Zhaoming QinEducation M.Sc | Control Scince and Engineering 2019 – 2022 Tsinghua University B.Eng | Automation 2015 – 2019 Beihang University
Matteo VilucchioEducation M.Sc. Theoretical Physics | 2020 Р2022 ENS Paris B.Sc. Physics | 2017 Р2020 Universit̩ de Pise
Oliver MüllerEducation B.Sc. & M.Sc. in Physics | 2008 – 2014 University of Basel Ph.D. in Astronomy | 2014 – 2018 University of Basel Professionals experiences SNSF Postdoctoral Fellow 2018–2021 University of StrasbourgSenior Data Analyst 2021–2022 Google, SwitzerlandSNSF Ambizione Fellow 2022–2022 EPFL
Teaching & PhD Past EPFL PhD Students as codirector Nick Heesters
Awards Amerbach Prize University of Basel 2019 Edith Alice Müller Award Swiss Society for Astrophysics a
Maria Paula CacaultCurrent work
ENTERPRISE FOR SOCIETY (E4S) is a joint center of EPFL, UNIL and IMD dedicated to empowering society to tackle its most pressing challenges. Action is articulated around research (support for inter-disciplinary projects), education (joint Master in Sustainable Management and Technology between EPFL, UNIL and IMD) and activation (strong outreach through action labs, community meet-ups and the flagship event Showcase). Learn more at www.E4S.center.As its head of operations, I support the manageme Ayush AgarwalCurrent work
Developing size resolved elemental analysis methods for characterizing nano-objects in process effluents and environmental samples
Education PhD | Energy - Chemistry and Chemical Engineering 2020 – 2020 EPFL – École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne / Paul Scherrer Institute M.Sc. | Chemical Engineering for Energy and Environment 2017 – 2019 KTH Royal Institute of Technology B.E. (Hons.) | Chemical Engineering 2011 – 2015 Birla I
Victor Carle Adrien BoureauExpertise
Aberration-corrected TEM and STEMQuantative microscopyElectron diffractionStrain mapping (GPA, precession 4D-STEM)Electric and magnetic field mapping (electron holography, DPC, 4D-STEM)
Teaching & PhD Past EPFL PhD Students as codirector Pierpaolo Ranieri Courses Scanning and Analytical Transmission Electron Microscopy MSE-735 This intensive course discusses advanced TEM techniques such as: scanning TEM; analytical TEM using EELS and EDX; aberration corrected imaging; and image s
Qiucheng XuExpertise
- Operando Water and Ion Transport: I pioneered operando high-energy X-ray scattering and fluorescence (WAXS/SAXS/XRF) to directly visualize water and ion transport in membrane–electrode assemblies. These studies revealed how water movement, flooding, and salt formation govern degradation in CO/CO2 electrolysis, establishing the dynamic transport mechanisms in confined electrochemical environments. (Nat. Nanotechnol. 2025; Joule 2024; Nat. Catal. 2023)2. Design of Membrane-Electrode Interface: I
Gopal Narmada NaiduExpertise
Researcher with 8+ years of experience in computational physics and multiphysics modeling, focused on numerical simulation of light–matter interactions and photon propagation. Proficient in FEM, FDTD, and Monte Carlo methods to model energy conversion and optical behavior, with additional expertise in AI/ML techniques for model optimization and design exploration. Strong background in photonic devices, photo-thermal, thermo-optical effects, and nanostructure engineering. Adept at translating compl
Daryl Yee Wei LiangIncoming Assistant Professor of Electrical and Microengineering (March 2023)
Virginia CarnevaliExpertise
Theoretical condensed matter physics: theory and simulations of structural, electronic, magnetic and optical properties (Quantum ESPRESSO), ab-initio molecular dynamics (CP2K), and Kinetic Monte Carlo codes; automate Quantum ESPRESSO workflows and high-throughput calculations (AFLOWÏ€); generation of tight-binding hamiltonians, transport properties, and data analysis (PAOFLOW).Materials for photovoltaic: Pb- and Sn-based organic perovskites; investigation and improvement of the HTL-ETL interaction
Du WenEducation PhD | Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering 2020 – 2023 The University of Tokyo MEng | Master of Engineering, Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics 2016 – 2019 Xi’an Jiaotong University Bsc | Bachelor of Engineering 2012 – 2016 Xi’an Jiaotong University
Valerio PiazzaTeaching & PhD PhD Students Claire Valentine Blaga, Matilde Cantele, Julia Sarah Marhic Past EPFL PhD Students as codirector Michele Zendrini Courses Functional properties of materials MSE-210 The main objective of this course is to present the concepts allowing the understanding of the fundamental principles that enable to predict the properties of the materials. The goal is that with these concepts, one will be able to realize material design and/or to understand novel materials.
Joelyn de LimaExpertise
Education ResearchPedagogical Professional DevelopmentInformal EducationAcademic communities
Joelyn de Lima is a scientist, educational developer, and researcher whose work bridges the natural sciences, higher education, and inclusive practice. Originally trained in the biological sciences, her early research focused on students’ conceptual and mechanistic understanding of evolution. She later transitioned into discipline-based education research and pedagogical development, bringing together scie
Roberto ValenzaEducation M.Sc. Energy Engineering | 2016 – 2019 Politecnico di Milano B.Sc. Energy Engineering | 2013 – 2016 Università degli Studi di Palermo Professionals experiences Junior Energy Consultant 2019–2020 Edison SpA
Omer Can KaramanResearch Interests Omer Can Karaman explores how light interacts with matter at the nanoscale to unlock new ways of controlling optical signals in space and time. His work at Laboratory of Nanoscience for Energy Technologies (LNET) blends nonlinear optics, quantum photonics, and advanced nanofabrication to develop tunable and reconfigurable photonic systems. From shaping quantum light in disordered silicon to engineering self-modulating metasurfaces and investigating ultrafast electron dynamics in noble me
Alan Richard BowmanExpertise
Solar cellsSpectroscopy (including steady state and pump-probe techniques)Analytical modellingNumerical modellingDensity functional theoryNanophotonicsPlasmonics
Expertise
Solar cellsSpectroscopy (including steady state and pump-probe techniques)Analytical modellingNumerical modellingDensity functional theoryNanophotonicsPlasmonics
