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Toshikazu Nishidaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Semiconductor Devices
• MEMS
• Ferroelectric Materials
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Toshikazu Nishida is a Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the University of Florida's Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He holds a PhD (1988) and MS (1985) in Electrical & Computer Engineering, and a BS in Engineering Physics (1983), all from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on multi-functional semiconductor devices, sensors, actuators, and MEMS, with emphasis on materials like strained Si, SiGe, GaN, ferroelectrics, and polymers. He has pioneered innovations in ferroelectric thin films, nanoelectromechanical systems, and flexible hybrid electronics, with applications in wearable sensors, energy harvesting, and microfluidic devices. Dr. Nishida has authored over 150 peer-reviewed publications and holds 11 U.S. patents. His awards include the NASA Invention Award (2008), IEEE Electron Device Society Distinguished Lecturer (2006-2011), and multiple teaching accolades such as the 2003 College of Engineering Teacher of the Year. His work bridges fundamental materials science with applied engineering systems. Lab/Team Affiliation : Interdisciplinary Microsystems Group (IMG) Grants : Not explicitly listed but implied through patent and publication activity. Future Work : Continued exploration of ferroelectric materials for ultra-low-power electronics and advanced MEMS integration.

Guido Muellerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gravitational Wave Detection
• LISA Interferometry
• Axion Particle Search
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Guido Mueller is Professor of Physics at the University of Florida, affiliated with the Institute for High Energy Physics and holding a PhD from Universität Hannover. His research focuses on gravitational wave detection (LIGO/LISA) and particle physics (ALPS collaboration), with major contributions to Advanced LIGO's input optics subsystem enabling the first gravitational wave detection. Professor Mueller serves as Co-Spokesperson for the ALPS collaboration and holds leadership positions in the LISA Consortium. Research spans terrestrial/space gravitational wave observatories and detectors for axions/axion-like particles. Current projects investigate charge management systems for space inertial sensors, dimensional stability testing for space telescopes, and heterodyne detection techniques for ultra-weak electromagnetic fields. Publications demonstrate pioneering work in precision interferometry, quantum noise reduction, and space instrumentation. Recent articles focus on LISA pathfinder technology validation, UV-LED charge management systems, and axion detection methodologies using optical resonators. Scientific Awards: Gruber Cosmology Prize (2016) Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (2016) APS Fellow (2014) International Educator of the Year (2006) Secured over $20M in research funding from NSF, NASA, and private foundations. Supervised 16 PhD students and 11 postdoctoral scholars. Organized NSF-funded international research experience for undergraduate students in gravitational physics. Directs the Fields-CQAM Laboratory for Inference & Prediction, developing instrumentation for gravitational wave observatories and dark matter searches through collaborations with international partners.

Lachlan Blackمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Crystalline silicon photovoltaics
• Semiconductor surface passivation
• Atomic layer deposition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lachlan Black is a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Engineering, Australian National University (ANU). His research focuses on advancing solar photovoltaic technology, particularly through the application of novel nanolayer materials and atomic-scale processing to enhance semiconductor surface and interface properties. He holds a PhD from ANU (2015) and previously worked at Eindhoven University of Technology, Energy Research Centre of the Netherlands (ECN), and Interuniversity Microelectronics Centre (imec). His expertise includes crystalline silicon photovoltaics, semiconductor recombination dynamics, surface passivation, and atomic layer deposition (ALD). Dr. Black has secured over $8M in competitive grants, leading projects such as 'High-throughput inspection methods for high-efficiency multijunction solar cells' (ARENA, $2.73M) and 'Advanced multifunctional dielectric layers enabling simplified production of high-efficiency silicon solar cells' (ARENA, $546k). Education: PhD in Engineering (ANU, 2015) Postdoctoral Researcher (Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands) Dr. Black’s research emphasizes reducing solar energy costs via innovations in silicon and tandem solar cell performance. His work has been recognized with the Annual Solar Thesis Prize and multiple top-tier conference selections. He collaborates extensively with industry partners globally. Awards: Annual Solar Thesis Prize (PhD work) Four-time selection in top 20 contributions at International Conference on Silicon Photovoltaics Teaching & Grants: Guest lecturer for courses like ENGN4524 Photovoltaic Technologies Total grant funding: >$8M Key projects include UHV Kelvin probe development and monolithic Si/perovskite tandem cell research Labs & Teams: Leads a Next-generation Si and tandem hetero-contact laboratory, leveraging advanced equipment like ambient-pressure photoemission spectroscopy systems.

• Organic Semiconductors
• Radiation Dosimetry
• Medical Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jessie Posar is a Research Fellow at the University of Wollongong's School of Physics in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences. Her research focuses on printable organic semiconductors for wearable ionizing radiation detectors, emphasizing radiation stability and medical applications. She holds a PhD (2022) and BSc (2017) from the University of Wollongong, with postdoctoral work at the University of Sydney (2021–2023). Research Interests: Charge transport mechanisms in organic semiconductors under ionizing radiation Flexible and wearable sensor development for health, space, and defense Advanced irradiation testing using synchrotron facilities Awards: AINSE Scholar Gold Medal (2021) MRS Gold Recipient Graduate Award (2022) inSTEM Award (2022) Best Early Career Researcher Oral Presentation (AUCAOS, 2022) Grants & Funding: Office of National Intelligence grant for radiation detector research (2023–2026) Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) funding for dosimetry projects (2018–present) Teaching & Supervision: Supervises projects in photophysics of organic semiconductors and radiation dosimetry Delivered lectures at the University of Bologna's Summer School on Physical Sensing (2023) Labs & Teams: Member of the University of Wollongong EIS Faculty Research Committee Board Member of the Australasian Community for Advanced Organic Semiconductors (AUCAOS)

Behnaz Papariمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Power Systems Control
• Cyber-Physical Security
• Electric Vehicles
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Behnaz Papari is an Assistant Professor at Clemson University with appointments in Automotive Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering. She directs the Secure Energy and Automation Laboratory (SEAL), focusing on secure controls for cyber-physical energy systems. Her research explores power systems control, cyber-physical security, electric vehicle technologies, hardware-in-the-loop methodologies, renewable energy integration, and stochastic optimization. She specializes in resilient infrastructure for transportation and energy networks. Recent publications (2024-2025) address co-simulation techniques, electric ship power systems, cyberattack detection in hybrid vehicles, battery degradation modeling, and microgrid optimization. Key innovations include adaptive delay compensation, neural network-based threat detection, and evolutionary optimization for renewable systems. She collaborates with industry partners including Hyundai, Kia Motors, and naval engineering consortia to validate research in real-world applications.

Andrew Rysمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• CMOS Testing
• Thin Films
• Optoelectronics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Andrew Rys is a Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at Kansas State University's College of Engineering. His research encompasses low-temperature testing of CMOS circuits, characterization of AlN/BN thin films for optoelectronic applications, and device modeling. He contributed to semiconductor epitaxial growth, laser annealing of III-V compounds, and SiC power MOSFET development. Awards include an NSF CAREER Award and a U.S. patent.

• Molecular Beam Epitaxy
• Semiconductor Devices
• Quantum Structures
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kambiz Alavi is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), serving since September 1994. He previously held roles as Associate Professor (1988–1994) and Associate Chair (2008–2017). His research focuses on Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE), semiconductor heterostructures, optoelectronic devices, and quantum structures. He earned BS, MS, and PhD in Physics (and EE) from MIT, and conducted postdoctoral work at AT&T Bell Labs (1981–1983). Dr. Alavi has authored/co-authored over 95 refereed articles, two book chapters, and a textbook. His awards include UTA's Halliburton Research Award (1996) and Lockheed-Martin Teaching Award (2013). He co-invented three patents related to quantum-based devices. His professional roles include founding the MRCEDM and OMIC research centers, and contributing to ABET accreditation (2012). Teaching highlights include developing courses in Semiconductor Device Theory, Medical Imaging, and Optoelectronics, alongside core EE courses like Circuits, Electromagnetics, and Control Systems. He supervised over 80 undergraduate researchers and numerous graduate students in areas ranging from quantum well lasers to bio-optical sensors.

• Electrical Engineering
• Power Systems
• Microgrid Control
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gregory Kyle Turner is an Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Electrical Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). His academic career is complemented by extensive industry experience in embedded systems and electronics design, including roles at Texas Instruments, National Semiconductor, and Motorola. He holds a PhD, MS, and BA in Electrical Engineering from UTA. Research focuses on microgrid control systems, battery management, and UAV materials. Notable projects include federal-funded work on bacterial cellulose-based UAV materials and industry collaborations with Raytheon and Elbit Systems. Teaching spans foundational courses like EE Freshman Practicum and advanced topics such as Real-Time DSP and Embedded Systems Programming. Service roles include Department Committee Chair for NTT Faculty Hiring and membership in IEEE Power & Energy Society. His work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical applications in power systems and electronics design.

Martin Kordeschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Surface Microscopy
• Semiconductors
• Nanotechnology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Martin Kordesch is Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Ohio University's College of Arts and Sciences, affiliated with the Nanoscale Quantum Phenomena Institute. Education includes a Ph.D. in Physics from Case Western Reserve University (1984), M.S. in Physics from CWRU (1980), and A.B. in Physics from University of Chicago (1978). Research focuses on microscopy of surfaces, amorphous/crystalline semiconductors, and metal-oxide cathodes. Publications emphasize nanomaterials characterization, thin-film technologies, and electron emission phenomena, with recent work in spectroscopy, semiconductor alloys, and nanostructured materials. Awards include Distinguished Summer Fellowship (ASEE), Max Planck Fellowship, and Weston Fellowship. Professional associations include American Physical Society, American Vacuum Society, and Materials Research Society.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Medical Device Design
• Surface Metrology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Leigh Fleming is the Deputy Head of the Department of Engineering and Mathematics at Sheffield Hallam University. She holds a BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering Design from the University of Huddersfield and a PhD focusing on 3D analysis techniques for hip replacement wear. Her research integrates engineering solutions into healthcare, emphasizing medical device design, surface metrology, and skin integrity studies. Key projects include the EU-funded NANOMEND (defect detection in flexible photovoltaics) and DTI-backed SOLADIM (semiconductor defect analysis). Teaching focuses on industry-relevant courses like Engineering Professional Practice, Thermofluids, and Design for Manufacture. Her work bridges academia and industry, with past roles at DePuy International (orthopedic implant R&D) and the University of Huddersfield's Centre for Precision Technologies. Research themes span biomedical engineering (pressure ulcer prevention), advanced manufacturing (aerospace turbine blades), and nanoscale chemical imaging. She advocates for student skill development through practical, industry-aligned curricula.

Ljubomir M. Vracarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microelectronics
• Microsystems
• Sensor Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ljubomir M. Vracar is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niš, specializing in Microelectronics and Microsystems. He received his PhD (2014), MSc (2009), and BSc (1999) in Microelectronics from the same institution. His research focuses on sensor technology, energy harvesting, and advanced electronic systems. Education: PhD in Microelectronics, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niš (2014) MSc in Microelectronics, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niš (2009) BSc in Electronic Components, Faculty of Electronic Engineering, University of Niš (1999) Research interests include developing capacitive sensors, thermoelectric energy systems, and photovoltaic solutions. He holds four patents, including innovations in pressure sensing keyboards and thermoelectric self-powered devices. His publications span topics like vibration analysis in industrial equipment and NBTI measurement techniques for power transistors. Current projects: Engaged in 1 national research project. Active in the Microelectronics research group at the Faculty. Contact: ljubomir.vracar@elfak.ni.ac.rs | Faculty Profile

• Thermophotovoltaics
• Semiconductor Materials
• Metamaterials
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Thomas Van de Velde is a Part-Time Lecturer at the Gordon Institute, Tufts University School of Engineering. His research focuses on advanced materials for energy harvesting, semiconductor technologies, and optoelectronic systems. He has contributed to innovations in thermophotovoltaics (TPV), metamaterials for infrared applications, and quantum dot-based photodetectors. His work emphasizes high-temperature materials like iridium-based metamaterials and GaSb/GaAs heterostructures. Key areas include optimizing semiconductor films (GeSn, GaAsBi), developing selective emitters for TPV systems, and enhancing photodetection via nanoantenna integration. His research bridges material science, photonics, and device engineering for applications in renewable energy and aerospace. Van de Velde has collaborated on grants including the NSF CAREER Award for metamaterial-enhanced thermal energy harvesters. His publications span over 15 years, with recent work advancing infrared photodetectors, plasmonic structures, and high-efficiency energy conversion systems. He advises on cutting-edge fabrication techniques and optical characterization methods.

• Conducting Polymers
• Nanotechnology
• Organic Electronics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mats Andersson is a Research Professor and Director of the Flinders Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology at Flinders University. Previously, he held a Chair in Polymer Chemistry at Chalmers University of Technology (2007-2015) and served as Head of the Division of Applied Chemistry (2008-2012). He earned his PhD in Organic Chemistry from Chalmers in 1995 and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of California, Santa Barbara. His research focuses on conducting polymers, nanotechnology, and energy-related materials such as polymer solar cells and photocatalysts. Key achievements include the Arrhenius Medal (2011), Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences membership (2012), and a South Australian Chair in Energy (2013). Recent work emphasizes scalable fabrication techniques for organic photovoltaics, photocatalytic hydrogen evolution, and advanced material characterization. His publications span over three decades, addressing topics like polymer morphology, interface engineering, and nanoscale material design. Education: PhD in Organic Chemistry, Chalmers University of Technology (1995) Grants/Awards: South Australian Chair in Energy, Arrhenius Medal Labs/Teams: Flinders Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology

Wanyi Nieمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Experimental Condensed Matter Physics
• Perovskite Semiconductors
• Opto-electronic Devices
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wanyi Nie is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University at Buffalo (College of Arts and Sciences). She leads the Semiconductor and Hetero-Interface Electronic Device Group (SHIELD) , focusing on experimental condensed matter physics with applications in energy and imaging technologies. Education: PhD in Physics, Wake Forest University (2008-2012) Postdoctoral Fellow, Texas A&M University Staff Scientist, Los Alamos National Laboratory Research Interests: Her work spans: Novel Semiconductors : Organo-metal halide perovskites, metal-organic frameworks, low-bandgap nanocrystals Devices : Light-emitting diodes, X-ray imaging systems, low-energy computation Applications : Spintronics interfaces, photovoltaics, radiation detection Publication Trends: Recent articles (2019-2023) demonstrate a focus on perovskite stability, device integration for radiation/light detection, and nanomaterial synthesis. Key themes include voltage-induced instability solutions, nanocrystal stabilization in MOFs, and scalable thin-film growth via chemical vapor deposition. Funding & Leadership: NSF-DMR grant for exciton dynamics in chiral heterostructures UB LAUNCH funding for 2D materials in X-ray photonics Regular presenter at APS, MRS, and photonics conferences Research Team: Advises PhD students (Sharmistha Khan, Sailesh Bataju, Reshna Shrestha), undergraduates (Helen Zhang), and visiting scholars (Zubaida Alilkriti). Manages labs with capabilities in glovebox/evaporator systems and X-ray testing.

Oskar Sandbergمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Organic Photovoltaics
• Material Science
• Energy Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Oskar Sandberg is an Academy Research Fellow at Åbo Akademi University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering, Department of Physics. His research focuses on advancing sustainable energy technologies, particularly in the field of organic photovoltaics and optoelectronic materials. He leads work under the Technologies for a Sustainable Future initiative, addressing challenges in thin-film solar cell efficiency, thermal stability, and interface engineering. Education: PhD in Physics (qualification details unspecified). Research Interests: Organic solar cells, perovskite-based devices, charge carrier dynamics, interfacial energy band engineering, and sustainable photovoltaic materials. His work emphasizes improving device performance through novel material architectures, defect mitigation, and energy conversion optimization. Recent breakthroughs include achieving 18% power conversion efficiency in inverted organic solar cells and enhancing thermal stability through diffusion control. Publications: 78+ peer-reviewed articles (2012–2025), focusing on organic electronics, photodetectors, and thin-film technologies. Awards: Per Brahe Prize (2024), Ruth och Nils-Erik Stenbäcks stipendium (2023). Advising & Grants: Leads research groups collaborating with institutions globally. Active in peer-review for journals like Advanced Materials and ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces . Supervises projects on material synthesis, device fabrication, and optoelectronic characterization. Labs/Teams: Part of cross-disciplinary teams at Åbo Akademi advancing photovoltaic and optoelectronic technologies.