Work with thought leaders and academic experts in surfaces interfaces

Ed has been working in the field of nanoscience and chemistry since completing his Ph.D. in 2014. He has worked on a variety of projects ranging from drug delivery to nanodevice fabrication and characterization. Elliott has published numerous papers in both peer-reviewed journals and conferences and holds several US patents. He has also presented his research at various international conferences and workshops and currently works as a consultant focused on sustainability and green chemistry.

I am a consultant specializing in laser damage resistant optical coatings. I have extensive experience as a physicist and optical engineer, with BS and PhD degrees in physics, SPIE and Optica (formerly Optical Society of America) senior memberships, and 50+ scientific publications.  My expertise in laser damage resistant optical coatings is based on my experience at Sandia National Laboratories where, from 2004 to 2017, I designed and produced optical coatings for the meter-size optics of Sandia’s petawatt-class Z-Backlighter high energy lasers. I was a distributor for OptiLayer Thin Film Software from 2017 to 2022.

Research work is focused on the formulation of nanoparticles encapsulated materials which could be useful for tissue engineering, stem cells, drug delivery and biomechanics to create biologically inspired tissue and organ constructs. Furthermore, 3D material may play significant role in the healing of complex tissues and organs in vitro and in vivo.

Chemical engineering expertise focused on polymer-based material synthesis, modification, and application and experimental and computational transport (momentum, heat, and mass) modeling. Specialties: material synthesis and characterization: bulk and surface initiated polymerization, stimuli responsive polymers, renewable polymers (bioplastics), lung simulation, transport modeling, nano- and micro-particles, and surface modification FTIR, XPS/ESCA, TGA, DSC, GPC, CA, AFM, T/SEM, LS

Michael Hickner is an accomplished researcher and educator with an extensive background in chemical engineering. He received his PhD in Chemical Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2003. For the past 15 years, Hickner has been a Rogerson Endowed Professor at Michigan State University, where he has conducted highly acclaimed research in the areas of sustainable energy technologies and nanomanufacturing. Previous to this appointment, Hickner was a Senior Member of the Technical Staff at Sandia National Laboratories, where he conducted post-doctoral research in the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, and catalysis. Given his diverse skill set and supportive leadership style, Michigan State students look to Hickner to provide them with the guidance, mentorship, and educational tools necessary to excel in the field of chemical engineering.

T. Osswald is Hoeganaes Professor of Materials at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he has been a faculty member since 1989. Osswald received the PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1987, the MS in Mechanical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in 1982, and the BS in Mechanical Engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in 1981. Before joining the UW-Madison faculty, Osswald was a Humboldt Fellow at the Rheinisch Westfalische Technische Hochschule Aachen. Osswald’s research interests are in the areas of processing-structure-property relationships for metals and composites, with a focus on powder metallurgy and metal injection molding. His research has been supported by the National Science Foundation, the Department of Energy, the US Army Research Office, and industry. Osswald is a Fellow of ASM International and the American Academy of Mechanics, and he has received the Extrusion Division Award, the Powder Metallurgy Division Award, and the Distinguished Teaching Award from TMS.

Dr. Deopura has over 45 years of experience in the field of polymer physics.. He has been a professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi since 1974, and has also served as the Head of the Department there. In addition to her teaching and research experience, Dr. Deopura has also authored or co-authored over 190 scientific papers in various international journals

As a PhD in Materials Sciences with a robust background in project management and research, I specialize in nanotechnology, particularly in renewable energy and semiconductors. My career spans across significant roles , where I have led cross-functional global teams, managed substantial research projects, and developed innovative technologies. I have a proven track record of securing funding, crafting compelling business cases, and forging strategic partnerships. I am fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and am adept at engaging diverse stakeholders. My passion lies in leveraging my expertise to drive groundbreaking research and innovation in the clean energy sector. My commitment to sustainability and technical acumen align perfectly with the collaborative goals of NotedSource.

Quantum computing: Quantum machine learning, quantum neural network, quantum annealing inspired optimization algorithms, gate-based quantum computing, variational quantum algorithms, QAOA, VQE Software development: C/C++ (10 years), MATLAB (10 years), Python (2 years) Parallel and distributed computation: OpenMP, MPI, GPU CUDA, HPC(Slurm, PBS) Cloud computing: CI/CD (GitHub Action), reference architecture, AWS and Azure, RESTful API, Nodejs, SQL Mathematics: operations research, combinatorial optimization, advanced algebra, linear algebra, statistics

Parvin Bayati is a highly accomplished physicist with a Ph.D in physics from None in 2017. She has extensive experience in conducting research and has worked as a Postdoc researcher at prestigious institutions such as Pennsylvania State University, Université Paris-Sud, and Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences. Her research focuses on theoretical and computational physics, with a particular interest in quantum mechanics and condensed matter physics. Parvin has published numerous papers in reputable scientific journals and has presented her work at international conferences. She is also a dedicated mentor, having supervised several undergraduate and graduate students in their research projects. With her strong academic background and expertise in physics, Parvin continues to make significant contributions to the field of physics.

Prof. Anantha Padmanabhan Kuppuswamy is a renowned scientist and academician with extensive experience in the field of materials science and metallurgy. He completed his B Sc in Metallurgical Engineering from Banaras Hindu University in 1968 and went on to obtain his PhD from the University of Cambridge in 1972. Prof. Kuppuswamy has held various prestigious positions in his career, including being a Professor of Eminence at Anna University in Chennai, a Distinguished Professor at the University of Hyderabad, and the Director of IIT Kanpur. He has also served as a Professor at IIT Madras. His research interests include materials characterization, mechanical behavior of materials, and nanomaterials. He has published numerous papers in international journals and has received several awards and honors for his contributions to the field of materials science. Apart from his academic achievements, Prof. Kuppuswamy is also known for his dedication to teaching and mentoring students. He has guided several PhD students and postdoctoral fellows, many of whom have gone on to have successful careers in academia and industry. In recognition of his contributions to the field, Prof. Kuppuswamy has been elected as a Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy, the Indian Academy of Sciences, and the Indian National Academy of Engineering. He has also received the prestigious Lifetime Contribution Award in Engineering 2020 from the Indian National Academy of Engineering. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K.A.\_Padmanabhan https://scholar.google.co.in/citations?user=CNpGoFsAAAAJ&hl=en

As a chemical engineer with a passion for advancing materials science, I bring a wealth of expertise to the field of materials characterization and research. My professional journey has been defined by a relentless pursuit of understanding surface phenomena and interfaces through cutting-edge techniques. My academic background has provided me with a strong foundation in chemical engineering, allowing me to delve deeply into the intricate world of materials characterization. Over the years, I have honed my skills in utilizing surface-sensitive techniques to unravel the complexities of various materials. A significant portion of my research endeavors has been dedicated to exploring heterogeneous catalysis and the interfaces crucial to battery technologies. Through meticulous experimentation and analysis, I have contributed to uncovering insights that drive innovation in energy storage and conversion systems. My expertise extends to semiconductor materials, where I have actively engaged in research pertaining to solar cells and electrochemical cells. By leveraging state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, including Ultra High Vacuum techniques and advanced microscopic capabilities such as electron microscopes and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, I have been able to push the boundaries of what is possible in materials science. At the core of my work lies a commitment to pushing the frontiers of knowledge and driving practical applications. My fully equipped laboratory serves as a hub for interdisciplinary exploration, where collaboration and innovation thrive. I am driven by a profound curiosity to unravel the mysteries of materials behavior and to translate these discoveries into tangible solutions that address pressing societal challenges. With a blend of academic rigor, technical proficiency, and a relentless drive for excellence, I am poised to make enduring contributions to the ever-evolving landscape of materials science and engineering.