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We're excited to announce that four Trinity researchers feature on the Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers™ list for 2024 which was released earlier today 👏 The researchers are: Dr Viet Pham, Assistant Professor, School of Computer Science. Professor Valeria Nicolosi School of Chemistry. Professor Jonathan Coleman, Chemical Physics, School of Physics. Professor Luke O’Neill, School of Biochemistry and Immunology. All have demonstrated significant & broad influence in their field(s) of research. You can read more on this story here ➡️: https://lnkd.in/e2RqJSTZ #TrinityResearch #TrinityExperts #HighlyCited2024 #Clarivate #LoveIrishResearch #researchMATTERS School of Chemistry Trinity College

Dr. Venki Ramakrishnan, a Nobel Laureate in 2009, completed his Ph.D. in Physics at Ohio University before pursuing a second master's in biology at UC San Diego, transitioning from theoretical physics to biology. Despite his achievements, he struggled to secure a faculty position, applying to over 50 universities without success after his post-doctoral training. His groundbreaking work on the atomic structure of the ribosome significantly advanced our understanding of protein synthesis and antibiotic function. His book "Gene Machine" details his journey and challenges, inspiring researchers worldwide.

✨Congratulations to Prof. Christian Pfleiderer, kiutra Co-Founder and Scientific Advisor, on receiving the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Medal ✨ As Chair of Topology of Correlated Systems at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), he has made outstanding contributions to experimental physics and low-temperature research throughout his distinguished career. The Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Medal honors individuals for exceptional achievements in science, technology, or medicine, recognizing their significant contributions to TUM as outstanding lecturers and researchers. More about it here🔗https://lnkd.in/d6ThFXTv #lowtemperaturephysics #tum #experimentalphysics #cryogenics

🌿 Get to know  Francisco Velazquez Escobar for the International Coffee Convention on October 17 and 18, 2024 in Mannheim🌿 Dr. Francisco Velazquez Escobar is a Postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Chemistry at Technische Universität Berlin , where he has worked since February 2008. His expertise lies in the fields of quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, and physical chemistry. He specializes in techniques such as Raman spectroscopy, UV-visible spectroscopy, and fluorescence, with a focus on hydrogen bonding, photophysics, and molecular dynamics simulations. Dr. Velazquez Escobar's research contributes to the understanding of molecular interactions and dynamics through advanced spectroscopic methods. Don't miss your chance to engage with Dr. Francisco Velazquez Escobar at the International Coffee Convention, next month! 🌍☕ #QuantumMechanics #Spectroscopy #PhysicalChemistry #RamanSpectroscopy #UVVisSpectroscopy #Fluorescence #HydrogenBonding #MolecularDynamics #Photophysics #ResearchExcellence #ChemistryResearch #PostdoctoralResearch #MolecularInteractions #ScientificInnovation #TUberlin #AcademicResearch #AdvancedSpectroscopy #Chemistry

Dr. Michael Vansco, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, has received an $800,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy for his groundbreaking research, "Exploring the Kinetics and Reaction Dynamics of Peroxy Radical Unimolecular Decay." In collaboration with scientists at Argonne National Laboratory (ANL), Dr. Vansco is investigating how reactive, short-lived molecules formed during atmospheric pollutant processing break down. The grant allocates $640,000 to CCU and $160,000 to ANL over three years. The funding will support the construction of a state-of-the-art laser experiment to study these elusive intermediates and create hands-on research opportunities for students to engage in high-impact science. Congratulations to Dr. Vansco on this outstanding achievement!

Well done to Pramod Nadig (Student-Author) and Dr. Mamatha D Daivajna from the Department of Physics for your publication "Multifaceted Roles of Ag Ions within and outside LaCaMnO3 Perovskite Manganites: Unveiling the Room Temperature Magnetocaloric Effect" in Journal of Physical Chemistry C, August 2024. Your research on the magnetocaloric effect of LaCaMnO3 perovskite manganites, particularly the roles of Ag ions, adds valuable insights into material science and magnetism. Congratulations on this significant achievement. DOI: https://lnkd.in/dhCCF22C

This week, Dr. Marcin Tabaka has presented the scientific interests, results and research directions of his group, CGG at the 37th Marian Smoluchowski Symposium on Statistical Physics. The conference (https://lnkd.in/dFRRSVqZ) was held at Dr. Tabaka's alma mater – the Jagiellonian University in Cracow. Dr. Marcin Tabaka spoke about the sequencing technologies, machine learning and challenges of analyzing single-cell multimodal datasets. 💬 "This annual, long-established conference is a good platform to meet scientists working on statistical methods used to resolve phenomena in natural sciences. As always, it is nice to return to the places that decided my future and outlined the directions of my scientific career," says Dr. Tabaka.  Find out more about the CGG, one of the five ICTER research groups, operating within the Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences: https://lnkd.in/dHgiQtZh. #ICTER_PL #ICTERians #CGG #IPC_PAS #IChF #ComputationalGenomics #GroupLeader #StatisticalPhysics

Metronomes randomly start synchronizing due to the side-to-side motion of their shared base. This fascinating phenomenon illustrates the Kuramoto model, where coupled oscillators naturally sync over time. Here are some technical insights: - Coupled Oscillators: The metronomes act as coupled oscillators, interacting through their shared platform. - Kuramoto Model: This model explains how synchronization occurs in systems of coupled oscillators. - Phase Synchronization: Over time, the oscillators adjust their phases to achieve synchronization. - Application: This principle is applied in various fields, including neuroscience, engineering, and even social sciences. Watch this University of California, Los Angeles video to see the concept in action and explore the dynamics of synchronized systems in physics and engineering.

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