Physics Department
2. Coherence effects, order, and defects in materials • 3. Advanced characterization (multi-modes) • 4. Scalability and processing of materials • 5. Chemical processes-dependent on nano- and meso-scale dimensions • 7. Interaction of quantum dots with semiconductor materials • 8. Thermal transport • 10. Optoelectronic properties • 12. Theory and simulation of phenomena
General Area(s) of Research: Photovoltaic and thermoelectric materials, with a focus on novel semiconductor development through a combination of experiment and theory
Description of potential projects for CINEMA applicants: Synthesis and electronic/optical characterization of novel semiconductors for thermoelectric and photovoltaic applications. Development of phase change materials for thermal energy storage for dispatchable renewable applications.