Amy S. Mullin is a Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Maryland, College Park. Her research focuses on chemical dynamics of highly excited molecules, collisional energy transfer, and high-resolution transient optical probing. She specializes in studying molecules in extreme rotational states created by optical centrifuges, with applications in understanding energy transfer mechanisms and molecular behavior under extreme conditions. Her work integrates experimental techniques like transient IR spectroscopy with computational trajectory calculations. Key research interests include molecular collision dynamics, rotational energy transfer in superrotors, and the development of optical methods for state-resolved analysis. Her contributions span chemical physics, molecular spectroscopy, and reaction dynamics, often involving collaborations on cutting-edge experimental setups. Recent studies highlight her exploration of multicolor lithography for nanopatterning and the dynamics of molecules in extreme environments, published in journals like Journal of Physical Chemistry . Awards and grants supporting her work are not explicitly mentioned, but her extensive publication record reflects sustained academic engagement. Dr. Mullin’s lab develops novel optical tools to probe molecular behavior, emphasizing both fundamental science and technological applications in nanotechnology and materials science.
Patrick England serves as Head of the Molecular Biophysics facility (PFBMI) at Institut Pasteur in Paris, France. The PFBMI is a state-of-the-art research infrastructure providing molecular-scale characterization of biological macromolecules and their interactions to the scientific community. His research expertise encompasses structural biology, biophysics, and protein characterization, with particular focus on molecular interactions and thermodynamic stability of macromolecules. The facility under his leadership offers comprehensive services including analytical ultracentrifugation, circular dichroism, dynamic light scattering, microcalorimetry, and surface plasmon resonance for studying protein folding, stability, and binding interactions. Dr. England co-authored significant research in 2022 on developing a sensitive immunoassay for SARS-CoV-2 nucleoprotein detection, demonstrating his contributions to virology and diagnostic development. Scientific Recognition Head of ISO 9001 certified facility Recipient of IBISA label recognizing PFBMI as French National core facility Coordinator of European Horizon 2020 MOSBRI project since 2021 As facility head, Dr. England oversees a team of research engineers and technicians who provide personalized training and services to researchers. The PFBMI coordinates with 13 academic and 2 industrial partners across 11 European countries through the MOSBRI initiative, offering trans-national access to cutting-edge biophysical instrumentation and expertise. The facility operates numerous advanced instruments including Analytical Ultracentrifuges (Beckman-Coulter), Circular Dichroism spectrometers (JASCO), Microscale Thermophoresis systems (Nanotemper), and Surface Plasmon Resonance (Biacore T200), enabling comprehensive characterization of macromolecular properties and interactions.
Tal Malinovitch is a postdoctoral researcher (Lovett instructor) in the Department of Mathematics at Rice University, where he conducts research at the intersection of mathematical physics and quantum materials. With over 10 years of experience spanning academia and nuclear research, he bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in semiconductor technology, quantum hardware, and advanced materials development. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Mathematics from Yale University (2018-2023), supervised by Prof. Wilhelm Schlag M.Sc. in Industrial and Implementive Mathematics from Ben Gurion University (2012-2016) B.Sc. in Mathematics and Physics from Hebrew University of Jerusalem through the prestigious "Talpiot" Excellence program Malinovitch's research focuses on fundamental mathematical physics problems with technological relevance. His work centers on Schrödinger operators, spectral theory, and scattering theory, with recent emphasis on twisted bilayer graphene and ballistic transport phenomena. He develops mathematical frameworks that connect abstract theory to real-world applications in quantum materials and nuclear reactor physics. His approach combines rigorous mathematical analysis with computational modeling to address complex physical systems. His publication record shows a clear progression from nuclear reactor physics to advanced mathematical physics, with recent work establishing significant contributions to the understanding of electronic properties in novel materials. The 2024-2025 publications particularly demonstrate innovative approaches to twisted bilayer graphene that move beyond conventional models, while maintaining strong connections to spectral theory fundamentals. Award highlights: Robert Willets Carle Scholarship (2019-2020) Nathan Hale Associates Fellow (2018-2019) Multiple awards from the Nuclear Research Center Negev for research excellence and safety contributions Early recognition in mathematical competitions including Singapore International Mathematical Challenge Malinovitch actively mentors students through Rice University's Directed Reading Program and has extensive experience developing training programs for nuclear reactor operators. His service includes organizing academic workshops, serving on graduate student committees at Yale, and peer-reviewing for prestigious mathematics journals. He maintains strong connections between academic research and practical applications, evidenced by his ongoing industry consulting work and collaborations with medical researchers on metabolic rate modeling.
Stefanos Koufidis is a Research Associate at Imperial College London's Department of Physics within the Faculty of Natural Sciences. He holds a PhD in Theoretical Optics from Imperial College London (2025) and an MSc in Optics and Photonics with Distinction (2021). His academic journey began with a First Class Honours MEng in Electrical & Computer Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2019). His research focuses on Optical Physics , particularly in time-periodic chiral media, gravitational wave interactions, and novel Bragg phenomena . He contributes as a certified reviewer for Optica journals and is an Institute of Physics member. Professional milestones include the Arnaoutis Foundation Scholarship and Bodossaki Foundation Doctoral Scholarship. Prior to academia, he served in the Greek Army’s Research and Informatics Corps (2019–2020). Key technical skills include proficiency in English and Modern Greek for peer review. Academic Positions: Research Assistant, Imperial College London (Oct 2024–Apr 2025) Research Associate, Imperial College London (Apr 2025–present) Education: PhD in Theoretical Optics (2021–2025) MSc Optics & Photonics (2020–2021) MEng Electrical & Computer Engineering (2013–2019) His work bridges theoretical optics with applied photonics , exploring phenomena like time-periodic optical activity and exceptional points in coupled chirowaveguides. Recent projects include scattering studies of light by gravitational waves and dynamic Bragg resonances in static/dynamic media. Awards: Bodossaki Foundation Doctoral Scholarship Arnaoutis Foundation MSc Scholarship He collaborates with Prof. McCall’s research group and has published extensively on topics such as temporal analogs of Bragg gratings and gyrotropy-controlled reflectors. Current work emphasizes wave-matter interactions in non-stationary media.
Michael W. Jenkins is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and a member of the Cancer Imaging Program at the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. His research focuses on developing biomedical optics tools for studying congenital heart disease and peripheral nervous system disorders. Key techniques include optical coherence tomography (OCT), light-sheet microscopy, and infrared neuromodulation. The Jenkins Lab specializes in advancing 3D imaging modalities for real-time tissue analysis, aiming to reduce surgical delays and improve diagnostic accuracy. Research interests include rapid 3D tissue visualization to replace traditional frozen-section pathology, optical pacing of cardiac tissues, and corneal nerve imaging. His work bridges engineering and medicine, with applications in ophthalmology, cardiology, and neurology. Recent innovations include label-free microscopy techniques (e.g., MUSE imaging) and AI-driven segmentation tools for neural anatomy analysis. Publications highlight advancements in corneal crosslinking assessment, vagus nerve microanatomy characterization, and cardiac tissue imaging. The lab collaborates with industry to translate optical tools into clinical settings, emphasizing precision and real-time diagnostics. Teaching and mentorship are integral to his role, fostering interdisciplinary training in biomedical optics. Ongoing projects address unmet clinical needs in neural modulation therapies and regenerative medicine through optical platforms.
Victoria Shao is a Teaching Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). She specializes in electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), computational electromagnetics (CEM), and high-power microwave technology. Her work focuses on advancing numerical methods for transient electromagnetic analysis, stochastic modeling in complex enclosures, and the design of integrated electronic systems. Affiliations: Holonyak Micro and Nanotechnology Laboratory at UIUC Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering (USTC, 2003), Ph.D. in Electromagnetics (Chinese Academy of Sciences, 2008) Prior positions: Researcher at ElectroScience Laboratory, Ohio State University (2009–2014) Research Interests: Dr. Shao’s work bridges computational methods with practical engineering challenges, emphasizing: Stochastic Green’s function approaches for statistical wave physics Multi-physics analysis of electronic systems Development of scalable algorithms for high-performance computing Nanotechnology integration for 3D RF components Her research has led to innovations in: Self-rolled-up membrane (S-RuM) nanotechnology for compact inductors Supercomputing-driven radio wave propagation models for urban environments Parallel-in-space-and-time electromagnetic simulation methods Awards: She has received multiple recognitions, including Best EMC Paper finalist awards (2022, 2023) and a Best Paper Award in IEEE Transactions (2017). Teaching and Contributions: Dr. Shao teaches core ECE courses such as ECE 110, ECE 210, and specialized EMC courses (ECE 498 YS3/YVS). She pioneers educational strategies using visualization tools and asynchronous learning to enhance STEM accessibility.
Fahad Mahmood is an Assistant Professor of Physics at the University of Illinois, where he leads a research group focused on ultrafast manipulation of quantum materials. He joined the university in 2019 after completing a postdoctoral fellowship at Johns Hopkins University and earning his PhD in Physics from MIT (2016). His research integrates advanced optical and photoemission techniques to study emergent phenomena in quantum materials, such as superconductors, topological systems, and frustrated magnets. Key interests include femtosecond-timescale control of electronic interactions and non-equilibrium dynamics. Education: B.S. in Physics & Aero/Astro Engineering, Stanford University (2010) PhD in Physics, MIT (2016) Research Highlights: Development of time-resolved ARPES and THz spectroscopy for probing electronic states Studies of Floquet-Bloch manipulation in topological antiferromagnets Investigation of marginal Fermi glass behavior and charge density wave systems Teaching: PHYS 211: University Physics - Mechanics PHYS 212: University Physics - Electricity & Magnetism PHYS 460: Condensed Matter Physics
Dr. Sven Burger is a leading Researcher at the Zuse Institute Berlin (ZIB) within the Modeling and Simulation of Complex Processes department. His work focuses on Nanophotonics , Quantum Technologies , and Optical Resonance Computation , particularly in photonic crystals, plasmonic systems, and quantum light sources. Key projects: NanoLab GRIPS 2024 , MATH+ TES QT , MATH+ PaA-1 (perovskite solar cells), Colour Impression of Solar Cells Collaborations: MATH+ , BIFOLD , Research Campus MODAL His research spans Bayesian optimization for quantum systems, quasinormal mode expansions , chiral plasmonics , and terawatt-scale photovoltaics . Recent work emphasizes RPExpand software for resonance analysis and AAA algorithm applications in photonic design. He contributes to quantum key distribution via plug&play single-photon sources, hot carrier dynamics in plasmonic nanocrystals, and high-efficiency light extraction for deep-UV LEDs. His computational methods address non-Hermitian systems , exceptional points , and self-interference nanoparticle tracking .
Dr. Nisa Salim is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Engineering, Swinburne University of Technology , where she conducts pioneering research in multifunctional composite materials, smart coatings, and sustainable energy technologies. Her work is aligned with national and global priorities in space technology, clean energy, and circular economy. Institution: Swinburne University of Technology School: School of Engineering Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer Email: nsalim@swin.edu.au ORCID: 0000-0001-8069-8039 Dr. Salim’s research focuses on developing smart, engineered materials that can sense, actuate, and store energy. Her key areas include graphene-based composites, structural health monitoring, hydrogen storage, and digitalization of composite manufacturing. She leverages advanced nanomaterials to create next-generation composites for aerospace, marine, robotics, and energy applications. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in multifunctional materials, particularly in energy storage (supercapacitors, hydrogen), smart sensing (graphene sensors, digital twins), and sustainable composites (biomass-derived carbon, recycled polymers). Her work integrates machine learning, IoT, and Industry 4.0 principles into material design and manufacturing processes. Scientific Awards and Recognition Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship Philip Law Award, Royal Society of Victoria Theo Murphy Award, Australian Academy of Science Alfred Deakin Post-Doctoral Fellowship Victoria Fellowship Endeavour Research Fellowship AINSE Gold Medal for PhD Excellence University Ambassador, Royal Australian Chemical Institute Dr. Salim actively supervises PhD and master’s students in cutting-edge projects related to hydrogen storage, lunar dust mitigation, structural batteries, and smart coatings. She has secured multiple competitive grants from ARC, CSIRO, and industry partners, including projects on Scalable Graphene Enabled Smart Composites and Passive Lunar Dust Mitigation . Her editorial roles include serving on the boards of Chemical Engineering Journal , Polymers , and Journal of Composites Science . She leads research in advanced labs focused on composite manufacturing, nanomaterial synthesis, and smart sensor integration, often in collaboration with CSIRO, University of Melbourne, and international institutions. Her vision is to develop living materials that enable digitalization and IoT integration in engineering systems.
Salvatore Ivan Trapasso is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Mathematical Sciences "GL Lagrange" (DISMA) , Polytechnic University of Turin , and a member of the SmartData@PoliTO - Big Data and Data Science Laboratory . His research focuses on Applied Harmonic Analysis , Fourier Analysis , Machine Learning , and Quantum Theory , with expertise in Mathematical Analysis (MATH-03/A) and Theoretical PDEs (PE1_11). Education : Implied PhD in Mathematics. Research Areas : Phase Space Analysis, Time-Frequency Methods, and Applications to Quantum Mechanics. His recent publications investigate phase space techniques for Feynman Path Integrals , Twisted Laplacian , Compressed Sensing , and Stability of Scattering Transforms . His work bridges Harmonic Analysis with Machine Learning and Quantum Dynamics . Notable scientific awards include the Axioms Young Investigator Award (2022) , Best Paper Award (ICGF 2020) , and the Quality Award 2019 from Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves on the Editorial Board of Advances in Operator Theory and as Associate Editor for University Texts in the Mathematical Sciences . Teaching roles include Lecturer for Mathematical Principles in the College of Architecture and Design , Collaborator for Mathematical Analysis I/II in Biomedical and Aerospace Engineering, and Contributor to advanced mathematical methods in Computer Science Engineering.
Dr. Darryl Jones is a Senior Research Fellow at Flinders University's College of Science and Engineering and the Flinders Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology. His research focuses on experimental and theoretical studies of electron and photon collisions with atoms, molecules, and condensed matter systems. His educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy from Flinders University (2008) and a Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Tohoku University, Japan (2008-2010). Dr. Jones' research interests span electron collisions with applications in medical radiation therapies and plasma processing technologies. His work involves experimental studies of electron-impact excitation, ionization, and fragmentation processes, combined with quantum chemical computations to describe atomic and molecular phenomena. He has specialized in photon- and electron-impact processes and has developed novel chemical processing platforms for materials synthesis. Most recently, he managed a Photoemission Electron Microscopy (PEEM) facility within Flinders Microscopy and Microanalysis (2020-2022). His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on electron-molecule interactions, materials characterization, and scattering cross-section measurements, with applications spanning from fundamental physics to practical technological implementations. ARC Future Fellowship (FT210100264) - Molecular movies using time-resolved momentum spectroscopies ARC Linkage Infrastructure and Equipment Fund (LE240100073) - A femtosecond beamline for time-resolved momentum microscopy Australia's Spectroscopy & Molecular Physics Research Field Leader (2018) Flinders Prize in Theoretical Physics (2003) The Max Clark Prize in Science and Engineering (2003) Dr. Jones has secured significant research funding including multiple ARC grants totaling millions of dollars. He serves on the editorial boards of international journals Atoms and the European Physical Journal D , and is currently vice-chair of the SA Branch of the Australian Institute of Physics (AIP). His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the areas of clean energy and advanced materials development. He has established collaborative networks with researchers across multiple countries, with recent external collaborations spanning Australia, Japan, and Europe.
Yves Joly is a Research Director at the CNRS (French National Center for Scientific Research) and a member of the SIN team (Surfaces, Interfaces and Nanostructures) at the Institut Néel in Grenoble, France. His primary research focuses on the theory and development of X-ray spectroscopies as probes for studying materials, with particular emphasis on the development and dissemination of the FDMNES ab initio computation code. His work bridges theoretical physics and experimental materials science, enabling detailed analysis of electronic, magnetic, and structural properties across diverse material systems. Dr. Joly received his education at the Institut National Polytechnique in Grenoble, where he earned his Physicist Engineer degree in 1982. He continued his studies at the Laboratoire de Spectrométrie-Physique, Université Joseph Fourier (UJF), Grenoble, where he obtained his PhD in Physics of Matter and Radiation in 1984. His doctoral thesis focused on 'Study of alloy surfaces using Low Energy Electron Diffraction.' Dr. Joly's research interests center on X-ray absorption, emission, and scattering spectroscopies, particularly at energies close to absorption edges (XANES, valence to core X-ray emission spectroscopy, resonant X-ray diffraction). He has dedicated significant effort to developing the FDMNES ab initio computation code, which simulates these spectroscopies and allows comparison with experimental data typically recorded at synchrotrons. His work has applications across various material classes, with a special focus on oxides. Throughout his career, he has also contributed to surface science, studying carbides, nitrides, and semiconductors using techniques like Low Energy Electron Diffraction and Low Energy Positron Diffraction. Analysis of Dr. Joly's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on advancing X-ray spectroscopic techniques and their applications to increasingly complex materials systems. His work spans fundamental theoretical developments, computational methodology improvements, and practical applications to diverse materials including quantum materials, battery cathodes, catalysts, and magnetic systems. A significant portion of his recent work continues to center on the FDMNES code and its applications, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to making advanced X-ray analysis tools accessible to the broader scientific community. Dr. Joly has held various academic positions throughout his career. After completing his PhD in 1984, he conducted postdoctoral research at the CHU of Sherbrooke, Department of Nuclear Medicine, in Canada. He joined CNRS as a Junior Researcher in 1986, first at the Laboratoire de Spectrométrie-Physique and later at the Laboratoire de Cristallographie. In 2006, he became a Senior Researcher at the Laboratoire de Cristallographie, which became part of the Institut Néel in 2007. From 2011 to 2015, he served as Deputy Director of the MCMF department of the Institut Néel, demonstrating his leadership within the research institution. At the Institut Néel, Dr. Joly is a key member of the SIN team within the QUEST department (Électronique QUantique, Surfaces et spinTronique). His work is closely connected to synchrotron radiation facilities, where experimental data for comparison with his computational models is typically collected. The FDMNES code he developed has become an important tool in the X-ray spectroscopy community, facilitating the interpretation of complex spectral data across numerous research fields. His research has significant implications for understanding quantum materials, energy storage systems, and catalytic processes.
Dr. Levente Máthé is a researcher at the National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies (INCDTIM) in Romania, specializing in quantum physics and low-dimensional systems. He earned his BSc (2014), MSc (2016), and PhD (2023) in Physics from Babes-Bolyai University of Cluj-Napoca. Education: BSc (2014), MSc (2016), PhD (2023) His research focuses on quantum transport phenomena, electron-phonon interactions, and topological systems in graphene-based quantum dots and Majorana bound states. His expertise encompasses quantum mechanics, statistical physics, and analytical methods in solid-state physics. Analysis of his recent publications reveals trends in quantum dot systems, topological materials, and graphene applications. Key areas include Circuit-QED for multi-loop qubits, Friedel oscillations, and phonon-assisted tunneling. Dr. Máthé has participated in research grants as a project coordinator or partner team leader and is affiliated with both INCDTIM and Babes-Bolyai University. His work bridges theoretical physics with experimental quantum device modeling.
Christine Papadakis is a Professor of Experimental Physics - Soft Matter at the TUM School of Natural Sciences , Technical University of Munich. Her research focuses on polymer physics, block copolymers, responsive polymers, and thin films, with applications in medical materials. She employs advanced scattering techniques (light, X-rays, neutrons) to study self-assembly, phase behavior, and kinetics under environmental changes. Her recent work highlights include Comparative swelling dynamics of thermoresponsive thin films under water vapor exposure Pressure-dependent micellar aggregation in diblock copolymers pH and temperature-responsive micelle formation Photo-modulation of azo dye-functionalized polymers Her publications align with UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in polymer sustainability and medical applications. She serves as Editor-in-Chief of Colloid & Polymer Science since 2015.
Fatih Bay serves as Full Professor and Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Antalya Bilim University since 2020, leveraging his physics expertise in an engineering leadership role. With a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Bern (2012), he has driven major contributions to neutrino physics through international collaborations at CERN, Fermilab, and KEK, currently focusing on the DUNE experiment's quest to explain matter-antimatter asymmetry. His academic journey features: B.Sc. in Physics, Kocaeli University (2004) M.Sc. in Physics, Middle East Technical University (2008) Ph.D. in Physics, University of Bern, Switzerland (2012) Dr. Bay's research centers on experimental neutrino physics and advanced detector development, specializing in liquid argon time projection chambers, emulsion detectors, and iron-scintillator calorimeters. His current work with DUNE integrates deep learning for neutrino interaction reconstruction while exploring supernova neutrino detection capabilities. This builds upon foundational contributions to OPERA, T2K, and MicroBooNE experiments. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant focus on DUNE detector systems, with emerging trends in AI-driven event reconstruction, liquid argon purity optimization, and multi-detector synergies for supernova neutrino studies. His work bridges particle physics methodology with cutting-edge computing techniques to enhance detection precision in large-scale experiments. His exceptional contributions earned recognition through: Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (2016) for T2K experiment leadership Dr. Bay secured significant research funding including a TÜBİTAK 'Returning Researchers' fellowship (2015) and leads international collaborations requiring substantial project resources. While student advising details aren't specified, his department chair role implies graduate mentorship in mechanical engineering contexts. His laboratory work spans CERN (Switzerland), KEK (Japan), and Fermilab (USA) facilities, with current focus on DUNE's vertical drift technology development and ProtoDUNE-SP calibration systems.
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