جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Aurel-Mihai VLAICUمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Materials Science
• X-ray Spectroscopy
• Structural Characterization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Aurel-Mihai VLAICU is a Scientific Researcher III at the National Institute of Materials Physics in Romania, where he leads research in the Laboratory of Atomic Structures and Defects in Advanced Materials (LASDAM). With expertise spanning multiple advanced characterization techniques, he focuses on structural and chemical analysis of advanced materials for applications including thermal barrier coatings, solid-oxide fuel cells, and plasma spray deposition technologies. His educational background includes: 1991: M.Sc. in Physics from Bucharest University, Romania 2000: Ph.D. from Kyoto University, Japan, Science Department Dr. VLAICU specializes in structural and chemical characterization of advanced materials using a comprehensive suite of techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD), reflectometry (XRR), fluorescence (XRF), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), focused ion beam (FIB), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), and electron back-scattered diffraction (EBSD). His research spans thermal barrier coatings, solid-oxide fuel cells, plasma spray deposition, and Rietveld powder diffraction analysis. He has developed specialized software for X-ray diffraction analysis (xcif05tk). His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on materials characterization using X-ray techniques, with particular emphasis on nanomaterials, thin films, and crystal structures. His work spans multiple disciplines including materials science, physics, and chemistry, with applications in electronics, energy, and environmental technologies. Recent publications show increasing collaboration with international researchers and a growing emphasis on advanced characterization of novel materials for next-generation devices. No specific scientific awards were mentioned in the available information. While specific advising information isn't provided, Dr. VLAICU appears to collaborate extensively with researchers across multiple institutions. His work involves significant research activity, particularly in materials characterization and development of novel analytical techniques. Dr. VLAICU leads the Laboratory of Atomic Structures and Defects in Advanced Materials (LASDAM) at the National Institute of Materials Physics. This laboratory focuses on advanced characterization of materials using state-of-the-art X-ray and electron microscopy techniques to understand atomic structures and defect properties in various advanced materials systems.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Crystal Plasticity Modeling
• Microstructure Analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dylan Agius is a Research Fellow at Deakin University's School of Engineering, part of the Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment. Based at the Melbourne Burwood Campus, his research focuses on advanced computational modeling of material behavior with particular emphasis on additive manufacturing processes and crystal plasticity. Dr. Agius's research interests span multiple areas of materials science and mechanical engineering: Additive Manufacturing (particularly electron beam powder bed fusion and selective laser melting) Crystal Plasticity Modeling and Finite Element Analysis Microstructure Evolution and Characterization Residual Stress Analysis in Welded and Additively Manufactured Components Mechanical Behavior of Titanium and Stainless Steel Alloys Creep and Fatigue Deformation Mechanisms His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on integrating experimental characterization with computational modeling to understand and predict material behavior. Recent work has particularly emphasized the relationship between microstructure and mechanical properties in additively manufactured metals, with applications to aerospace and safety-critical components. His research often combines advanced techniques like electron backscatter diffraction with sophisticated modeling approaches to capture material behavior at multiple scales. Dr. Agius has published extensively in high-impact journals such as International Journal of Plasticity, Materials Science and Engineering: A, and Additive Manufacturing. His research has been cited extensively, with several papers exceeding 50 citations. His collaborative research involves working with experts in materials characterization, mechanical testing, and computational modeling. Current projects appear to focus on optimizing additive manufacturing processes through computational prediction of microstructure and properties, as well as developing more accurate models for predicting deformation behavior in complex loading scenarios.

Sandie Dannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Chemistry
• Catalysis
• Sustainable Energy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Sandie Dann serves as Professor of Materials Chemistry at Loughborough University, where she has held academic positions since 1997, progressing from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer and ultimately to Chair in 2019. She leads the Powder X-ray Diffraction Consultancy and co-directs the SlowCat mini-CDT (Securing a Sustainable Future using Low Dimensional Catalysts), focusing on sustainable production of biofuels and platform chemicals from waste streams. Her educational foundation includes a BSc and PhD in Chemistry from the University of Southampton, where her doctoral research utilized high-pressure oxygen (up to 700 bar) to investigate unusual oxidation states of transition metals. This early work established her expertise in powder X-ray diffraction and advanced characterization techniques. Professor Dann's research centers on determining structure-property relationships in solid materials to enhance their physical and chemical performance. She specializes in high-temperature/pressure synthesis of oxides, sulfides, and zeolites, with applications spanning environmentally friendly pigments (including a patented tin niobium oxysulfide red-yellow pigment), waste-to-energy catalysis, and hydrogen production technologies. Her work directly supports global sustainability goals through the development of catalysts that convert waste streams into valuable fuels and chemicals. She actively promotes gender diversity in STEM as part of the Sustainable Hydrogen Centre for Doctoral Training (SusHy CDT) through the Women in Science and Engineering campaign. Her industrial collaborations include Kindeva (formerly 3M Healthcare), the National Nuclear Laboratory, and Intelligent Energy, translating academic research into practical solutions for pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and energy sectors. Her laboratory features two powder X-ray diffractometers with sample changers and high-temperature stages, a Braun glovebox, and high-pressure hydrothermal equipment, enabling comprehensive materials characterization including air-sensitive and in-situ experiments. She currently supervises PhD students within the SlowCat mini-CDT framework while maintaining an active public engagement profile through science festivals and previous initiatives like the 'Creating a Colourful Life' project.

Clifford Padgettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Chemistry
• Molecular Dynamics Simulations
• Ab Initio Calculation
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Clifford Padgett serves as Professor of Chemistry in the Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics at Georgia Southern University's College of Science and Mathematics, maintaining an office in Armstrong Science Center Room 2005. His academic credentials include: B.S. in Chemistry & Physics from Erskine College (1997) M.S. in Chemistry from Clemson University (1999) Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry from Clemson University (2002) Postdoctoral research at Clemson University (2003) and North Carolina State University (2003-2006) Dr. Padgett's research integrates advanced computational methodologies across multiple chemistry subdisciplines. His primary focus includes Molecular Dynamics Simulations and Ab Initio Calculations for molecular modeling, complemented by Genetic Algorithms applications in chemical systems optimization. He investigates fundamental Thermodynamics through Reaction Enthalpies computation and explores Biochemistry via Enzyme-Ligand Interactions. His Materials Science work examines Nanomaterials properties, Tribomechanical behaviors of Metals, and X-Ray Diffraction techniques for Powder Data Structure Elucidation. He teaches core chemistry sequences including CHEM 1211/1212 (Principles of Chemistry), CHEM 3401/3402 (Physical Chemistry), and specialized courses such as CHEM 4600 (X-ray Crystallography), CHEM 4940 (Scientific Glassblowing), and graduate-level Physical Chemistry (CHEM 3501/3502). Scientific Awards: No awards documented in provided materials Student advising details and research grant history are not specified in available sources, though his Google Scholar profile indicates scholarly output. Laboratory facilities and research team composition remain unmentioned in the institutional documentation.