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Tonci Balic Zunicمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mineralogy
• Crystallography
• X-ray diffraction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tonci Balic Zunic is an Associate Professor in Mineralogy and Crystallography at the Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. He leads the X-ray diffraction laboratory and has made significant contributions to the field of mineralogy, particularly in the study of crystal structures and diffraction methods. His work spans theoretical development, experimental techniques, and practical applications in geological and planetary studies, materials development, environmental protection, and medical applications. His educational background includes a Dr.Sci in Geology from the University of Zagreb (1984), a PhD in Mineralogy & Petrology (1978), and a Master of Science in Geology (1975), all from the University of Zagreb. His academic career began in Croatia before moving to Denmark in the early 1990s. Dr. Balic Zunic's research focuses on understanding the nature of the solid state through mathematical tools and experimental methods. His primary areas of interest include Mineralogy of Icelandic fumaroles, Limits and improvement of the Rietveld method in Mineralogy, High-pressure crystallography of sulphosalts, and Mineralogy of Stone Age artefacts. He has developed original theoretical tools for the quantification of atomic coordination deformations in solids and authored the computer program IVTON for crystal structure analysis. His recent publications demonstrate a continued focus on mineral discovery, particularly fumarolic minerals from volcanic environments, high-pressure mineral physics, and advanced crystallographic analysis techniques. His research shows strong international collaboration across Europe and beyond, with numerous discoveries of new minerals and structural studies under extreme conditions. Honorary Member of the Italian Society of Mineralogy and Petrology Dr. Balic Zunic has supervised 12 Master's and 6 PhD students. He has led numerous research projects including the Nordic Mineralogical Network (2006-2010), Modular crystal structures and ordering of atoms in minerals (2006-2008), and several projects focused on high-pressure crystallography and mineral analysis. His work spans diverse fields including cement and ceramics, crystal chemistry of sulphosalts, silicates and fluorides, environmental protection, planetology, metamorphic petrology, ore mineralogy, paleoclimate, biomineralogy with medical applications, heterogeneous catalysis and archaeology. He leads the X-ray diffraction laboratory at the University of Copenhagen and has organized international research groups including the Nordic Mineralogical Network and research groups on fumaroles and high-pressure crystal structures. His work involves extensive collaboration with research institutions across Europe and worldwide, including universities and research centers in Athens, Bari, Basel, Bayreuth, Belgrade, Bilbao, Bochum, Cairo, Firenze, Genova, Göttingen, Heidelberg, Iceland, Innsbruck, Moscow, Nantes, Oslo, Padova, Perugia, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Prague, Roma, Salzburg, Stockholm, Taipei, Tokyo, Torino, Wien and Zagreb.

• Computer Security
• Pattern Recognition
• Digital Image Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

M. N. Islam is a Professor and Chair of the Computer Security department at Farmingdale State College, State University of New York (SUNY), a position he has held since 2016. His academic career spans multiple institutions including Old Dominion University, University of West Florida, University of South Alabama, and Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, where he served in various roles from Lecturer to Associate Professor. He has held significant administrative positions including Program Coordinator for Security Systems & Law Enforcement Technology (2013-2015) and currently serves as Chair of the Computer Security department. Dr. Islam earned his Doctor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Muroran Institute of Technology, Japan (1999), Master of Science in Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (1994), and Bachelor of Science in Engineering (with 1st Class Honors) from the same institution (1991). His doctoral research focused on optical communication systems. His research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields with a strong emphasis on applying optical techniques to security problems. Dr. Islam's work in pattern recognition has led to innovations in distortion-invariant target detection using log-polar transformation and joint transform correlation. His security research includes robust information security systems using steganography and optical techniques, with applications in biometrics and data protection. He has also made significant contributions to digital image processing, particularly in super-resolution enhancement techniques for video scenes, and has conducted extensive research on optical communication systems and wireless networks. Dr. Islam has received numerous prestigious awards including Senior Membership in IEEE (2008) and SPIE (2010), inclusion in Marquis Who's Who in America (2010), and multiple Individual Development Award Program (IDAP) awards from the State of New York (2011, 2014). His research has been supported by grants from SUNY High Need Program, NYSUNY 2020 Program, W.E.B. Du Bois Faculty Student Research Experience, Farmingdale Students First Grant, and US Army Medical Research. As an educator and mentor, Dr. Islam has supervised numerous graduate and undergraduate students across multiple institutions. He has developed new curricula including B.S. degrees in Computer Security Technology and Infrastructure Security, and Microcredentials in Computer Security. His teaching portfolio includes over 30 courses ranging from foundational electrical engineering subjects to advanced computer security topics. He directs the Digital Image Processing Research Lab, which focuses on machine vision and security research, developing new facilities and securing research funding for innovative security applications.

• Magnetism
• Spintronics
• Magnetic Microscopy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sandra Ruiz Gómez is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids in Dresden, Germany, since 2021, following postdoctoral work at ALBA Synchrotron in Barcelona (2020-2021). Her career centers on experimental condensed matter physics with emphasis on magnetic phenomena at the nanoscale. She earned her BSc in Physics (2013), Master in Nanophysics and Advanced Materials (2014), and PhD (2019) from Complutense University of Madrid (UCM), establishing foundational expertise in magnetic nanostructure characterization. Her research focuses on magnetism and spintronics, specializing in magnetic microscopy techniques and spin dynamics in nanostructures. She investigates chiral magnetism, domain wall topology, and geometrically constrained spin systems using synchrotron-based methods and advanced microscopy to develop next-generation spintronic devices and magnetic storage solutions. Analysis of her publication record reveals a cohesive trajectory in magnetic nanowire systems, particularly FeCo-based structures, with significant contributions to understanding topological protection in domain walls, chirality effects, and composite magnet design. Her work bridges fundamental physics with practical applications in high-energy-product magnets and nanoscale spintronic components. At the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids, she contributes to the institute's quantum materials research program, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities to probe magnetic properties of novel solid-state compounds and nanostructured systems.

Yan Sunمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Topological Materials
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Electromagnetic Response Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yan Sun is Professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and leads the Topological Transport Theory group at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids (MPI CPfS) in Dresden. His research bridges electromagnetic response theory, symmetry principles, and topology to predict novel transport phenomena in quantum materials, with emphasis on experimental realization through collaborations. Research Interests: Sun investigates symmetry-forbidden transport effects in topological systems, including anomalous Hall/Nernst effects, spin Hall phenomena, magnetoresistances, and higher-order responses like second-order Hall effects and giant photovoltaic effects. His group combines model Hamiltonians with density functional theory to connect fundamental physics with material properties, focusing on magnetic Weyl semimetals and topological catalysts. Publication Trends: Recent works demonstrate expertise in topological insulators/semimetals, with 2018–2015 publications emphasizing Berry curvature engineering, symmetry-protected states, and prediction of materials for spintronics applications. Research consistently targets transport anomalies arising from topological charge and magnetism. Scientific Awards: None mentioned in source text. Advising and Collaborations: Leads active MPI CPfS group with current members Yang Zhang (Visiting Scientist) and Jonathan Noky (Research Technician), plus former member Quinan Xu. Maintains extensive experimental partnership with Claudia Felser’s group on topological/magnetic materials for spintronics, catalysis, and surface-state characterization. Labs and Teams: Directs the Topological Transport Theory group within MPI CPfS’s Topological Quantum Chemistry department, focusing on database development for inversion-symmetry-broken Weyl semimetals and nonlinear optical responses. Research integrates theoretical modeling with experimental validation to realize predicted quantum phenomena.

Shin Hayashiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• K-theory
• Index theory
• Topological phases of matter
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shin Hayashi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Mathematics at Aoyama Gakuin University's College of Science and Engineering. Previously, he held positions as an Assistant Professor at Tohoku University's Advanced Institute for Materials Research (2021-2023) and as a PRESTO Researcher at the Japan Science and Technology Agency (2019-2023). Dr. Hayashi received his Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo in 2017 under the supervision of Professor Mikio Furuta, following his Master's degree (2013) and Bachelor's degree (2011) from the same institution. His educational background also includes attendance at Nanao High School in Ishikawa Prefecture (2004-2007). Hayashi's research focuses on the intersection of mathematics and physics, particularly applying index theory and K-theory to understand topological phases of matter and topological insulators. His work bridges abstract mathematical concepts with concrete physical phenomena, especially in the study of corner states and bulk-edge correspondence in topological materials. His publication record shows a consistent focus on topological invariants, corner states, and mathematical approaches to topological phases. The articles demonstrate a progression from foundational work on bulk-edge correspondence to more specialized investigations of corner states in higher-dimensional systems. Best poster award, research exchange meeting in different field and different industry for young researchers in mathematics and mathematical sciences, 2016 Hayashi has been actively involved in numerous research projects, including principal investigator roles for Grant-in-Aid for Early-Career Scientists projects from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, focusing on geometric studies of topological invariants and mathematical studies of topologies for higher-order topological insulators. He has also participated in the PRESTO program of the Japan Science and Technology Agency. His professional activities include membership in The Mathematical Society of Japan and organization of academic events such as the 49th Topology Fresher's Seminar. He has also engaged in public outreach through lectures at citizen groups like NothJP.

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Biophysics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Recep Avci is a Research Professor in the Department of Physics at Montana State University's College of Letters & Science. He serves as the Director of the Imaging and Chemical Analysis Laboratory (ICAL), a core facility specializing in complementary surface, interfacial, and bulk characterization of materials using state-of-the-art instrumentation for high-resolution imaging and spectroscopy. ICAL is also a partner of the Montana Nanotechnology Facility (MONT), part of the NSF-sponsored National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure program. Education: Ph.D. from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Solid State Physics, 1978 M.S. from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1976 B.S. from Istanbul University, Physics, 1971 Dr. Avci's research focuses on nanoscale material characterization using advanced microscopy and spectroscopy techniques. His expertise spans the study of bulk and bio-materials, with emphasis on surfaces and interfaces. His current interests include biophysics, particularly the trapping and concentration of bacteria from liquid environments including fuels, and their application to studying microbially influenced corrosion of materials and biodeterioration of fuels. He also investigates the role of metallurgy in bio-deterioration of metals and alloys. With over 100 published articles and two book chapters, Dr. Avci has made significant contributions across materials science, nanotechnology, and corrosion science. Analysis of Dr. Avci's publications reveals a consistent focus on advanced material characterization techniques, particularly surface analysis methods like SIMS, SEM, and various spectroscopic approaches. His work spans multiple disciplines with applications ranging from industrial materials to biological systems. A notable trend is the application of nanoscale characterization to understand biological interactions with materials, particularly in corrosion and biodeterioration contexts. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between physics, materials science, microbiology, and engineering. Grants: FMRG Eco: Manufacturing, repairing, and re-using biomineralized infrastructure materials through low-energy biological processes (National Science Foundation) NNCI: Montana Nanotechnology Facility (National Science Foundation) As Director of ICAL, Dr. Avci oversees a facility serving MSU researchers, external academics, and industry partners. The laboratory supports research across physical, chemical, material, biological, Earth and environmental sciences, and engineering disciplines. ICAL provides training, material characterization services, and expert experimental design assistance, with instrumentation including field-emission scanning electron microscopes, Time-of-Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry, Auger Nanoprobe, Powder X-ray diffraction, and Atomic Force Microscopy.

Ruxandra Costescuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Thin Film Deposition
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ruxandra Costescu is a Scientific Researcher II at the National Institute for Materials Physics (NIMP) in Romania, where she works in the Laboratory of Surface and Interface Science. She has been part of NIMP since early 2010, contributing to in-depth studies of interfaces between ferromagnetic layers and semiconductor substrates, and specializing in X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) analysis. Prior to joining NIMP, she held post-doctoral positions between 2004 and 2008 at Max-Planck-Institut für Festkörperforschung in Germany and the Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research. Dr. Costescu completed her doctoral research program in Materials Science and Engineering at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in 2006, with a dissertation on 'Thermal transport on the nanometer scale and the effect of microstructure and interface resistance.' Her academic journey demonstrates a strong foundation in materials characterization and thin film technology. Her research focuses on materials science, particularly in the areas of thin film deposition and characterization techniques, molecular beam epitaxy (MBE), and interface science. She has made significant contributions to understanding the properties of TiO2-based materials, ferromagnetic-semiconductor interfaces, and the development of advanced characterization techniques. Her work spans multiple disciplines including nanotechnology, photocatalysis, ferroelectric materials, and semiconductor physics, with applications ranging from environmental remediation to spintronics. Analysis of her publication record reveals a consistent focus on developing and characterizing novel materials for applications in environmental remediation, energy conversion, and spintronics. A notable trend in her recent work is the investigation of doped TiO2 nanostructures for enhanced photocatalytic activity in water purification, as well as studies of magnetic properties at interfaces between different materials for potential spintronic applications. Dr. Costescu has received several prestigious awards for her research: 'IN HOC SIGNO VINCES' award (in Math and Natural Sciences) from the Romanian National Council of Scientific Research in Higher Education (CNCSIS) in 2010 Award for Best Young Researcher in 2010 from the State Department of Education, the Romanian Research and Design Patronage and the Romanian Academy She has secured significant research funding, including a CNCSIS reintegration grant for young researchers between 2010 and 2012, which enabled her to purchase and implement a new MBE chamber at NIMP. Since 2018, she has served as the NIMP coordinator for European Commission 'Horizon 2020' science popularization projects, working in partnership with other research institutes and universities. She also coordinates science education activities and outreach at NIMP. At NIMP, Dr. Costescu is one of the responsible persons for a Complex Surface Science System (included in the Special Systems and Objectives of National Interest 'IOSIN' program) and administers an XPS system with spatial resolution. Her laboratory work involves both fundamental research on material interfaces and practical applications in areas such as water purification and antimicrobial coatings, demonstrating her commitment to both theoretical understanding and real-world impact.

Myoungsoo Jungمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Architecture
• Operating Systems
• Solid State Drives
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Myoungsoo Jung is the KAIST Endowed Chair Professor and Full Professor at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, holding primary appointment in the School of Electrical Engineering with additional affiliations in the School of Semiconductor System Engineering, Graduate School of AI Semiconductor, Graduate School of System Architect, and Graduate School of AI. His research focuses on cutting-edge computer architecture and operating systems with specialization in memory and storage systems. Professor Jung's research interests span computer architecture, operating systems, flash memory, solid-state drives, non-volatile memory, file systems, parallel processing, and heterogeneous computing. He has pioneered work in CXL-based memory expansion, computational SSDs, and memory disaggregation technologies that are transforming modern data centers and AI infrastructure. His recent publications demonstrate significant advancements in CXL-driven architectures, computational storage, and memory systems. The research trends show increasing integration of storage and memory technologies with AI workloads, particularly in large-scale graph processing, federated learning, and billion-scale data management. His team's work frequently appears in top-tier venues including ISCA, HPCA, SOSP, and USENIX ATC. Hall of Fame, IEEE/ACM ISCA (2024) Digital Innovation Award from Minister of Science and ICT (2024) CES Innovation Award Winner, CXL-Enabled AI Accelerator (2025) Korea Innovative Startup Award, Ministry of Science and ICT (2025) Samsung Best Paper Award Winner (Grand Prize) (2022) Professor Jung has successfully advised numerous PhD students including Miryeong Kwon (recipient of KAIST Outstanding PhD Dissertation Award) and Donghyun Gouk. His CAMEL research lab has secured over $13M in funding from sources including DOE, NSF, and Korean government agencies. The lab maintains strong industry partnerships with Samsung, SK Hynix, and Panmnesia, focusing on translating research into practical systems. Current projects include CXL-based memory expansion, computational SSDs for AI acceleration, and next-generation storage architectures for hyperscale data centers.

Wenjie Liمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Thermoelectrics
• Materials Science
• Energy Harvesting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wenjie Li serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry & Physics at Georgia Southern University, joining the institution in 2025. His research spans thermoelectrics, energy harvesting, and advanced materials development with significant contributions to sustainable technology. His primary research interests include: Thermoelectric materials for waste heat recovery and energy conversion Solid-state hydrogen storage systems Ceramic processing (zirconia, yttrium oxide, oxynitrides) Sintering techniques and luminescence properties Multi-source energy harvesting combining piezoelectric and thermoelectric principles Microwave absorption materials for electromagnetic shielding Publication trends reveal intense focus on practical energy solutions, particularly automotive thermoelectric applications and novel hydrogen storage materials. His work demonstrates strong industry relevance with applications in exhaust systems, automotive components, and electromagnetic protection. Research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for clean energy and sustainable industry. Dr. Li has accumulated 2035 citations and an h-index of 27 according to Scopus metrics, with 66 total research outputs showing accelerating productivity (11 publications in 2024, 3 in 2025). Notable works include thermoelectric exhaust recovery systems cited in 16 news outlets and microwave absorption research with significant industry attention.

Zhiyong Guمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanomaterials
• Nanotechnology
• Nanowires
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Zhiyong Gu is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Francis College of Engineering, University of Massachusetts Lowell. He leads an active research group focused on nanomaterials and nanotechnology, particularly nanowires and nanoparticles, with applications in sensing, electronics, and biomedical fields. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Chemical and Biological Engineering from State University of New York Buffalo (2004), an M.S. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from University of Notre Dame (2001), and a B.S. in Engineering from Qingdao Institute of Chemical Technology. Dr. Gu's research interests center on the synthesis and fabrication of functional and hybrid nanowires and nanoparticles, using self-assembly or directed assembly techniques to integrate these nano-building blocks into ordered 2D and 3D hierarchy structures. His work develops these nanomaterials for applications in sensing, electronics, and biomedical fields. His group has made significant contributions to nanosoldering, nanowire sensors, and novel micro-joining methods. Analysis of his recent publications shows a strong focus on nanowire-based sensors, particularly platinum nanowire arrays for electrochemical applications, nanoscale soldering and joining techniques for electronics packaging, and environmental applications of nanomaterials for pollutant degradation. His research bridges fundamental nanomaterials science with practical applications in multiple industries. Scientific Awards: 3M Non-Tenured Faculty Award ACS YCC Leadership Development Award Mark Diamond Research Fund (MDRF) Award Teaching Excellence Award (2011) TURI Sustainability Research Fellow Best Poster Award (2006) - Mid-Atlantic MEMES Alliance Symposium Dr. Gu has successfully advised numerous graduate students including Ph.D. candidates and Master's students. His research has been supported by significant funding from the National Science Foundation, US Environmental Protection Agency, and 3M Company, focusing on nanoscale properties of lead-free nano solders, surface characterization, and magnetically assembling nanoscale metal networks. The Gu Research Group at UML maintains active collaborations and focuses on several key areas: multisegmented and multifunctional nanowires, lead-free nanosolders, porous nanoparticles and nanostructures, nanowire sensors and sensor arrays, novel micro-joining and nano-joining methods, nanoelectronics assembly and packaging, and emerging nanomaterials for environmental remediation.

• Textile Engineering
• Nanomaterials
• Photocatalysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jose Heriberto Oliveira do Nascimento is an Associate Professor in the Department of Textile Engineering at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), Brazil, where he has been employed since February 2013. He also serves as the Coordinator of the Graduate Program in Chemical Engineering (since March 2022) and previously held the position of Department Head for Textile Engineering (from April 2019). Dr. Nascimento earned his PhD in Textile Engineering from the University of Minho, Portugal in 2012, following a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, both from UFRN. His research spans multiple interdisciplinary fields at the intersection of textile engineering, nanotechnology, and environmental applications. His research interests focus on advanced materials development, particularly in nanomaterials synthesis and application, photocatalysis for environmental remediation, graphene and carbon-based nanomaterials, electrochemical sensors, sustainable polymer composites, and innovative textile processing techniques. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to developing environmentally friendly solutions for industrial challenges. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a research trajectory centered on sustainable materials development, environmental remediation technologies, and advanced nanomaterial applications. His work spans energy conversion (solar cells), environmental protection (wastewater treatment), healthcare (wearable sensors), and sustainable manufacturing (eco-friendly textile processing), demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach to solving complex engineering challenges. Dr. Nascimento has served as a peer reviewer for numerous prestigious journals including Carbohydrate Polymers, Cellulose, Chemistry of Materials, Colloids and Surfaces, Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, and Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry, indicating his recognition as an expert in his field. His academic contributions extend beyond research to educational leadership through his coordination of graduate programs and departmental administration, reflecting his commitment to advancing both knowledge and academic infrastructure in his field.