جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Materials Science
• Metallurgy
• Ceramic Materials
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Joakim Odqvist is a Professor and Head of Department at the Structures unit within the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH). He specializes in materials science, with a focus on phase separation in alloys, nanostructure evolution, and the mechanical behavior of advanced materials. His research integrates experimental techniques like small-angle neutron scattering and atom probe tomography with computational modeling to study materials such as stainless steels, cemented carbides, and cast irons. Odqvist teaches courses in ceramic materials, material design, and materials structures, mentoring students at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His work addresses challenges in corrosion resistance, fatigue, and additive manufacturing, contributing to the development of high-performance materials for industrial applications. Research Interests: Phase separation mechanisms, spinodal decomposition in Fe-Cr alloys, nanostructure evolution in duplex stainless steels, diffusion kinetics, and the application of statistical models to hydrogen diffusion. His studies often bridge fundamental material science with practical engineering solutions, emphasizing predictive simulations and material design. Recent Articles: His publications focus on controlling nanostructures in super duplex steels, functional gradient carbides, and statistical models for hydrogen diffusion. Key themes include optimizing heat treatments to mitigate embrittlement, understanding precipitation kinetics in additively manufactured materials, and leveraging phase field modeling to predict material behavior. These studies highlight his role in advancing materials for harsh environments, such as aerospace and energy sectors.

Peter Müller-Buschbaumمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Polymer Physics
• Energy Materials
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Peter Müller-Buschbaum is a Full Professor and Head of the Chair of Functional Materials at the Physics Department of the Technical University of Munich (TUM). He has held this position since April 2018 and also served as Scientific Director of the Research Neutron Source Heinz Maier-Leibnitz (FRM-II) and the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Center (MLZ) from 2018 to 2023. His leadership extends to multiple roles including Core Member of the Integrated Research Institute Munich Institute of Integrated Materials, Energy and Process Engineering (MEP) since 2021, and Head of the Renewable Energies Network (NRG) at MEP. Full Professor (W3), Head of the Chair of Functional Materials at TUM School of Natural Sciences (since 04/2018) Deputy Editor of "ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces" (since 01/2024) Supervising Professor "Electronics Laboratory" at TUM School of Natural Sciences (since 11/2023) Member of TUM Sustainability Board (since 05/2023) Core Member of MEP Institute (since 10/2021) Head of Renewable Energies Network at MEP (since 10/2021) Prof. Müller-Buschbaum's research spans energy materials for photovoltaics and battery technologies, smart responsive materials that adapt to environmental stimuli, and nanocomposite materials with tailored properties. His group employs advanced scattering techniques to characterize materials at the nanoscale, providing insights into structure-property relationships critical for developing next-generation energy technologies. His extensive publication record demonstrates particular expertise in perovskite solar cells, lithium-ion battery technologies, and polymer-based functional materials, with recent work focusing on improving device stability and efficiency while understanding fundamental degradation mechanisms. His publications reveal a strong emphasis on energy conversion and storage technologies, with particular attention to interfacial engineering in both photovoltaic and battery systems. The research shows sophisticated integration of materials synthesis, advanced characterization, and device engineering to address critical challenges in renewable energy technologies. His work bridges fundamental science with practical applications through collaborations with major international research facilities. Scientific Service and Recognition Member of the Council of the Cluster of Excellence "ORIGINS" (since 01/2019) Spokesperson of the Chemical Physics and Polymer Physics Association of DPG (03/2021-10/2022) Member of the European Spallation Source Scientific Advisory Panel (since 03/2011) German representative at the European Polymer Federation for polymer physics (since 03/2011) Chairman of the Keylab "TUM.solar" in the Bavarian research project "Solar Technologies Go Hybrid" (since 03/2012) Prof. Müller-Buschbaum actively contributes to academic community through editorial work, having served as Associate Editor (2012-2022), Executive Editor (2023), and currently Deputy Editor (2024-present) of "ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces". He maintains strong international collaborations with synchrotron and neutron facilities worldwide, reflecting his expertise in advanced materials characterization techniques essential for cutting-edge materials research.

• Computational Materials Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanomaterials
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Paul Erhart is a Professor in Condensed Matter and Materials Theory at the Department of Physics, Chalmers University. He received his PhD from Technische Universität Darmstadt in 2006, followed by postdoctoral and staff positions at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory from 2007, before joining Chalmers in 2011. His research bridges computational physics, materials science, and machine learning to tackle fundamental problems in materials design and characterization. Dr. Erhart's research focuses on computational materials science with particular emphasis on condensed matter physics, nanomaterials, and quantum materials. His work spans from developing computational methods like machine-learned potentials (GPUMD, neuroevolution potentials) to studying fundamental phenomena in perovskites, 2D materials, thermal transport, and plasmonics. He has pioneered approaches connecting simulation with experimental techniques through correlation functions and has made significant contributions to understanding phase transitions, defect physics, and electronic structure in complex materials systems. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating machine learning with traditional computational physics methods. His work increasingly focuses on developing and applying neuroevolution potentials to study thermal properties, phase transitions, and optical phenomena in materials. There's also a clear emphasis on connecting computational results with experimental observations, particularly in neutron scattering, Raman spectroscopy, and plasmonic sensing applications. His research spans fundamental materials physics to applied areas like hydrogen sensing and sustainable materials development. Dr. Erhart has contributed to numerous software packages essential to the computational materials science community, including WulffPack for Wulff constructions, Dynasor for extracting dynamical structure factors, calorine for neuroevolution potential models, and ICET for alloy cluster expansions. His collaborative work spans multiple institutions and disciplines, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern materials research. His contributions to understanding perovskite materials, thermal transport phenomena, and plasmonic systems have established him as a leading researcher in computational materials science.

Grégoire Allaireمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Scientific Computing
• Multi-scale Modeling
• Partial Differential Equations
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Grégoire Allaire is a Professor of Applied Mathematics at École Polytechnique, where he leads research in shape optimization , homogenization , and multi-scale modeling . His work bridges theoretical and applied domains, focusing on partial differential equations (PDEs), composite materials, and computational methods.

Dario Vretenarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Nuclear Physics
• Energy Density Functional Theory
• Low-Energy Nuclear Effective Field Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dario Vretenar is a Professor of Physics at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Sciences, University of Zagreb (since 2001). He has held academic roles including Associate Professor (1997-2001) and Assistant Professor (1993-1997). His research focuses on theoretical nuclear physics, particularly energy density functional theory, nuclear weak interactions, and computational physics. He has held visiting positions at institutions such as Technical University Munich (Visiting Professor, 1999-2000) and University of Tokyo (2010). Education: Ph.D. in Theoretical Nuclear Physics (University of Zagreb, 1988); M.Sc. in Physics (University of Zagreb, 1982). Postdoctoral fellowships included Yale University (1990) and Alexander von Humboldt Fellowships at Technical University Munich (1991-1993, 1997). Research Interests: Algebraic structure models for high-angular momentum states Low-energy nuclear effective field theory Nuclear astrophysical applications Development of relativistic energy density functionals Publications: Over 210 peer-reviewed articles (h-index 43, 7,000+ citations), 8 books, and 100+ conference contributions. Notable works include studies on nuclear clustering, quantum phase transitions, and neutron skin structure. Awards: Croatian Academy of Science and Arts Award for Science and Mathematics (2002) Croatian National Award for Science (2003) Fellow of the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts (2012) Service Roles: President of the Croatian Science Foundation (2013–present) Chair of the Physics Committee, Agency for Science and Higher Education, Croatia (2009–present) Board Member of Euroschool on Exotic Beams (2012–present) Teaching: Courses include Quantum Physics, Nuclear Structure, and Nuclear Astrophysics at undergraduate and graduate levels. Supervised numerous students in theoretical nuclear physics.

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 .

Edward Andòمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• 3D Image Analysis
• Digital Volume Correlation
• X-ray Tomography
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Edward Andò is a Principal Scientist and Lecturer at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) , with affiliations to the IMAGING group and the College of Engineering (ENAC) . His work bridges software development, experimental geomechanics, and educational initiatives in image analysis. Principal Scientist, IMAGING-GE (EPFL) Lecturer, Sciences et Génie Civil (SGC-ENS) Lecturer, Enseignement à la Défense (EDEE-ENS) Research Interests Andò specializes in 3D image analysis , with a focus on X-ray tomography , digital volume correlation (DVC) , and micromechanical modeling of granular materials. His work addresses geomechanical failure mechanisms, soil dynamics, and open-source software tools like SPAM for practical material analysis. Publication Trends His recent articles (2025–2023) emphasize X-ray tomography for studying granular deformation , rock failure , medical imaging , and soft particle compaction . Topics span geomechanics, computational modeling, and software development for experimental validation. Labs and Teams Andò contributes to the IMAGING group at EPFL, where he co-develops the SPAM (Software for Practical Analysis of Materials) . His teaching includes courses like Fundamentals of Image Analysis and Quantitative Imaging for Engineers , which integrate hands-on training with theoretical frameworks.

• Radiation Detectors
• Materials Physics
• Perovskite Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Paul Sellin is a Professor of Physics at the University of Surrey's School of Mathematics and Physics, with visiting roles at UCL and the University of Wollongong. He holds a PhD in Nuclear Physics from the University of Edinburgh (1992) and a BSc (Hons) in Physics from the University of Birmingham (1988). His research focuses on radiation detector materials, including perovskites, semiconductors, and scintillators, with applications in medical imaging, nuclear security, and high-energy physics. Key interests include perovskite semiconductor development, neutron/gamma detection, and radiation-hard materials. His group collaborates internationally on projects like the DTRA Interaction of Ionizing Radiation with Matter (IIRM) University Research Alliance. Publications highlight advancements in X-ray detection using perovskite nanocomposites, Cu-doped crystals, and organic semiconductors. His work emphasizes material synthesis, charge transport optimization, and device fabrication for low-dose imaging and high-sensitivity detection. Professor Sellin has supervised over 30 postgraduate students, many contributing to seminal studies on perovskite detectors, plastic scintillators, and semiconductor characterization. His contributions span academic networks like the Nuclear Threat Reduction Network (NTR-net) and the STFC NuSec program.

Nishant Gargمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Construction Materials
• Sustainable Infrastructure
• Environmental Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nishant Garg is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on sustainable construction materials, particularly cement-based systems, leveraging advanced characterization techniques such as X-ray scattering, neutron diffraction, and Raman imaging. His work addresses environmental sustainability through innovations in low-carbon materials, waste utilization, and durability enhancement. Education: Ph.D. in Nanoscience, Aarhus University (2015) M.S. in Civil Engineering Materials, Iowa State University (2012) B.E. and Diploma in Civil Engineering, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology and Chandigarh College of Eng. & Tech. (2010, 2007) Research Interests: Sustainable cement chemistry, material characterization, carbonation processes, and development of eco-friendly construction materials. His lab, the Garg Group, emphasizes multi-scale analysis (nano-to-macro) to bridge fundamental science and practical applications. Key Contributions: Innovations include the UR2 test for cement reactivity, SorpVision for automated sorptivity assessment, and VR tools for materials education. These advances aim to reduce costs, improve material performance, and promote circular economy practices. Awards and Roles: Dean’s Award for Excellence in Research (2025) Member, Transportation Research Board AKM 50 Committee (2025–Present) Recipient of American Ceramic Society’s Stephen Brunauer Award (2021) Advising and Grants: Actively recruiting MS/Ph.D. students. Leads initiatives on low-carbon concrete, funded by NSF and industry collaborations. Serves on CEE advisory committees and graduate admissions. Labs/Teams: The Garg Group integrates interdisciplinary approaches, collaborating with materials scientists, engineers, and data scientists to tackle global infrastructure challenges.

Kent Yagiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Theoretical Astrophysics
• Gravity and Cosmology
• Gravitational Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kent Yagi is an Associate Professor in the Physics Department at the University of Virginia, specializing in theoretical astrophysics, gravity, and cosmology. His research focuses on using gravitational waves from compact objects like black holes and neutron stars to probe fundamental physics, including testing General Relativity in strong-field regimes and determining the equation of state of nuclear matter. Position: Associate Professor (2023-present), previously Assistant Professor (2017-2023) Education: Ph.D. in Physics from Kyoto University (2012) Prior positions: Postdoctoral Research Scholar at Princeton University (2015-2017), Postdoctoral Research Associate at Montana State University (2012-2015) Yagi's research centers on theoretical modeling of neutron stars and gravitational wave physics. He is particularly known for discovering the 'I-Love-Q' universal relations among neutron star observables that are insensitive to the equation of state. His work enables testing strong-field gravity and probing nuclear physics through gravitational wave observations. He also investigates binary pulsar systems as precision laboratories for testing gravitational theories beyond General Relativity. His research has significant implications for multi-messenger astronomy, connecting gravitational wave observations with electromagnetic counterparts to extract fundamental physics. The field has evolved rapidly since the first gravitational wave detection in 2015, and Yagi's theoretical predictions have helped shape how we interpret these observations to test gravity and nuclear physics in extreme conditions. NSF CAREER Award (2023) Sloan Research Fellowship (2019) IUPAP Young Scientist Prize (2019) Mead Honored Faculty (2018-2019) Yagi leads an active research group at UVA with multiple graduate and undergraduate students. His group collaborates with researchers across departments, including high energy physicists, nuclear physicists, astronomers, and researchers at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory. Current research directions include multi-band gravitational wave tests of general relativity, constraining nuclear matter parameters with GW170817, and developing parameterized post-Einsteinian gravitational waveform models for various modified gravity theories. The group has received multiple student research fellowships and awards, demonstrating strong mentorship and training of the next generation of physicists.

Jorge Piekarewiczمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Theory
• Neutron Stars
• Dense Matter
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jorge Piekarewicz is a Professor of Physics at Florida State University (FSU), affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in theoretical nuclear physics from the University of Pennsylvania in 1985, followed by postdoctoral research at Caltech and Indiana University. Since 1990, he has been a faculty member at FSU. Education: Ph.D. in Theoretical Nuclear Physics, University of Pennsylvania (1985) Postdoctoral Fellowships: California Institute of Technology and Indiana University Research Interests: His work focuses on extreme-density nuclear matter in neutron stars, bridging terrestrial experiments and astrophysical observations. Key areas include: Neutron star structure and equation of state Weak interaction probes (e.g., parity-violating electron scattering) Multi-messenger astronomy insights from neutron star mergers Covariant energy density functionals and symmetry energy constraints Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes refining the nuclear equation of state using PREX-CREX experiments, gravitational wave data (e.g., GW170817), and Bayesian methods. Key themes include neutron skin thickness, crust-core interactions, and symmetry energy sensitivity. Service & Outreach: Nuclear Science Advisory Committee (2012–2015) FRIB Theory Alliance Director (2017–2021) INT National Advisory Committee Chair (2018–2020) OLLI Lecturer on stellar evolution and neutron stars Collaborations: Active involvement with CERN, FRIB, JLab, and the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB). Research leverages facilities like the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider and the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory.

Stephen Croftمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Materials Measurement Science
• Radiation Detection
• Nuclear Spectroscopy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Stephen Croft is a faculty member at Lancaster University , affiliated with the School of Engineering . His research focuses on Nuclear Materials Measurement Science , with expertise in radiation detection, neutron interrogation, and X-ray/gamma-ray spectroscopy. Current projects include cosmic ray neutron monitoring , active neutron interrogation of nuclear materials , and radiation damage assessment . His recent publications emphasize semi-empirical modeling of atomic interactions and advanced detection techniques for nuclear applications. He has contributed to understanding vacancy transfer probabilities , X-ray fluorescence cross-sections , and water detection in nuclear environments . His work supports nuclear security, power plant safety, and space weather monitoring. Scientific awards : None explicitly mentioned in the text. Research groups : Involved in Nuclear Space Weather initiatives.

Matthias Schlottbomمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Numerical Analysis
• Computational Mathematics
• Radiative Transfer
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthias Schlottbom is an Associate Professor specializing in Mathematics of Computational Science, with a focus on numerical methods and their applications in physics, biology, and engineering. His research integrates advanced computational techniques with interdisciplinary problems, including radiative transfer, photonic crystals, and chemotaxis modeling. Research Interests: Schlottbom’s work spans numerical analysis, finite element methods, and machine learning. He develops high-order discretization schemes, iterative solvers for anisotropic transport, and mathematical frameworks for biological network formation. Publications: Recent articles highlight his contributions to accelerating radiative transfer simulations, extending component mode synthesis for Helmholtz equations, and analyzing diffusion limits in kinetic models. His work often bridges computational mathematics with practical applications in photonics and multiscale systems. Collaborations: He actively collaborates on datasets for optical simulations, radiative transfer algorithms, and photonic crystal modeling, contributing to open-access repositories like 4TU.Centre and Zenodo. Activities: Schlottbom has organized workshops such as the Kinetic Theory Workshop in the Netherlands and delivered keynotes on residual minimization and data-driven methods for transport equations. Scientific Awards: No specific awards or fellowships are mentioned in the provided materials. Advising & Grants: Details about students, advising roles, or grant funding are not included in the available data.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Magnetism
• Multiferroics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Valery Kiryukhin is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Rutgers University, where he also serves as a Member of the Graduate Faculty. His research focuses on electronic, structural, and magnetic properties of novel materials, particularly in strongly-correlated systems, quantum magnetism, and multiferroics. He leads the Rutgers Center for Emergent Materials (RCEM), emphasizing collaborations to explore spin liquids, frustrated magnets, and materials with self-organized nanostructures using advanced neutron and x-ray scattering techniques. His experimental work combines campus-based facilities with national labs like Brookhaven National Laboratory and NIST, offering students unique exposure to cutting-edge scattering facilities and crystal growth. Key areas include magnetoelectric coupling, spin-phonon interactions, and domain dynamics in antiferromagnetic materials. His group has pioneered visualization methods for antiferromagnetic domains, as seen in recent publications. Kiryukhin has received prestigious awards including the Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award, NSF CAREER Award, and Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship. He is a Fellow of the American Physical Society (2014) and co-recipient of a W. M. Keck Foundation grant. His research bridges fundamental condensed matter physics with applications in quantum information technologies. Awards: Donald H. Jacob’s Chair in Applied Physics, Alexander von Humboldt Bessel Award, NSF CAREER Award Grants: W. M. Keck Foundation Award (2014), DOE and NSF projects Collaborations: RCEM, Brookhaven National Lab, NIST His lab provides advanced training in scattering techniques, crystallography, and interdisciplinary collaborations, shaping the next generation of materials physicists.

Patrick A. Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Condensed Matter Theory
• Mesoscopic Physics
• High Temperature Superconductivity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patrick A. Lee is the William & Emma Rogers Professor of Physics at MIT, active since 1982. He specializes in condensed matter theory and mesoscopic physics, focusing on strongly correlated electronic systems and high-temperature superconductivity. His research explores quantum transport phenomena, disordered systems, and many-body field theory. Affiliations: MIT Department of Physics, Condensed Matter Theory Group at MIT Education: PhD '70 from MIT (implied by institutional credential notation). Research emphasizes novel phenomena in doped Mott insulators and quantum Hall effects. He pioneered concepts like universal conductance fluctuations in mesoscopic systems. Awards: 2022 Anatoly Larkin Senior Researcher Award 2005 Dirac Medal (ICTP) 1991 Oliver Buckley Prize (APS) APS Fellow (1986) His work bridges theory and experiment, influencing quantum computing through insights into Majorana fermions. Active in theoretical physics since joining MIT, with prior Bell Labs tenure (1972-1982).