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Pedro Cosme receives PhD in Engineering Physics
May 21 2024On 21 May 2024, Dr. Pedro Cosme received his PhD in Engineering Physics with a thesis entitled 'Plasmonic Instabilities in Bidimensional Materials'. His work was supervised by Prof. Hugo Terças (IST) and Prof. José Tito de Mendonça (IST).
The thesis committee consisted of Prof. Lars Fritz (U Utrecht, Holland), Prof. Mário Silveirinha (IST), Prof. Nuno Peres (U Minho), Prof. Hugo Terças (IST) and Prof. Luís L. Alves (IST, President).
Congratulations Pedro !
Luís Oliveira e Silva receives Blaise Pascal Medal for Physics 2024
May 21 2024Luís Oliveira e Silva, professor at the Department of Physics and member of the Scientific Domain of Plasmas, Lasers and Nuclear Fusion, has been prestigiously distinguished with the 2024 Blaise Pascal Medal in Physics, granted by the European Academy of Sciences, in recognition of his “exceptional contributions to plasma physics, particularly in the realm of laser and particle beam interactions”.
According to the Academy’s citation, “Professor Luis Silva’s unwavering dedication to advancing plasma physics, coupled with his transformative research and leadership, epitomizes the spirit of innovation and excellence celebrated by the Blaise Pascal Medal in Physics. His profound impact on the field underscores his richly deserved recognition as a recipient of this prestigious award.”
The Blaise Pascal Medal recognizes individuals for their outstanding contributions to science, technology, and research education. The selection process involves meticulous evaluation and assessment by the Division Scientific Committees, with final approval from the EurASc General Board.
The awards ceremony will take place at the 2024 Symposium & Ceremony of the European Academy of Sciences, scheduled to be held at the Academia das Ciências de Lisboa on October 29-30, 2024, in Lisbon, Portugal.
Congratulations Luís !
Faculty Frederico Fiúza appointed Visiting Professor at Stanford
May 14 2024Frederico Fiúza was appointed Visiting Professor at Stanford University (USA) with the goal of collaborating in research activities in the areas of cosmic ray physics, plasma physics and plasma-based accelerators in the Photon Science Department and in experiments at the FACET-II accelerator facility at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory.
This appointment, for a 3-year term, will strengthen the collaborations of IPFN and the Department of Physics of IST with Stanford University and with the Photon Science Department at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory.
Congratulations, Frederico!
Faculties recognized as Outstanding Reviewers in 2023
May 14 2024Every year, outstanding reviewers are selected by scientific publishers based on the quality, number, and timeliness of their reports. In 2023
- Rui Coelho was recognized as Outstanding Reviewer for Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion (IOP) and Nuclear Fusion (IOP)
- Pedro Viegas was recognized as Outstanding Reviewer for J. Phys D: Applied Physics (IOP)
- Hugo Terças was recognized as Outstanding Reviewer by the American Physical Society
- Nuno Cruz was recognized as Outstanding Reviewer for Nuclear Engineering and Technology (Elsevier)
Congratulations !
Marija Vranic recruited as Assistant Professor
May 14 2024Marija Vranic was recruited as Assistant Professor of the Department of Physics, in the last call of the scientific domain of Plasma Physics, Lasers and Nuclear Fusion.
Congratulations Marija !