جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Monica Olvera de la Cruzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymer Science
• Soft Materials
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Monica Olvera de la Cruz is the Lawyer Taylor Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, and Chemical & Biological Engineering at Northwestern University, with a courtesy appointment in Physics and Astronomy. She directs the Center for Computation & Theory of Soft Materials and serves as Deputy Director of the Center for Bio-Inspired Energy Science. Her research focuses on designing responsive materials, including polymers, electrolytes, and complex fluids, with applications in biotechnology and energy. She holds a Ph.D. from Cambridge University (1985) and a B.A. from UNAM (Mexico). Her research interests include self-assembly of heterogeneous molecules, ionic-driven assembly mechanisms, and functional materials design. Recent work highlights include modeling electrostatic effects in biomimetic systems and exploring superionic conductors. Awards include National Academy of Sciences membership (2012), APS Polymer Prize (2017), and American Philosophical Society membership (2020). Professional service roles: Gordon Research Conferences Board, DOE Basic Energy Sciences, Max Planck Institute advisory board Led over 150 publications since 2020, emphasizing soft matter physics and materials innovation Her group's innovations bridge theoretical physics and applied materials science, with notable achievements in bio-inspired materials and electrochemical systems.

David J Pineمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soft Materials
• Colloids
• Emulsions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David J. Pine is a Silver Professor of Physics and Chair of the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at New York University’s Tandon School of Engineering. He holds joint appointments in Physics and Mathematics within the College of Arts and Science. His research focuses on soft condensed matter, including colloidal self-assembly, complex fluids, and photonics. Pine has pioneered techniques like diffusing-wave spectroscopy to study dynamic systems. Education: Ph.D. in Physics (Cornell University, 1982), M.S. in Physics (Cornell, 1979), B.S. in Physics and Mathematics (Wheaton College, 1975). Research Interests: Pine’s work spans colloids, emulsions, and DNA-functionalized particles. He explores self-assembly mechanisms, rheology, and light-scattering techniques. Notable projects include colloidal diamond lattices and programmable patchy particles. Publications: Over 200 papers, including influential work on lock-and-key colloids (2010), colloidal crystallization (2015), and light-activated swimmers (2013). Recent studies focus on structural colored biomaterials (2025) and entropy-driven assembly (2023). Awards: Guggenheim Fellow, APS Fellow, AAAS Fellow, and Michelin Chair (ESPCI ParisTech). Lab: Pine Research Group at NYU, specializing in soft matter and nanotechnology. Collaborations span materials science, biophysics, and engineering.

• Functional Soft Materials
• Light-Activated Materials
• Soft Robotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Arri Priimägi is a Professor at Tampere University's Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, leading the Smart Photonic Materials research group. He focuses on functional soft materials, particularly light-activated systems for applications in soft robotics, photonics, and biomaterials science. His interdisciplinary work bridges physics, chemistry, and engineering, emphasizing collaboration to advance materials for future technologies. Education: PhD in Applied Physics from Helsinki University of Technology (2009), MSc in Physics from Tampere University of Technology (2004). His career includes postdoctoral research in Japan (Tokyo Institute of Technology) and Italy (Politecnico di Milano). Research Interests: Design of stimuli-responsive materials, light-driven actuators, and bioinspired systems. Key projects include ERC Starting Grant-funded work on tunable photonic structures and an ERC Proof-of-Concept Grant for optical humidity sensing. He leads the Chemistry & Advanced Materials research cluster and contributes to the PREIN Flagship in photonics. Awards : Academy of Finland Award for Scientific Courage (2018) ERC Starting Grant (2016) Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award (2009) Grants & Projects : ERC Proof of Concept: Optical Sensing of Humidity (2018–2020) ERC Starting Grant: Tunable Photonic Structures (2016–2021) Academy of Finland Fellowship: Halogen-Bonded Materials (2014–2019) Labs/Teams: Active in the Smart Photonic Materials group and collaborates internationally on soft robotics and photonic materials.

Giulia Semeghiniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Information Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Giulia Semeghini is an Assistant Professor of Applied Physics at Harvard University's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) . Her research focuses on experimental investigations of highly-entangled phases of matter and quantum information processing using programmable atom arrays. The Semeghini Lab, part of the Harvard Quantum Initiative (HQI) and the Center for Ultracold Atoms (CUA), explores intersections between condensed matter physics, high-energy physics, and quantum chemistry. Key achievements include assembling an ultra-high vacuum chamber for atom arrays in 2024 and relocating to the Goel building (HQI's new home) in April 2024. The lab actively recruits students and researchers for open positions at all levels. Research themes span quantum simulation, topological qubits, entanglement engineering, and scalable quantum architectures. Publications emphasize quantum gate implementations, hybrid atom systems, and variational Monte Carlo enhancements. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but contributions to quantum hardware and algorithms are notable. The lab collaborates widely, aiming to bridge theory and experiment in quantum technologies.

Michael Haganمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysics
• Soft Condensed Matter
• Active Matter
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michael Hagan is a Professor of Physics at Brandeis University, affiliated with the Martin A. Fisher School of Physics. His research focuses on understanding the physical principles governing assembly and dynamic organization in biological and biomimetic systems. He employs computational and theoretical methods, including machine learning, to study viral capsid assembly, bacterial microcompartments, and active matter systems. His work bridges length and time scales to elucidate emergent behaviors in nonequilibrium systems. Education: PhD in Physics from the University of California, Berkeley (2003). His group, the Hagan Lab, collaborates with experimentalists and has received funding from the DOE, NSF, Keck Foundation, and NIH. Key areas include viral genome assembly optimization, bacterial microcompartment formation, and the dynamics of active nematics. Recent studies explore defect-ordered phases, phase separation in active colloids, and programmable self-assembly of geometric structures. Research interests span biophysics, soft condensed matter, and computational modeling. His lab's work has implications for synthetic biology, drug design, and material science. Collaborations with experimental groups (e.g., Z. Dogic's lab) have led to discoveries in active matter dynamics and biomimetic systems.

Jonathan Doyeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• DNA Biophysics
• DNA Nanotechnology
• Liquid Crystals
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Doye is a Professor of Theoretical Chemistry at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Queens College. He holds positions in the Department of Chemistry and collaborates with the Brandeis Bioinspired Soft Materials MRSEC. His research focuses on theoretical and computational studies of soft matter and biomolecular systems, including DNA biophysics, DNA nanotechnology, liquid crystals, and quasicrystals. He co-developed the oxDNA coarse-grained model for DNA simulations, widely used in nanotechnology research. Education: Bachelor’s and PhD in Theoretical Chemistry from the University of Cambridge Postdoctoral research at FOM Institute in Amsterdam (1996–1998) Research Interests: Coarse-grained modeling of DNA and RNA Patchy-particle self-assembly (including quasicrystals) Prokaryotic S-layer structural analysis Liquid crystal phase behavior of DNA origami rods Key Achievements: Discovery of one-component icosahedral quasicrystals via patchy particles Development of oxDNA model for DNA origami simulations Structural elucidation of S-layers across prokaryotes Awards: Royal Society of Chemistry Harrison Memorial Prize (2000) Labs/Teams: Jonathan Doye's Research Group focuses on computational studies of soft matter systems, with experimental collaborations in DNA nanotechnology and materials science.

• Atomic, Molecular & Optical Physics
• Quantum Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

A. Douglas Stone is the Carl A. Morse Professor of Applied Physics and Professor of Physics at Yale University, and Deputy Director of the Yale Quantum Institute. His research focuses on theoretical condensed matter and optical physics, with emphasis on quantum transport, mesoscopic systems, laser physics, and wave chaos. He has contributed to foundational work on microcavity lasers, Steady-state Ab initio Laser Theory (SALT), and non-Hermitian systems such as coherent perfect absorption (CPA). His education includes a Ph.D. from MIT (1983) and a Rhodes Scholarship (1976-1978). Research Highlights: Development of SALT for microlaser design, discovery of CPA as time-reversed lasing, and exploration of Anderson localization in disordered systems. Awards include the Willis Lamb Medal (2015) and Phi Beta Kappa Science Book Award (2014) for his book Einstein and the Quantum . Advising: Supervised numerous Ph.D. students including Li Ge, Harald Schwefel, and Hakan Türeci. Collaborates with experimental groups on laser engineering, quantum computing, and nonlinear optics. Supported by NSF grants in materials and theoretical physics. Labs/Teams: Leads the A. Douglas Stone Research Group at Yale, focusing on non-Hermitian photonics, quantum measurement, and mesoscopic physics. Active in designing novel lasers and exploring topological optical systems.

Susanne Schmeierمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Water Governance
• Transboundary Water Management
• Water Law
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Susanne Schmeier is an Associate Professor of Water Law and Diplomacy and Head of the Water Governance Department at IHE Delft Institute for Water Education. She holds courtesy and affiliate academic appointments at Oregon State University (Water Resources Policy and Management Programme), the Fletcher School at Tufts University, and is affiliated with the International Water Law Academy at Wuhan University, China. Her research centers on the legal and institutional frameworks governing water resources at national and transboundary levels. Key areas include water diplomacy, negotiation and conflict resolution, the role of basin organizations, and the sustainable management of water-linked ecosystems. She investigates how cooperation over shared natural resources evolves amid global environmental changes and crises, and how institutions can foster equitable and sustainable outcomes. Her scholarly and policy work spans water governance, international environmental law, and climate resilience. While no specific publications are listed in the provided text, her presence on Google Scholar indicates an active research profile. Her work consistently bridges academic inquiry and real-world policy application. Scientific and Advisory Roles: International Waters Panel Member, Scientific and Technical Advisory Panel (STAP), Global Environment Facility (GEF) Co-Director, Shared Waters Lab Partnership Member of multiple international and national expert groups on water, environment, and climate conflict and cooperation Advisor to governments, international organizations, and river basin organizations on legal, institutional, and conflict resolution matters Professional Background: Former roles at Gesellschaft für internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Mekong River Commission (MRC) World Bank – all in water and environmental cooperation Academic Affiliations: Courtesy Faculty, Water Resources Policy and Management (WRPM), Oregon State University, USA Faculty Affiliate, The Fletcher School, Tufts University, USA Affiliated Researcher, International Water Law Academy, Wuhan University, China

Sonia Antoranz Conteraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Physics
• Nanotechnology
• Biomechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sonia Antoranz Contera is a Full Professor of Biological Physics at the University of Oxford and Associate Head of the Physics Department. Her research bridges physics, nanotechnology, and biology, focusing on the interplay of mechanics, chemistry, and electricity in biological systems. She leads projects on neural interfaces, sustainable architecture inspired by biological principles, and nanomedicine. Notable collaborations include work with Amanda Levete Architects on bioinspired materials and the EU-funded ZEBAI initiative for carbon-neutral buildings. Her book Nano Comes to Life (Princeton University Press) explores nanotechnology's impact on biology and medicine. She also engages in public discourse through columns in El Pais and academic lectures on the history of physics and ethics in science. Education: PhD in Physics (Osaka University), with postdoctoral work across global institutions. Research Interests: Biomechanics of growth, AFM of biological systems, neuromorphic computing, and sustainable materials. Funding: John Fell Fund, Moore Foundation, EU Horizon Programme (ZEBAI), UKRI (BuildAir). Her lab's recent work includes AI-driven cement microstructure synthesis, PDMS mechanical aging studies, and anaesthesia mechanisms linked to neuronal viscoelasticity. She advises on policy and innovation, advocating for ethical, equitable scientific progress.

Anna C. Balazsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soft matter theory
• Polymer physics
• Smart materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anna C. Balazs is Distinguished Professor and John A. Swanson Chair of Engineering in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, with an adjunct appointment in Chemistry and visiting professorships at Scripps Research Institute, UT-Austin and Oxford University. In 2025 she receives the €10,000 Gutenberg Research Award from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) for her pioneering theoretical work on smart soft materials. She earned an A.B. in Physics from Bryn Mawr College (1975) and a Ph.D. in Materials Science from MIT (1981), followed by post-doctoral research at Brandeis, MIT and UMass. Research interests span theoretical and computational soft-matter physics, focusing on: Statistical-mechanical modelling of polymer blends and composites Self-oscillating and chemo-responsive hydrogels Active matter, enzyme-powered swimmers and self-propelling sheets Self-healing, shape-morphing and bio-inspired materials Computer simulation of colloidal and interfacial phenomena Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a clear trend toward integrating chemistry, fluid mechanics and elasticity to create life-like, autonomous soft machines. Key contributions include: Harnessing enzyme pumps to drive macroscopic sheet locomotion Designing chemically communicating micro-post arrays Creating dissipative materials with programmable, hierarchical 3-D architectures Scientific awards include: Gutenberg Research Award 2025 Polymer Physics Prize, American Physical Society SF Boys-A. Rahman Award, Royal Society of Chemistry Langmuir Lectureship Award, American Chemical Society Election to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences (2021) She serves on the Advisory Board of the DOE-BES Materials Council and on editorial boards for Langmuir , Soft Matter and Polymer Reviews . Her group collaborates closely with experimental teams world-wide, including the DFG-NSF “Confine” partnership with JGU and the CoM2Life Cluster of Excellence initiative.

Ulrich F Keyserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Physics
• Biophysics
• Nanotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Ulrich F Keyser is a faculty member at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Cavendish Laboratory and the Physics of Medicine department. His research focuses on applied physics in biological and soft systems, utilizing advanced techniques such as nanopore sensing, microfluidics, and DNA nanostructures. Keyser's work bridges biophysics, nanotechnology, and molecular biology, with applications in biomedical engineering and biomimetic systems. Research interests include: Single-molecule sensing and manipulation Nanopore-based diagnostics and RNA/DNA analysis Synthetic cell models and membrane biophysics DNA/RNA nanostructures and programmable sensors Ion transport and molecular dynamics in confined systems Biophysics of protein oligomers and nucleic acid modifications His recent publications highlight advancements in nanopore detection of RNA mutations, DNA structural studies, and programmable biosensing technologies. Keyser's laboratory employs interdisciplinary approaches combining physics, chemistry, and biology to address fundamental and applied questions in biomedical and soft matter systems.

Curt von Keyserlingkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Quantum Many-Body Systems
• Topological Phases of Matter
• Quantum Information Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Curt von Keyserlingk is a Reader (equivalent to Associate Professor) in theoretical physics at King's College London, based in the Theory & Simulation of Condensed Matter Group within the Department of Physics, Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences. His research focuses on understanding complex quantum systems through both analytical and numerical approaches. His educational background includes an MMath from the University of Cambridge, followed by DPhil studies at the University of Oxford under Professor Steve Simon. Prior to his current position at King's, he held a postdoctoral research fellowship at the Princeton Center for Theoretical Science and was a lecturer at the University of Birmingham. Dr. von Keyserlingk's research centers on interacting quantum systems, studying exotic phenomena such as superconductivity, topological order, localization, and time crystallinity. His work bridges the gap between fundamental quantum mechanics and practical applications in quantum computing. He develops both analytical frameworks and numerical tools to understand how quantum systems evolve and behave under various conditions, with particular emphasis on non-equilibrium dynamics, quantum information processing, and topological phases of matter. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on quantum many-body systems, with particular attention to topological phases in three dimensions, operator dynamics in quantum systems, and the interplay between dissipation and quantum information. His work spans from fundamental theoretical questions about quantum thermalization to practical applications in quantum error correction and quantum computing architectures. Dr. von Keyserlingk is the recipient of a prestigious UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship, which supports his research on robust many-body quantum phenomena. His current projects include 'Robust Many-body Quantum Phenomena Through Driving And Dissipation' (2025-2028) and 'Robust many-body Quantum phenomena through Driving and Dissipation' (2022-2025). He actively supervises PhD students and runs the physics intercollegiate programme between King's College London and Royal Holloway, University of London. His research group focuses on developing new theoretical frameworks to understand quantum systems that could potentially be harnessed for quantum computing applications.

• Bio-inspired robotics
• Soft robotics
• Magnetic micro-robotics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Hamidreza Marvi is an Associate Professor in the School for Engineering of Matter, Transport and Energy at Arizona State University , with additional affiliations as a Senior Global Futures Scientist . His work bridges bio-inspired robotics , soft robotics , and mechanics of animal locomotion . Education : Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Georgia Tech, 2013), M.S. in Biomedical Engineering (Sharif University, 2007), M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Clemson, 2009), B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Iran University of Science and Technology, 2004). Marvi’s research focuses on biological systems interacting with solid, granular, and fluidic environments , translating these insights into bio-inspired robotic systems for search-and-rescue, medical, and planetary exploration. His work has been featured in Science , PNAS , and popular media like the New York Times and BBC . Recent publications highlight trends in magnetic microrobotics , soft robot control , and locomotion in granular media , with applications in medical devices, underwater inspection, and space exploration. His BIRTH Lab develops programmable interfacial structures and adaptive locomotion systems. Scientific Awards : KEEN Professorship (2017), Peebles Award (2015), Sigma Xi Best Ph.D. Thesis (2014), TechSTAR Award (2012), Emerald Publishing Literati Network Award (2011). Marvi has supervised teams for NASA competitions, co-organized robotics workshops, and served as a reviewer for journals like Nature-Scientific Reports and conferences including IEEE-IROS. His teaching portfolio includes courses in system dynamics, robotic control, and applied projects .

• Physics of Complex Systems
• Self-Assembly Processes
• DNA Nanotechnology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Constantine Evans is a Research Fellow at the Hamilton Institute, Maynooth University, focusing on the physics of complex self-assembly processes. His work examines how simple particles organize into intricate structures through algorithmic self-assembly, with applications in DNA nanotechnology and computational modeling. Institution: Maynooth University Research Unit: Hamilton Institute Location: Eolas Building, 3rd Floor, Office 339 Research Interests: Evans investigates non-equilibrium self-assembly systems, particularly DNA tile crystal growth and kinetic control mechanisms. His research bridges physics, computational theory, and molecular engineering to uncover unexpected behaviors in basic physical processes. Publication Trends: His recent work (2018-2024) demonstrates interdisciplinary advancements in DNA computing, focusing on proofreading systems, tile compiler optimization, and kinetic modeling. These publications span peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, and algorithmic frameworks that connect theoretical computer science with experimental biophysics. Labs & Teams: He is affiliated with the Hamilton Institute, a research center specializing in systems biology, computational modeling, and interdisciplinary scientific investigations.

Michael Montenariمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Palaeoecology
• Biogeography
• Microfossil Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Michael Montenari is a Lecturer in Palaeontology and Stratigraphy at Keele University's School of Life Sciences. He serves as Programme Director for Environmental Science and Sustainability and Environmental Management. His academic career includes a PhD (1999) and Habilitation (2005) in Earth Sciences, with postdoctoral research at the CNRS (France) and University of Tübingen (Germany). Education: Dr. rer. nat. (PhD) in Earth Sciences, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (1999) Diplom-Geologe (MSc), Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (1996) Studies at Université-Louis-Pasteur (France), UCLA (USA), and others Research Interests: Focuses on Palaeoecology, microfossil analysis, stromatolite genesis, and geodynamic processes in the Variscan Belt and Rodinia fragmentation. His work integrates stratigraphy, geochemistry, and sedimentology to explore Earth's geological history. Teaching & Advising: Leads modules in Palaeontology, Stratigraphy, and fieldwork. Supervised PhD students including Steve Rogers (2015) and Tim Ferriday (2014). Active in interdisciplinary environmental science programs. Recent Research Trends: Articles emphasize Carboniferous and Jurassic stratigraphy, geochemical reconstructions of ancient ocean systems, and mineralogical modeling. Highlights include studies on ammonoid taxonomy and Southern Ocean carbon dynamics.