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Special Seminar
Suppressing Phonon-Magnon Scattering Increases Thermal Conductivity in Gadolinium near its Curie Temperature
by: Dr. Fanghao Zhang
Affiliation: University of California, Santa Barbara
Date: Monday October 30, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Location: Houston Science Center – Building 593 — Room 102
Overview
Suppressing Phonon-Magnon Scattering Increases Thermal Conductivity in Gadolinium near its Curie Temperature
Biography
Fanghao Zhang is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he focuses on thermal transport in the presence of external magnetic and electric fields. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Houston in 2022. Fanghao delved into the surface modification of graphene oxide and non-noble metals during his doctoral studies, exploring their potential in energy-centric applications such as oil recovery and hydrogen production. He boasts an impressive publication record, with over 20 articles in esteemed journals like Advanced Materials and Materials Today Physics. Having been cited over 1,900 times on Google Scholar, Fanghao persistently directs his research towards addressing challenges in energy applications and deciphering the fundamental principles of physics and chemistry involved.
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