جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Heiko Wendeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Magnetic Materials
• Spin Dynamics
• Magnetocaloric Effects
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Prof. Dr. Heiko Wende leads the Experimental Physics group at the Faculty of Physics, University of Duisburg-Essen . He serves as Vice Director of CENIDE and contributes to collaborative research centers like CRC/TRR 247 and CRC 1242 . His career spans faculty roles since 2007 and research affiliations with institutions including Uppsala University and SLAC . Education: Habilitation (2004) and PhD (1999) from Freie Universität Berlin Current Roles: Vice Director of CENIDE, Member of ESRF Review Committee His research focuses on magnetic nanostructures, spin crossover phenomena, and element-specific characterization techniques. Key projects include multicaloric materials development and ultrafast spin dynamics analysis using synchrotron radiation. His group pioneered methods like ULMAG for combined microscopic/macroscopic magnetic characterization. Recent awards include the Heisenberg Fellowship (2006) and Ernst-Eckhard Koch Prize (1999). Collaborations with institutions like ESRF , KIT , and TU Darmstadt highlight his interdisciplinary impact. Students like Johanna Lill and Lea Kämmerer have received recognition for their work on magnetocalorics and ultrafast dynamics. Scientific Leadership: Management Board of CENIDE (since 2014) Instrument Development: ID12 beamline setup at ESRF (2023-2025)

Jens Friedlandمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Catalysis
• Reaction Engineering
• Process Dynamics
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Dr. Jens Friedland holds academic and research roles at Ulm University's Institute of Chemical Engineering. He serves as a Lecturer for courses including Process Dynamics and Control, Modelling and Process Analysis, and Chemical Reaction Engineering. His research focuses on dynamic processes in heterogeneous catalysis, chemical engineering applications beyond Earth, and atomization process modeling. Friedland completed his Dipl.-Ing. (2013) and Dr.-Ing. (2018, TU Clausthal) under Prof. Robert Güttel, transitioning from Clausthal University of Technology to Ulm University in 2017. His professional activities include membership in DECHEMA's Chemical Reaction Engineering section, leadership roles in NaWuReT (German early career reaction engineers), and involvement in academic governance at Ulm University, including admission and examination boards, as well as the senate's advisory committee on habilitation and adjunct professorships. Research interests emphasize unsteady-state reaction systems, space-based methanation processes, and catalyst design for extraterrestrial applications. His work bridges fundamental catalysis with applied process engineering, particularly in transient kinetic analysis and reactor design for extreme environments.

• Calculus of Variations
• Partial Differential Equations
• Geometric Measure Theory
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Benoit Merlet is a Professor at Université de Lille, specializing in advanced mathematical analysis with a focus on Calculus of Variations, Geometric Measure Theory, and Partial Differential Equations. His research explores non-convex functionals, optimal transport problems, and pattern formation in materials science. He collaborates extensively with researchers such as M. Goldman, M. Pegon, and A. Chambolle on topics ranging from Aviles-Giga functionals to liquid drop models. Merlet's work bridges theoretical mathematics with applications in physics and engineering, particularly in energy minimization problems and phase transitions. He organizes international conferences, including the Calculus of Variations in Lille series, and contributes to seminar programs on geometric measure theory and variational methods. His publications span high-impact journals like Arch. Rat. Mech. Anal. , Journal de l’École polytechnique , and SIAM J. Math. Analysis , reflecting his expertise in rigorous mathematical analysis and interdisciplinary problem-solving.

• Security Studies
• Sociology of Finance
• Economic Sociology
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Andreas Langenohl serves as Professor of Sociology at Justus Liebig University Giessen's Department of Social and Cultural Sciences since 2010 and holds an Extra-ordinary Professorship in Political Studies at South Africa's North-West University since 2021. He leads Subproject C05 on Political Security and Economized Infrastructures and acts as Spokesperson for the university's Integrated Graduate School. His academic credentials include a PhD in Social Sciences (summa cum laude, 1999) and an M.A. in Sociology and Slavic Philology with highest honors (1996), both from JLU Giessen, complemented by studies at Kazan State University and the University of Simferopol. His scholarly trajectory spans research fellowships at Cornell University, Konstanz University's Center of Excellence, and Freiburg's Collaborative Research Center. Langenohl's research critically examines Security Studies through the lens of financial infrastructures, with pioneering work on the temporal dimensions of financial markets and the securitization of economic systems. His scholarship bridges Economic Sociology and Political Sociology, analyzing how security practices manifest in financial pricing, pandemic responses, and geo-economic conflicts, while maintaining strong engagement with Cultural Sociology and European integration dynamics. His publication trends reveal evolving focus from memory studies toward infrastructural security, with recent work dissecting ambivalence in security practices, algorithmic accountability, and non-Western epistemologies. Key themes include the weaponization of financial systems, micro-processes of market security, and the reconfiguration of sovereignty through infrastructural imaginaries. His scientific recognition includes: Karl-Polanyj-Award (2010) for 'Finanzmarkt und Temporalität' Wolfgang-Mittermaier-Award (2007) for teaching excellence Langenohl directs substantial research funding including DFG grants for 'Economic Agnosticism' (2024-2026) and 'Financial Infrastructures and Geo-economic Security' (2022-2025), supervising doctoral researchers through the Integrated Graduate School. His collaborative projects with scholars like Carola Westermeier and Kirsten von Hagen examine security across financial, pandemic, and geopolitical contexts. He anchors his research within the Collaborative Research Centre/Transregio 138 'Dynamics of Security', leading interdisciplinary teams that investigate security beyond traditional state-centric frameworks through financial infrastructures, temporal dimensions, and infrastructural ambivalence.

Laura Cardellaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Market Microstructure
• Corporate Finance
• Financial Markets
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Laura Cardella is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the Rawls College of Business, Texas Tech University. She holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Arizona, an MS in Quantitative Financial Economics from Oklahoma State University, and a BA in Economics and Mathematics from the University of Mississippi. Her research focuses on market microstructure, price formation, and the intersection of financial markets with corporate decisions. Her research interests include topics such as liquidity analysis, high-frequency trading (HFT), and the determinants of corporate cash reserves. She has published in journals like the Journal of Corporate Finance and Journal of Financial Economics. Her work has explored systematic volume spikes linked to HFT activity, liquidity-based trading fees, and the impact of computerization on financial markets. Dr. Cardella has received multiple teaching awards, including the Rawls College of Business Excellence in Teaching Award (2016) and repeated Mortar Board recognitions. She has served on PhD committees for multiple students, advised professional organizations like the Finance Association, and contributed to academic service roles such as the Finance Department Recruiting Committee and Undergraduate Curriculum Committee. Her professional activities include refereeing for top journals and presenting at conferences like the Financial Management Association and European Financial Management Association.

Amirhossein Sadeghianمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Laser-based Manufacturing
• Physical Metallurgy
• Additive Manufacturing
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Dr. Amirhossein Sadeghian is a Research Fellow at Coventry University's Centre for Manufacturing and Materials, specializing in laser-based manufacturing, metal additive manufacturing, and advanced welding techniques for electric vehicle battery components. He contributes to the Laser Processing and Joining Group and the WAVETAILOR project for sustainable laser production. His academic qualifications: PhD in Materials Engineering (Dissimilar Materials Welding for EV Battery Manufacturing), Coventry University (2020-2024, awarded 2025) MSc in Materials Engineering (Welding), Amirkabir University of Technology (2015-2018) BSc in Materials Engineering (Metallurgy), Imam Khomeini International University (2010-2015) Dr. Sadeghian's research spans Laser-based Manufacturing, Physical Metallurgy, Additive Manufacturing, and Laser Technology. He specializes in Robotic Laser Welding, Laser Cladding (L-DED), Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF), and advanced characterization techniques (OM, SEM, EDS, XRD, EBSD). His work integrates in-process monitoring with microstructural analysis to optimize parameters for zero-defect manufacturing aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. Analysis of his 11 publications (2019-2023) reveals dominant focus on dissimilar laser welding for EV batteries (copper-steel/aluminum joints), blue laser applications, and process parameter effects. Earlier work addresses high-temperature joining of superalloys via transient liquid phase bonding, with significant citation impact (e.g., 211 Scopus citations for 2022 review). As an active researcher in the WAVETAILOR project (2024-2027) on modular laser sources, he also serves as peer reviewer for Journal of Materials Science, Optics and Laser Technology, and Journal of Laser Applications. His external role as Early Career Group Secretary at the Association of Industrial Laser Users extends his industry engagement. Within Coventry University's Laser Processing and Joining Group, he advances sustainable manufacturing through cutting-edge research on laser-material interactions, microstructural control, and energy-efficient production systems for next-generation industrial applications.

• Solid Mechanics
• Materials Science
• Constitutive Modeling
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Kathleen Issen is a Research Professor at Clarkson University's Coulter School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering. She is also affiliated with the Institute for STEM Education. Her research focuses on solid mechanics and materials, particularly constitutive modeling of heterogeneous/anisotropic materials and instability phenomena in porous materials like sandstone, metal foams, and cancellous bone. She holds a PhD in Theoretical & Applied Mechanics from Northwestern University (2000) and has extensive teaching experience, including courses in statics, strength of materials, and research methodology. Dr. Issen has received numerous awards for teaching and advising, including the NAE Frontiers of Engineering Education (2009) and the Coulter School's Teaching Excellence Award (2002–2010). Education: PhD in Theoretical & Applied Mechanics, Northwestern University, 2000 MS in Theoretical & Applied Mechanics, Northwestern University, 1997 BS in General Engineering, University of Illinois, 1983 Research Interests: Dr. Issen develops constitutive models to link micro/mesostructure to macrobehavior in porous materials. Her work employs theoretical, experimental, and computational methods to study deformation, bifurcation, and instability. Current projects include characterizing compaction localization in sandstone and metal foams, and investigating strain localization under triaxial stresses. Her findings contribute to geomechanics, biomechanics, and materials engineering. Awards: NAE Frontiers of Engineering Education (2009) Residence Hall Faculty Award (2009) Kristin Craig Memorial Faculty Recognition Award (2007) Student Association Outstanding Teaching Award (2006) University Outstanding Advisor Award (2005) Coulter School Teaching Excellence (2002–2010) Teaching & Service: Dr. Issen advises the Society of Women Engineers and chairs the Undergraduate Research Committee. She promotes active learning strategies and has developed concept-inventory tools to assess student comprehension. Her work on instructional methods has been recognized through multiple university awards. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with geomechanics and materials research groups, focusing on experimental rock mechanics and computational modeling of porous media.

Haluk Karacaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Shape Memory Alloys
• Active Materials for Actuators
• Energy Harvesting
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Haluk Karaca is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Kentucky, part of the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering. His research focuses on advanced materials such as shape memory alloys (SMAs), active materials for actuators, and high-temperature materials. Key areas include phase transformations, energy harvesting, and additive manufacturing. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University, with prior roles including Assistant Professor (2008–2013) and a postdoctoral position at Texas A&M. His work emphasizes material microstructure analysis, thermomechanical characterization, and applications in aerospace and biomedical fields. Education: Ph.D./M.S. (Texas A&M University), B.S. (Boğaziçi University) Research interests span the development and optimization of NiTi-based SMAs, exploring their mechanical properties under varying conditions, and enhancing material performance through techniques like magnetic field annealing and laser processing. He investigates applications in high-temperature environments and structural systems requiring adaptive behavior. Collaborative projects aim to integrate machine learning for predictive modeling of material behavior. Recent studies highlight advancements in additive manufacturing of SMAs, including texture control and post-processing heat treatments to improve shape memory effects. His work also addresses challenges in machining-induced surface integrity and nanocrystalline layer formation in alloys like Inconel 718. Karaca’s contributions bridge fundamental materials science with engineering applications, emphasizing durability, energy efficiency, and novel manufacturing methods.

Chuang Dengمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Materials Science
• Metallurgy
• Nanostructures
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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.

• Materials Science
• Semiconductor Physics
• Nanotechnology
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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.

• Materials Science
• Polymer Science
• Composite Materials
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Julius Jacobs is a Researcher at the Institute of Plastics and Composites, Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH). His work focuses on advanced materials science, particularly in composite materials and polymer behavior under mechanical stress. He contributes to studies on microscale epoxy materials, exploring phenomena like shear band formation and ductility enhancement through advanced analytical techniques such as Raman spectroscopy and digital image correlation. His research interests span materials characterization, mechanical testing, and the application of interdisciplinary methods to understand material performance at microstructural levels. Jacobs collaborates with experts in polymer science and composite engineering, contributing to peer-reviewed publications in journals like Journal of polymer science .

• Materials Science
• Civil Engineering
• Chemistry
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Premalatha De Silva is an Associate Professor in the School of Behavioural and Health Sciences at the Faculty of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on advanced construction materials, particularly geopolymer-based systems and alkali-activated binders. Key areas include alkali-silica reaction (ASR) mitigation, durability of concrete, and sustainable utilization of industrial by-products like fly ash and slag. She has contributed extensively to understanding phase transformations, material microstructure, and environmental applications of geopolymer composites. Her work spans over two decades, with publications in high-impact journals such as Cement and Concrete Composites and Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering . Recent studies emphasize DEF (Delayed Ettringite Formation) modeling and the role of standard test methods in alkali content determination. She has also explored industrial waste recycling in road construction and carbonate binder systems. Dr. De Silva’s research bridges chemical engineering principles with civil engineering applications, addressing challenges in sustainable construction and environmental impact mitigation. Her collaborative projects include international conferences on alkali-aggregate reactions and material durability.

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Photovoltaics
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Nikolai Orlov is a Researcher at AMOLF, specializing in advanced materials science and nanotechnology. His work focuses on perovskite solar cells, in operando electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) analysis, and developing novel materials processing techniques such as flash-sintering and spark plasma sintering. He holds a PhD in Materials Science from Lomonosov Moscow State University, where he studied bioceramics and 3D printing of bone graft materials. At AMOLF, he explores perovskite materials stability under optical bias and computer vision-based EBSD optimization for beam-sensitive materials. His research bridges materials synthesis, characterization, and application, with contributions to photovoltaics, biodegradable composites for bone regeneration, and additive manufacturing of ceramics. Key techniques include pulsed laser deposition, phase diagram determination, and stereolithography for high-strength porous ceramics. His work emphasizes sustainable energy materials and biomedical applications of advanced materials. Notable projects include template-assisted growth of perovskite solar cell materials, oxygen-mediated inorganic perovskite formation, and adaptable metamaterials for tissue engineering. His articles reflect expertise in epitaxial growth, light-induced material modifications, and phase equilibria in calcium phosphate systems. Nikolai’s research also involves collaborations with TU Clausthal and the Federal Institute of Materials Research and Testing (Berlin), focusing on bioceramic sintering and additive manufacturing. His current efforts at AMOLF aim to advance in operando EBSD methodologies and computational approaches for materials analysis.

John R. Miecznikowskiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry
• Organometallic Chemistry
• Bioinorganic Chemistry
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Dr. John R. Miecznikowski is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Fairfield University since 2007, with a focus on synthetic inorganic and organometallic chemistry. He teaches General Inorganic Chemistry, Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, and research seminars. Education : B.S. in Chemistry (Trinity College), Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry (Yale University), Postdoctoral Faculty Fellow (Boston University). Research interests include: Zinc model complexes for alcohol dehydrogenase Ruthenium complexes for olefin epoxidation N-heterocyclic carbene metal complexes His work bridges bioinorganic models and catalytic applications. Publication trends emphasize transition metal complexes for: Hydrogen transfer reactions Enzyme active site mimics Chelated ligand systems Counter-ion effects on reactivity Awards : Best Undergraduate Poster Award (CMOC 1999) Postdoctoral Faculty Fellow (Boston University) Research students include William Kelly, Cristina Pires, Anthony Martinez, and others who have presented at ACS meetings and Sigma Xi. His lab receives Fairfield University start-up funds and Research Expense Grants .

Shawn Pollardمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Magnetic Materials
• Device Physics
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Shawn Pollard is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Materials Science at the University of Memphis. His research focuses on experimental condensed matter physics, particularly magnetic materials and device physics, leveraging techniques like electron microscopy and Kerr imaging to study spin dynamics in novel materials. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Stony Brook University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the National University of Singapore's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, Stony Brook University Postdoctoral Fellow, National University of Singapore (Electrical and Computer Engineering) Research Interests: Dr. Pollard's work centers on understanding magnetic phenomena in advanced materials through experimental and computational approaches. Key areas include magnetic vortex behavior, domain wall dynamics, and the development of nanomaterials for energy storage and electromagnetic applications. His methodologies include advanced microscopy and transport measurements to probe spin interactions and material properties at the nanoscale. Publications: Recent work highlights investigations into chemical vapor deposition (CVD) synthesis of magnetic nanomaterials, temperature-dependent magnetic properties of alloys, and interface effects in heterostructures. His articles explore topics ranging from supercapacitor electrode design to skyrmion dynamics in cylindrical geometries. Grants & Advising: Details on grants or advising activities are not explicitly provided in the text. Labs/Teams: No specific lab or team affiliations are mentioned in the provided information.