جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Alexander Southanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Materials Science
• Polymer Chemistry
• Biomaterials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexander Southan is a Senior Research Scientist in the CSF Materials department at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems since 2023. His research focuses on functional bio-based or synthetic hydrogels and polymers, addressing applications in sensors, drug delivery, and biomaterials. Previously, he led the 'Chemical and Physical Interfaces' group at the University of Stuttgart and was a team leader in the NanoBioMater interdisciplinary initiative, bridging chemistry, materials science, biology, and engineering. He holds a PhD in polymer chemistry from the University of Stuttgart (2014) and a diploma from Philipps-University of Marburg and Bangor University, specializing in macromolecular chemistry and advanced spectroscopic techniques like CARS. Research interests include polymer synthesis, cross-linking chemistry, hydrogel formulation, and their applications in environmental sensing, drug delivery systems, and biomedical engineering. Notable contributions include developing hydrogels for enzyme immobilization using viral scaffolds and optimizing material properties via design-of-experiments approaches. His work on 3D bioprinting standardization has advanced reproducibility in tissue engineering. He has also contributed to material science through software tools like pyPreprocessing for spectral data analysis and pyProtein for biopolymer calculations.

• Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy
• Metal Nanoparticles
• Biomedical Diagnostics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katerina Prohaska is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Vienna. She holds a PhD in Chemistry (2003) and a Magisterium (1996), both from the University of Vienna. Her primary research focuses on Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS), metal nanoparticles, and their applications in biomedical diagnostics, particularly in oncology and hematology. She is currently involved in the Ra-Dia-M project (2022–2025), developing reproducible SERS techniques for melanoma cell diagnosis. Her work integrates nanotechnology, machine learning, and analytical chemistry to advance diagnostic tools. Key research interests include nanoparticle functionalization for targeted SERS, metabolic profiling of cancer cells, and algorithm optimization for spectral data analysis. Recent publications explore oncometabolite detection in Hodgkin lymphoma, machine learning comparisons for cell classification, and click chemistry modifications for SERS substrates. Prohaska collaborates with experts like Barbara Herbinger and Daniela Lilek on interdisciplinary projects. She has contributed to 22+ research outputs since 1999, with active publications in 2023–2024 emphasizing translational applications of SERS in clinical settings. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided information.

Steven Rombergerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Photosynthesis
• Biochemistry
• Microbiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Steven Romberger is an Associate Professor of Chemistry and Coordinator of the Biochemistry major at Hiram College. He teaches courses in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, and first-year programs. His research focuses on the biochemistry of photosynthesis in understudied organisms like heliobacteria, emphasizing their unique light-limited photosynthetic mechanisms. He leads an active undergraduate research group with 6–12 students at any time, mentoring projects in enzymology, spectroscopy, and reproducibility studies. Education: Ph.D. Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology, Pennsylvania State University, 2011 B.S. Biochemistry, Susquehanna University, 2005 Research Interests: Dr. Romberger investigates photosynthetic diversity across 8 taxa, particularly heliobacteria's unconventional light-dependent electron transfer. His lab employs whole-cell spectroscopy, bioinformatics, and microbiology techniques. Research also spans green chemistry applications and reproducibility in scientific methods. Additional Responsibilities: Director of the Office of Scholarly Endeavors, Coordinator of Hiram's Choose Ohio First program, Sugar Day Coordinator, Chemistry Club Advisor, and mentor for numerous student research projects. Lab & Collaborations: The Romberger Lab hosts student-driven projects like 'Effects of Ferric Ammonium Citrate on Heliobacterial Photosynthesis' and 'Resazurin-Based Dissolved Oxygen Quantification.' Collaborations involve advanced spectroscopic methods and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainably study photosynthetic systems.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Electrochemistry
• Biosensors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cecylia Wardak is a Professor at the Department of Analytical Chemistry , Faculty of Chemistry , University of Maria Curie-Skłodowska. Her research focuses on advanced electrochemical sensors and biosensors using nanomaterials and ionic liquids. Education: Habilitation (2015), Chemistry, UMCS PhD (2003), Chemistry, UMCS MSc (1994), Chemistry, UMCS Research Interests: Professor Wardak specializes in developing ion-selective electrodes and laccase-based biosensors for environmental and health monitoring. Her work emphasizes solid-contact electrodes , ionic liquids , and carbon nanotube integration to enhance sensor performance. Recent projects include dopamine detection via plasma-polymerized biosensors and nitrate monitoring in food and water. Scientific Trends: Her recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining electrochemistry with nanotechnology for environmental science and health diagnostics . Key techniques include voltammetry , potentiometry , and plasma polymerization applied to heavy metal and organic pollutant detection. Scientific Awards: Her contributions have been recognized with the 2017 Silver Medal for Long-Term Service and the 2014 Medal of the National Education Commission , along with multiple Rector's Team Awards for high-impact publications. Professional Involvement: She participated in international COST programs such as CA 16215 (2017-2021) and ES 1302 (2013-2017), contributing to portable analytical platforms and trace metal ecological studies.

Peder Larsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• MRI
• Radio Frequency Pulse Design
• Pulse Sequence Development
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Peder Larson is a Professor in Residence at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, where he serves as Principal Investigator for The Larson Advanced Imaging Technologies Research Group. Based at the UCSF Mission Bay campus in Byers Hall as part of the Quantitative Biosciences Institute, his research group takes an engineering-driven approach to develop advanced medical imaging methods, primarily focusing on MRI with some work in CT and PET. Dr. Larson's research interests span radio frequency pulse design, pulse sequence development, novel imaging strategies, and optimized reconstruction methods for MRI, with particular emphasis on applications in Hyperpolarized carbon-13 agents and semi-solid tissue imaging with ultrashort echo time (UTE) methods. His group works on metabolic imaging with hyperpolarized MRI for cancer imaging, pediatric lung MRI methods, myelin MRI with ultrashort echo time techniques, quantitative imaging on PET/MRI systems, and AI-based analysis of prostate and kidney cancer imaging data. The team frequently draws on backgrounds in engineering, physics, biology, and chemistry to analyze complex imaging data and provide novel information about tissue structure and function. His research publications and educational presentations from 2017-2019 demonstrate a strong focus on hyperpolarized MRI technology, covering everything from fundamental physics to specific clinical applications in cancer, cardiac imaging, and neurology. His work shows a progression from theoretical foundations to practical implementations across multiple organ systems. As an educator, Dr. Larson has developed significant educational resources including the 'Introduction to Principles of MRI' eBook, edited 'Hyperpolarized Carbon-13 Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy,' and created numerous educational materials, courses, and software tools for MRI education. He teaches UCSF Biomedical Imaging 201: Principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Bioengineering 297: Hyperpolarized MR Seminar. Dr. Larson joined UCSF as a post-doctoral scholar in 2007 under Dan Vigneron, PhD, and became faculty in 2011. He completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at Stanford University with Dwight Nishimura, conducting doctoral research on 'MRI of Semi-solid Tissues.' He emphasizes the importance of understanding patient experiences by having his team volunteer for medical and research imaging themselves, stating 'It is important to understand what your patient and research subject experience is going to be.'

• Solid State Physics
• Surface Science
• Nanotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mario Rocca is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics (DIFI) at the University of Genova (UniGe). His research focuses on experimental solid-state physics, surface science, and nanotechnology. Roles: Full Professor, Researcher in Materials Science Affiliation: University of Genova, Department of Physics Research Interests: He investigates surface-assisted chemical reactions, graphene hydrogenation, and advanced materials characterization techniques like X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). His work emphasizes improving data analysis standards for surface science and nanomaterials. Teaching: Courses on Solid State Physics, Surface Science, and Scientific Writing Current Projects: Surface complexation of metal atoms, cross-coupling reactions on nanostructured surfaces Publications Trend: Recent articles highlight his expertise in catalytic surface reactions, graphene modification, and XPS methodology, with interdisciplinary applications in materials chemistry and nanotechnology.

Shane M. Parkerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Chemistry
• Photochemistry
• Spectroscopy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shane M. Parker is an Associate Professor at Case Western Reserve University , specializing in computational and quantum chemistry. His research focuses on developing electronic structure theories to predict photochemical reaction mechanisms and advancing technologies for light-driven chemical synthesis and power generation. Education: B.S. in Chemistry & Mathematics (2008) from the University of Florida; Ph.D. in Chemistry (2014) from Northwestern University; Postdoctoral Fellow (2014–2019) at the University of California, Irvine. His work combines Time-Dependent Density Functional Theory (TDDFT) , surface hopping , and non-adiabatic dynamics to model photochemical processes in molecular materials. Key applications include RNA metabolic labeling , γ-graphyne synthesis , and light-controlled reactions . Recent publications highlight advancements in electronic structure algorithms , ultrafast photodynamics , and carbon nanomaterial characterization . His group actively develops open-source simulation tools for exploratory photochemical research. Professor Parker welcomes postdoctoral, graduate, and undergraduate students to join his research team. Contact him via shane.parker@case.edu . His laboratory collaborates with experimentalists to validate theoretical predictions through spectroscopic measurements and numerical experiments , bridging computational and empirical approaches to solve complex photochemical challenges.

• Nuclear Fusion
• Plasma Physics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Niels Horsten serves as an Assistant Professor at KU Leuven within the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Science. His academic appointment is housed in the Applied Mechanics and Energy conversion (TME) research unit located at Celestijnenlaan 300 - box 2421, 3001 Leuven, where he maintains office room 02.51. His research program bridges computational physics with practical nuclear engineering applications, focusing on critical challenges in both fusion and advanced fission reactor technologies. Dr. Horsten's research expertise centers on plasma edge physics in magnetic confinement fusion devices, particularly tokamak divertor phenomena. His work employs advanced computational frameworks including SOLPS-ITER and EDGE2D-EIRENE to model plasma-neutral interactions, radiation transport, and detachment processes. He has made significant contributions to hybrid fluid-kinetic modeling approaches that balance computational efficiency with physical accuracy in plasma edge simulations. His research extends to Small Modular Reactor development, where he leads projects optimizing steam generators and heat exchangers for lead-cooled systems, demonstrating his ability to bridge fusion and fission reactor technologies. Analysis of Dr. Horsten's publication record reveals a consistent focus on improving the fidelity of plasma edge simulations through methodological innovations in numerical techniques. His recent work emphasizes sensitivity analysis, uncertainty quantification, and code validation against experimental data from major facilities like JET. The publications show increasing involvement in EU-DEMO related research, indicating his growing role in preparing computational tools for next-generation fusion power plants. His collaborative approach is evident in numerous multi-author papers involving international fusion research teams. Dr. Horsten currently serves as promotor for two significant research projects: 'Optimization of the steam generators in lead-cooled Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)' (2025-2029) and 'Shape Optimization of Heat Exchangers for Lead-Cooled Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)' (2025-2029). These projects represent substantial research commitments that bridge his expertise in computational modeling with practical reactor engineering challenges. His work maintains strong connections to the EUROfusion consortium and ITER development efforts, as evidenced by his co-authorship on major program overviews and JET experimental campaign reports. Within KU Leuven's research ecosystem, Dr. Horsten contributes to the Applied Mechanics and Energy conversion unit, which focuses on sustainable energy systems and advanced mechanical engineering solutions. This environment provides interdisciplinary support for his work at the intersection of nuclear engineering, computational physics, and thermal-fluid sciences, enabling him to address complex challenges in both fusion and advanced fission reactor technologies.

• Biotechnology
• Analytical Chemistry
• Cancer Diagnostics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Birgit Herbinger serves as Head of the Bachelor's degree program in Biotechnological Processes and Head of the Master's Program Biotechnology & Analytics at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt (FHWN), specifically at the Biotech Campus Tulln. She is affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and leads research initiatives at the intersection of biotechnology, analytics, and engineering applications. Her research interests span multiple domains including: Biotechnology applications for textile recycling, particularly enzymatic processes for polyester/cotton separation Cancer diagnostics using advanced spectroscopic techniques like surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) Omics technologies and bioinformatics for biological analysis Mass spectrometry applications in tumor stroma analysis and mycotoxin research Prof. Herbinger's recent publication activity shows consistent output with 27 publications as of 2025, demonstrating expertise in applying analytical techniques to solve complex biological and engineering problems. Her work increasingly incorporates artificial intelligence approaches for data analysis. Her notable research projects include: Ra-Dia_M (2022-2025): Reproducible label-free surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy for melanoma cell diagnosis CIM - Tumor Stroma Analysis using Nano LC-MS/MS (2020-2023) Myko-Ten (2019-2020): Investigating mealworms for mycotoxin degradation OMICS 4.0 (2018-2023): Bioinformatics in interdisciplinary life science research Prof. Herbinger collaborates with other institutions including the University of Applied Sciences IMC Krems on cancer diagnostics research, demonstrating her commitment to interdisciplinary and collaborative science.

Axel Müllerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mineralogy
• Petrology
• Granite and Pegmatite Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Axel Müller serves as Research Group Leader for the Norwegian Center for Mineralogy (NORMIN) at the Natural History Museum, University of Oslo. His academic career spans industry, government geological surveys, and academia, with current focus on mineralogy and petrology of granites and pegmatites. Müller maintains dual affiliations as External Researcher at the Natural History Museum of London since 2012. Professor of Mineralogy, University of Oslo (2015-present) Research Group Leader, NORMIN External Researcher, Natural History Museum London (2012-present) Associate Editor, Journal of Geochemical Exploration Scientific Associate, Natural History Museum London Professor Müller's research centers on genetic mineralogy, particularly quartz chemistry in pegmatite systems, with applications for solar cells and microchip production. His work bridges fundamental mineral science and industrial applications, focusing on rare-metal (Li, Sn, W, Nb, Ta, REE) and industrial mineral deposits. Current projects emphasize exploration for critical raw materials essential to the energy transition. His publication record demonstrates consistent output in top geoscience journals, with recent work (2023-2025) focusing on pegmatite exploration techniques, quartz chemistry, and machine learning applications in mineral deposit identification. Müller leads the significant EU-funded GREENPEG project developing tools for locating buried pegmatite deposits containing lithium and high-purity quartz. Society of Economic Geologists (SEG) Society for Geology Applied to Mineral Deposits (SGA) Mineralogical Society of UK and Ireland Leibniz-Sozietät der Wissenschaften zu Berlin Professor Müller actively supervises graduate students through the University of Oslo, with research opportunities connected to NORMIN's analytical facilities and international collaborations. His GREENPEG project provides substantial funding for PhD and postdoctoral positions focused on critical raw materials exploration. The research group maintains strong industry partnerships with mineral exploration companies and geological surveys across Europe. NORMIN serves as Norway's national hub for mineralogical research, housing advanced analytical equipment and the Mars Sample Return Analogue Sample Library (MSR ASL). Müller's group conducts fieldwork across Norwegian pegmatite provinces and European lithium deposits, with recent work in Austria's Wolfsberg deposit and Norway's Tysfjord region.

• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs)
• Supramolecular Chemistry
• Surface Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Neil Champness is the Norman Haworth Professor of Chemistry in the School of Chemistry at the University of Birmingham, UK, a position he has held since January 2021. His research program focuses on advanced materials chemistry, particularly in the areas of Metal-Organic Frameworks and supramolecular chemistry. Professor Champness's research interests include: Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and porous materials Supramolecular chemistry and molecular self-assembly Surface science and on-surface synthesis Electrochemistry of molecular frameworks Nanomaterials design and characterization His recent work has explored the structural, electrochemical, and spectroelectrochemical properties of perylenediimide-based MOFs, lanthanide MOFs with nanostructured node disorder, and the fundamental principles of supramolecular chemistry in framework materials. Professor Champness has published extensively in top-tier chemistry journals including Nature Communications, Nature Materials, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and Chemical Science. Professor Champness is an active member of the academic community, having completed 65 peer reviews for 23 different publications and grants. He has reviewed for prestigious journals including Nature, Nature Communications, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and many others across the chemical sciences.