interactions in nuclear fusion and disordered carbon materials , including graphene, amorphous carbon, and beryllium components in tokamaks. He has developed experimental protocols for in-situ analysis of hydrogen retention, structural defects, and material degradation under ion bombardment. Research areas: Raman spectroscopy, plasma-facing materials, carbon nanostructures Teaching: Physics at all university levels (L1 to M2), with a focus on Newtonian mechanics, Raman spectroscopy, and scientific methodology Pardanaud’s recent publications highlight his expertise in graphene multilayer fabrication via AFM tip scanning, hydrogen isotope retention in fusion reactor materials , and defect-driven Raman band interpretation . While he has not explicitly listed scientific awards, his work is widely cited in high-impact journals like The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters and Nuclear Fusion . He also contributes to educational innovation through the SMART project (home-based physics labs using smartphones) and maintains a YouTube channel for science popularization. His full CV includes a Master’s in General Physics, a DEA in Astrophysics, and a PhD on rotational-vibrational spectroscopy of water molecules in astrophysical contexts.

• Solid and Structural Mechanics
• Materials Science
• Bioinspired Nanomechanics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicola Pugno is a Professor of Solid and Structural Mechanics at the University of Trento , with a part-time role at Queen Mary University of London . He is a Humboldtian at Kiel University and a Visiting Professor at the University of Oxford . His research spans bioinspired materials , graphene mechanics , and meta-materials , supported by ERC grants and Humboldt Awards . His work focuses on Hierarchical material design Fracture and adhesion mechanics Graphene and 2D materials Bioinspired nanomechanics Spider silk and biological composites Vibration and sound control Recent articles highlight machine learning for hierarchical materials , graphene networks , and spider silk properties . He has won the Humboldt Research Award , Griffith Medal , and ERC Advanced Grant FRAMEGLOW . His lab's innovations include T-Rem3die sutures , antiviral surfaces , and bioinspired robotics .