Seminar Schedule

Date	Speaker	Title
2/6	Thomas Folland University of Iowa	Uncovering the Properties of Emerging Materials and Devices using Infrared Microscopy and Nanoscopy
2/12	Emmett Redd Missouri State University	Internal Brain Operations are Super-Turing
2/20	Weigang Wang University of Arizona	Putting a Spin on Next Generation Transistors
2/27	Dharmraj Kotekar-Patil University of Arkansas	Quantum Transport in Two-dimensional Materials
3/6	Tauhidul Islam Case Western Reserve University	Developing Galfenol Nanocomposite for Magnetostrictive Wireless Sensor
3/13	Ian Crossfield University of Kansas	TBA
3/20	Spring Break	No seminar
3/27	Sharif Uddin Purdue University	TBA
4/3	Cory Padgett Clemson University	TBA
4/10	Xianglin Li Washington University in St. Louis	TBA
4/17	Yishu Wang University of Tennessee	TBA
4/24	Hichem Guerboukha University of Missouri - Kansas City	TBA

Fall 2024

Date	Speaker	Title
8/22	1st week of classes	No seminar
8/29	Dr. Darou Han Missouri University of Science and Technology	In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) on the Moon: From Regolith to Metals
8/29	Abstract: In this “Age of Artemis” for lunar exploration, we are excited to work on some challenging and interesting projects related to the theme of In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) on the Moon. Particularly, I will present two ongoing projects funded by NASA: 1) a project looking into regolith beneficiation (separation of lunar regolith particles by size and composition) with novel electrodynamic designs; and 2) a concept of producing aluminum in-situ on the Moon through molten salt electrolysis. So come and join the presentation/discussion and … To the Moon!
9/5	Dr. Michael Penwarden Sandia National Laboratories	Physics-Informed Machine Learning (PIML): Applications and Methodologies
9/5	Seminar via Teams Abstract: Physics-Informed Machine Learning (PIML) has emerged as a mean of solving partial differential equations (PDEs) in computational science and engineering (CS&E). In particular, two paradigms have emerged: dataless Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) and data-driven neural operators. At the burgeoning of a new field, there is an opportunity to bring in existing methodological knowledge to develop novel architectures for a wide variety of applications. I will cover the fundamentals of these models, examples of new methodologies, application areas, and finally an idea of the direction the field is going and future potential. The talk will take a broad and informative approach since the field is still nascent.
9/12	David Beckwitt (alum) University of Missouri	X-Ray Diffraction Investigation into CVD-Grown van der Waals Films: Disorder and Structure
9/12	Abstract: Van der Waals (vdW) materials, characterized by their vertically stacked two-dimensional (2D) layers, exhibit unique electronic properties due to the weak vdW interactions between the layers. Using x-ray diffraction with an area detector, we explore vdW thin films of PbI2 grown by chemical vapor deposition (CVD) as well as resultant 2D perovskite films produced by intercalating PbI2 films with long chain organic cations. Owing to the weak vdW interaction with the substrate, the films grow flat on any substrate. Furthermore, rotational disorder is observed in the film plane, giving rise to a 2D powder. This 2D powder manifests as well-defined diffraction spots, which we have quantitatively modeled. The area detector is particularly effective for observing stacking disorder that is another consequence of the weak vdW interaction between the layers. The interpretation and modeling of the diffraction images will be discussed and represents a broadly useful approach for investigating layered vdW systems which comprise a ubiquitous class of materials.
9/19	Dr. Derek Meyers Oklahoma State University	Manipulating Electronic Structure in Ruthenate Heterostructures
9/19	Abstract: Complex oxides have been at the forefront of materials research for several decades due to their rich phase diversity and potential for next generation electronics. Atomic level control of layering such materials, forming unique structures that do not exist in nature, has led to unique tunability and emergent phases. In this talk, we will introduce these fascinating materials and show results from our work at Oklahoma State University on ruthenate oxides confined by band insulating interlayers. Ruthenates are of high interest due to their potential odd parity superconductivity and Chern insulating topological states with applications in quantum information science. Careful manipulation of the interlayer coupling was found to strongly modulate the hybridized states between Ru and O. These results display the high sensitivity of the ruthenate oxides to controlled perturbation highlighting their potential in next generation electronics.
9/26	Dr. Thushari Jayasekera Southern Illinois University	Modeling and Simulation of Materials – A Multi Physics Approach
9/26	Abstract: Understanding the properties of materials across various length scales is essential for advancing diverse technological and biological applications. Physics-based simulations offer a powerful toolset for exploring material behavior at the atomic scale, allowing researchers to gain deep insights into systems spanning from engineered materials to biological molecules. In this talk, I will present an overview of multi-scale modeling approaches, highlighting simulations such as ab initio density functional theory (DFT), molecular dynamics (MD), and continuum mechanics. By integrating these approaches, we can bridge different length scales and make significant predictions in highly interdisciplinary applications. I will present findings from several ongoing studies conducted by our group, covering both Materials Science and Biological applications.
10/3	Dr. Nirmal Ghimire University of Notre Dame	Engineering Magnetic Crystals for Quantum Phenomena
10/3	Seminar via Teams Abstract: The synthesis of new materials is often the key starting point for advancing both our fundamental understanding of physics and the pursuit of technological development. In this talk, I will present our synthesis-driven approach, which is focused on creating material platforms to realize novel quantum phenomena with potential technological applications. Specifically, I will discuss various techniques of single crystal growth and illustrate engineered phenomena through our recent work on two particular sets of magnetic materials: kagome magnets and intercalated transition metal dichalcogenides.
10/10	Fall Break	No seminar
10/17	Dr. Hanna Terletska Middle Tennessee State University	Quantum Materials: Insights from Numerical Simulations
10/17	Seminar via Teams Abstract: Quantum materials, such as Mott insulators and high-temperature superconductors, are at the forefront of modern physics, promising breakthroughs in energy technology. These materials exhibit exotic phases of matter that challenge our understanding. Strong electron-electron interactions and disorder can lead to dramatic changes in their electronic, magnetic, and transport properties. In this talk, I will explore how computational tools have become essential in studying these complex systems. I will introduce key concepts using the Hubbard model and explain how Dynamical Mean Field Theory helps us understand the Mott metal-insulator transition as a quantum critical phase transition. Moreover, I will highlight our recent use of AI tools to investigate Heusler alloys, demonstrating how these advanced techniques are opening new pathways in quantum materials research. This talk aims to provide an accessible introduction to the exciting intersection of computation and quantum physics, offering insights into the future of material science.
10/24	Dr. Tansu Daylan Washington University in St. Louis	Planet-Induced Stellar Flares from the TESS Mission
10/24	Abstract: The radius-irradiation valley is an empirical underpopulation of close-in planets with radii 1.5-2.0 times that of the Earth, which is likely an outcome of atmospheric loss due to photoevaporation or core-powered mass loss. However, the ability of a planet to retain its atmosphere critically depends on the poorly understood planetary magnetism. One probe of planetary magnetic fields is magnetic star-planet interactions, where a close-in planet magnetically interacts with its host, potentially inducing flares as the planet moves near its periastron within the Alfvén surface of its host star. We construct a pipeline, ardor, to detect and characterize potentially planet-induced flares in time-series photometric data using a physically motivated forward model of star-planet interactions. We perform extensive injection-recovery simulations to determine our sensitivity to flares that correlate with the planetary phase over a range of stellar types and orbital architectures. While we do not find any planet-hosting star with a statistically significant detection of phase-correlated flaring activity, we discuss intriguing targets that exhibit tentative signals and study the implications on the strength of the magnetic fields of close-in planets in our sample.
10/31	Dr. Wan Shou University of Arkansas	Advancing Manufacturing from Materials, and Processes to Functional Applications
10/31	Seminar via Teams Abstract: Manufacturing involves materials, processes, and corresponding products. Functional devices, ranging from wearable electronics, batteries, energy harvesters, and water purifiers, are becoming indispensable to our society. However, transforming materials to functional applications in a scalable way is challenging. In this talk, we will discuss how to leverage materials, and innovative manufacturing processes to realize functional products. In addition, we will also show how artificial intelligence (AI) can assist 3D printing materials development, and composite structure design and optimization. Lastly, we will also show how to make devices smart with the assistance of AI. This talk will shed light on how to integrate different manufacturing components to advance manufacturing and functional applications, as well making manufacturing smarter.
11/7	Dr. Delower Hossain (alum) University of Tennessee Space Institute	TBA
11/7	Seminar via Teams
11/14	Dr. Andrzej Baran Missouri State University	TBA
11/14
11/21	Yadira Gaibor (alum) Massachusetts Institute of Technology	TBA
11/21	Seminar via Teams
11/28	Thanksgiving Holiday	No seminar
12/5	Last week of classes	No seminar
12/12	Finals' week	No seminar

Spring 2024

Date	Speaker	Title
2/1	Dr. Carissa Jones Brewer Science	Development of Sensing Systems for Real-Time, Water Quality Measurements
2/8	Dr. Bernadette Broderick University of Missouri	Conformer-specific Desorption in Interstellar Ices Probed by Chirped-pulse mm-Wave Rotational Spectroscopy
2/15	Dr. Dmitry Ovchinnikov University of Kansas	Van der Waals Topological Magnets and Superconductors
2/22	Dr. Rana Biswas Ames National Laboratory and Iowa State University	Novel Physical Phenomena in Nano-arrays and Nanostructures
2/29	Gabriele Corso Massachusetts Institute of Technology	DiffDock: Diffusion Steps, Twists, and Turns for Molecular Docking
3/7	Dr. Adam Miller Northwestern University	Mind the Gap: Capturing the Bright and Fast Transient Sky Missed by Rubin/LSST with LS4
3/21	Dr. Dipanjan Mazumdar Southern Illinois University	Theory-driven Experimental Search of Novel Magnetic Materials for Nanotechnology Applications
4/4	Dr. Tanvi Gujarati IBM Research, Almaden	Applications of Quantum Computing for Problems in Chemistry and Material Sciences
4/11	Dr. Xiaofeng Guo Washington State University	Understanding Thermodynamics of Critical Metal Materials under Extreme Conditions
4/18	Rajan Khadka (alum) Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Thermal and Mechanical Properties of Organic-Inorganic Nanolaminates
4/25	Dr. Timothy Jones Craven Community College	Misconceptions about Teaching, from a Community College Perspective

Fall 2023

Date	Speaker	Title
9/21	Dr. Steven Harrellson (alum) Columbia University	Hydration Solids
9/28	Austin Shearin (alum) SynTouch, Inc.	What I thought I learned, what I actually learned, and what I wished I learned from getting a bachelors in Physics
9/29	Dr. Ariful Haque (alum) Texas State University	(i) Fully funded Ph.D. opportunities in MSEC at Texas State University (ii) UWBG Carbon for Electronic Applications
10/5	Dr. Saikat Talapatra Southern Illinois University	Emerging Nanomaterials & Composites for Electronics, Energy & Environmental Applications
10/19	Chenfeng Cao Hongkong University of Science and Technology	Accelerated Variational Quantum Eigensolver with Joint Bell Measurement
10/26	Dr. Halya Hodovanets Missouri University of Science and Technology	Inversion and Time-reversal Symmetry Broken Weyl Semimetal
11/2	Dr. Kurt Brorsen University of Missouri	Calculating Vibrationally Averaged Molecular Properties with Multicomponent Methods
11/9	Dr. Andrew Meng University of Missouri	Epitaxial AlScN Films and Nanowires for Ferroelectric Random-Access Memory Applications
11/16	Dr. Elisabeth Mills University of Kansas	Hidden Engines: Uncovering the Workings of the Nearest Galaxy Centers
11/30	Dr. Mohammadreza Momenitaheri University of Missouri, Kansas City	Stimuli-Responsive Multi-Functional 2D and 3D Nanoporous Materials in Condensed Phases

Spring 2023

Date	Speaker	Title
2/2	Simon Batzner Harvard University	Equivariant Interatomic Potentials
2/9	Dr. Deepak Singh University of Missouri	Designer Magnet with Fundamental and Practical Implications
2/23	John Dagdelen University of California, Berkeley	Natural Language Processing for Accelerating Scientific Breakthroughs
3/2	Dr. Julia Medvedeva Missouri University of Science and Technology	Fundamentals of Amorphous Oxide Semiconductors
3/9	Isaac Laseter University of Wisconsin-Madison	The JWST Advanced Deep Extragalactic Survey (JADES): The First Results from the Deepest Observations of the Universe to Date
4/13	Dr. Sheng Ran Washington University in St. Louis	Spin-triplet Superconducting State in the Nearly Ferromagnetic Compound UTe₂
4/27	Dr. Yijia Gu Missouri University of Science and Technology	Phase-field Modeling of Ferroelectrics: Polarization Rotation and Flexoelectricity
5/4	Dr. Bret Lehmer University of Arkansas	An X-ray Perspective on the Evolution of Galaxies Throughout the Universe

Fall 2022

Date	Speaker	Title
8/25	Dr. Arthur Mar University of Alberta	Materials Discovery through Machine Learning: Experimental Validation and Interpretable Models
9/15	Dr. Katharine Flores Washington University in St. Louis	High-throughput Investigations of Phase Formation and Mechanical Properties in Complex Metallic Alloys
9/29	Alex Miller (alum) ThermAvant Technologies	2010 Alumni Update: Career Paths, Thermal Management R&D, and In-state Job Opportunities
10/20	Dr. Alice Bean University of Kansas	Experimental Particle Physics and Tracking Detectors
11/3	Dr. Daniel Moreno Missouri State University	Exploring the Limits of Electrosorption-Based Electrodes for Capacitive Deionization Using Thermodynamic Principles
11/10	Dr. Manashi Nath Missouri University of Science and Technology	The Story of Transition Metal Chalcogenides: Multifaceted Electrochemical Applications for Energy Conversion, Storage, Sensing & Catalysis
12/1	Dr. Ruma Dutta Missouri State University	Multiple Attractor in Tumor Immune Dynamics

Spring 2022

Date	Speaker	Title
1/27	Christian Stepien (PAMS)	Analysis of Thorium Ions in Chloride Aqueous Solutions using Raman Spectroscopy
2/10	Devon Romine (PAMS)	Modeling Atomic Layer Deposition of Alumina as an Ultra-Thin Tunnel Barrier Using Reactive Molecular Dynamics
2/16	Bandon Decker University of Missouri-Kansas City	Stellar Mass Properties of Infrared-selected High-redshift Galaxy Clusters from MaDCoWS
2/17	Emily Justus (PAMS)	Applications of a Combined Approach of Kinetic Monte Carlo Simulations and Machine Learning to Model Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) of Metal Oxides
3/3	Dr. Mahmud Reaz (alum) Microchip Technology Inc.	Reliability of Silicon Devices - Hot Electron Effects
3/10	Dr. Corrinne Mills University of Illinois-Chicago & Fermilab	Baryogenesis, Higgs Bosons, and What's Next
3/24	Dr. Guang Bian University of Missouri-Columbia	Cloning of Dirac Electrons in Graphene/SiC Heterostructure
3/29	Farhan Ishrak (PAMS)	Investigations of Mn-Co-NiO Based Heterostructured Nanocrystals
3/29	Sharif Uddin (PAMS)	A Study of Bimagnetic CoO/NiFe₂O₄ Heterostructured Nanoparticles
3/31	Dr. Soumitra SenGupta Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science	Gravitational Wave: The Song of the Cosmos
4/7	Dr. Xiaobo Chen University of Missouri-Kansas City	Chasing Clean Energy and Environment Dream with Nanoscience: Photocatalysis, Rechargeable Battery, Hydrogen Production & Others – A Brief Summary of Our Past Research
4/21	Ripon Saha University of Missouri-Kansas City	Identifying Large-scale Structures Using Dust-obscured Galaxies (DOGs) as Signposts 9-10 Billion Light-years Away
4/28	Dr. Tommy Sewell University of Missouri-Columbia	Predicting Multiscale Responses of Organic High Explosives Subjected to Thermo-Mechanical Extremes
5/5	Dr. Xiangbo (Henry) Meng University of Arkansas	Atomic & Molecular Layer Deposition (ALD/MLD) for Emerging Research Studies
5/12	Dr. Hiro Nakamura University of Arkansas	Angle-resolved Photoelectron Spectroscopy: 2D Materials and Heterostructures

Fall 2021

Date	Speaker	Title
9/2	Rifat Ara Shams (PAMS)	Study of Structural, Electrical and Optical Properties of Copper Oxide Phase Mixture Thin Films Grown by Pulsed Laser Deposition
9/9	Bishwajite Karmakar (PAMS)	Study of Structural and Magnetic Properties of Ni-NiO Thin Films
9/16	Dr. Adam Brandt (alum) Colorado State University & NIST	A Measurement of the 2S_1/2 - 8D_5/2 Transition in Hydrogen
9/23	Dr. Conal Murray IBM T.J. Watson Research Center	Investigating Material Improvements in Superconducting Qubits
9/30	Dr. Shun Saito Missouri University of Science and Technology	Cosmic Acceleration and the Role of Galaxy Surveys
10/14	Dr. Yicheng Guo University of Missouri - Columbia	Dissecting Distant Galaxies: How Sub-structures Shed Light on Galaxy Formation and Evolution
10/21	Dr. Maria Mills University of Missouri - Columbia	Force-based Detection of Sub-millisecond Topo-isomerase IA Dynamics
10/28	Dr. Wai-Lun Chan University of Kansas	Turning Light into Electricity – How Excitons Dissociate at van der Waals Interfaces
11/4	Emily Justus (PAMS)	Applications of a Combined Approach of Kinetic Monte Carlo Simulations and Machine Learning to Model Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) of Metal Oxides
11/11	Devon Romine (PAMS)	Modeling Atomic Layer Deposition of Alumina as an Ultra-thin Tunnel Barrier using Reactive Molecular Dynamics
11/18	Dr. Damena Agonafer Washington University in St. Louis	Bioinspired Evaporative Cooling for High Heat Flux Applications
12/2	Dr. Rizal Hariadi Arizona State University	Understanding Molecular Machines using Protein and DNA Origami Nanoarrays
12/9	Dr. Jingyi Chen University of Arkansas	Controlling Three Dimensional Morphology of Nonprecious Metal-Based Nanostructures

Spring 2021

Date	Speaker	Title
1/21	Dr. Jason Jackiewicz New Mexico State University	Seismology of Sun and Stars
1/28	Dr. Michael Gordon Æsir Technologies	Nickel-Zinc Battery Research Opportunities
2/4	Kwabena Asante Boahen (PAMS)	Modeling of Argon Bombardment and Densification of Low-temperature Organic Precursors using Reactive Molecular Dynamics Simulations and Machine Learning
2/11	Dr. Oliver C. Grant Complex Carbohydrate Research Center, University of Georgia	Virus-Receptor Interactions of Glycosylated SARS-CoV-2 Spike and Human ACE2 Receptor
3/2	Bikash Timalsina (PAMS)	Development of EAM and RF-MEAM Potential to Study Thermal Properties of Zirconium Diboride
3/2	Bishwajite Karmakar (PAMS)	Tuning Physical Properties of ZnO for Optoelectronics Applications
2/25	Dr. Cathy Wong University of Oregon	In Situ Transient Absorption Spectroscopy During Materials Formation
3/4	Dr. Robert Baker National eXtreme Ultrafast Science (NeXUS), Ohio State University	Watching Electrons Move at Interfaces: Visualizing Charge and Spin Dynamics Using Ultrafast XUV Spectroscopy
3/11	Alin Niraula (PAMS)	Transport Properties of Binary and Doped Diborides
3/11	Abiodun Odusanya (PAMS)	A Study of Laser-assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Technique to Grow Carbon-based Materials
3/25	Shannon Dulz (PhD student, alum) University of Notre Dame	Cold Exoplanets: Ground-based Direct Imaging and Population Studies Planning for Future Space Missions
4/8	Dr. Vashti Sawtelle Michigan State University	Research on Inclusive Practices: Supporting Two-Year College Transfer Students in the Physics Community
4/15	Dr. Ryan Behunin Northern Arizona University	Noise in Integrated Photonic Brillouin Lasers
4/22	Dr. Marilu Perez Garcia Ames National Laboratory	Designing Ligands with Predetermined Metal Ion Selectivity using Electronic Structure Theory, Machine Learning, and Molecular Mechanics
4/23	Rifat Ara Shams (PAMS)	Electrical and Optical Properties of CuO-Cu₂O Phase Mixture for Solar Cell Application
4/29	Joshua Kern (alum) Clemson University	Using ro-vibrational Emission from Protoplanetary Disks in Order to Observe Accretion and Planet Formation in Action
4/30	Abu Zobair (PAMS)	Effect of Pulsed Laser Annealing on the Optoelectronic Properties of ZnO Thin Films
4/30	Sajal Islam (PAMS)	Simulation and Fabrication of All Oxide Based Glass/ITO/TiO₂/CuO/Au Heterostructure for Solar Cell Application

Fall 2020

Date	Speaker	Title
9/3	David Magness (PAMS)	Kinetic Monte Carlo Simulations of Atomic Layer Deposition
9/3	Tauhidul Islam (PAMS)	Study of Size-controlled CoO@MnFe₂O₄ Core-shell Nanoparticle
9/10	Dr. Matthew Horton Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory	Democratizing Access to Materials Science with the Materials Project
9/17	Nadib Akram (PAMS)	A Raman Study of Actinide Complex Species in Aqueous Chloride Solutions at High P-T Conditions
9/17	Sudha Krishnan (PAMS)	Exploring Topological Weyl Semimetals Isostructural to YbMnBi₂ and Co₂MnGa
9/24	Dr. Andrew Mason University of Central Arkansas	Do They Care, and Does It Matter? An Analysis of Learning Goals and Perceived Relevance of Introductory Physics to Life Science Majors
10/1	Dr. Jessica Krogstad University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign	Exploring the Potential of Concentrated Point Defects: Their Role in Mass Transport, Microstructural Evolution and Material Functionality
10/15	Dr. Paul Canfield Ames National Laboratory & Iowa State University	Cooking, Fishing and Jogging through Phase Space: A Practical Guide to Discovering and Understanding New Materials
10/22	Dr. Dilpuneet Aidhy University of Wyoming	Properties of Concentrated Alloys Predicted from Atomistic Calculations and Machine Learning
10/29	Abiodun Odusanya (PAMS)	A Study of Laser-assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Technique to Grow Carbon-based Materials
10/29	Sajal Islam (PAMS)	TiO₂-CuO Heterostructure Solar Cell for Cost Effective and Better Optoelectronic Properties
11/5	Alin Niraula (PAMS)	Predicting Thermal Conductivity of High Temperature Ceramics (Diborides)
11/5	Abu Zobair (PAMS)	Effect of Pulsed Laser Annealing on ZnO Thin Films
11/12	Dr. Alannah Hallas University of British Columbia	Competing Orders and Phases in Pyrochlore Magnets
11/19	Bikash Timalsina (PAMS)	EAM and RF-MEAM Interatomic Potential Development to Study Thermal Properties of Zirconium Diboride
12/3	Dr. Catherine Espaillat Boston University	A Panchromatic View of Variability in Protoplanetary Disks

Spring 2020

Date	Speaker	Title
1/23	Yuxuan Lu (PAMS)	Reactive MD Simulation on the Formation of Amorphous Sub-nano Alumina Layer
1/23	Moudip Nandi (PAMS)	Synthesis and Characterization of Barium Titanate and Carbon-based Core-Shell Nano Particles
1/30	Abdullah Shafe (PAMS)	Magnetic Properties of NiO Based Magnetic Heterostructured Nano Crystals (MHNCs)
1/30	Joy Roy (PAMS)	Fabrication of CFO@C Core/Shell Nanoparticles by Laser Ablation
2/6	Dr. Mallory Molina Montana State University	Resolving Black Hole and Star-Formation Activity in Nearby Galaxies
2/7	Dr. Mallory Molina Montana State University	Towards a More Inclusive Astronomy: Building Community for All in Academia
2/13	Christopher Robledo (PAMS)	Heterostructure of 2D Materials
2/13	Shahidul Asif (PAMS)	Study of ZnO for Thin Film Transistor
2/20	Dr. Bharat Ratra Kansas State University	The Accelerating Expanding Universe: Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and Einstein's Cosmological Constant, or Why Jim Peebles was Awarded Half of the 2019 Physics Nobel Prize
2/27	Dr. Wouter Montfrooij University of Missouri, Columbia	Does Spontaneous Fragmentation of a Magnetic Lattice Lead to Heavy Fermion Behavior?
3/5	Dr. Ariful Haque (alum) North Carolina State University	Fabrication of Q-carbon and Diamond Films by Ultrafast Laser Processing and Deposition for Electron Field Emission and Electrocatalysis Applications

Fall 2019

Date	Speaker	Title
8/29	Rajan Khadka (PAMS)	Study of Amorphous Boron Carbide (a-B_xC) Materials using Molecular Dynamics (MD) and Hybrid Reverse Monte Carlo (HRMC)
8/29	Muztoba Rabbani (PAMS)	Development of Multicomponent EAM Potential for Ni Based SuperAlloy
9/5	Hayley Sohn (alum) University of Colorado Boulder	Active Liquid Crystal Skyrmions
9/12	Sabila Kader Pinky (PAMS)	Molecular Dynamics (MD) Study of Creep Deformation in Ni-based Superalloy
9/19	Moudip Nandi (PAMS)	Synthesis and Characterization of Oxide Carbide Core Shell Nano Particles
9/19	Joy Roy (PAMS)	Fabrication of CFO@C Core/Shell Nanoparticles by Laser Ablation
9/26	Abdullah Shafe (PAMS)	Structural and Magnetic Properties of NiO@Mn_xNi_1-xO Core-Shell Nanoparticles Synthesized at Varying pH Values
9/26	Sinjan Majumder (PAMS)	Development of a CVD Assisted PLD System for Growing Thin Films
10/3	Dr. Alexander Kozhanov Georgia State University	Spin Waves in Structured Ferromagnetic Materials
10/16	Dr. Lloyd Lumata University of Texas Dallas	Hyperpolarized Magnetic Resonance: Enhancing NMR and MRI Signals by >10,000-fold for Real-Time Metabolic Assessment of Cancer
10/24	Dr. Marco Cavaglià Missouri University of Science and Technology	Unraveling the Universe's Deepest Mysteries with Gravitational Waves
10/31	Dr. Rao Khan Washington University in St. Louis	Keeping Physics Relevant in Ever-changing Practice of Radiological Medicine
11/7	Dr. Yew San Hor Missouri University of Science and Technology	Promising Candidates for Topological Superconductors
11/14	Christopher Robledo (PAMS)	Heterostructure of 2D Materials
11/14	Shahidul Asif (PAMS)	A Comparative Study of Characteristics of ZnO TFT for Various Substrate and Fabrication Parameters
12/5	Dr. Emmett Redd Missouri State University	Mathematics and Physics: How to Make Artificial Intelligence More Like Biological Intelligence

Learn from the experts

Spring 2025 Seminar Schedule

Previous Seminars