Thermodynamics and Chemical Engines
Thermodynamics is a two-century-old theory used to study energy flows and energy conversion throughout the natural sciences to study energy flows and energy conversion. However, this theory can鈥檛 be used or is insufficient for many complex systems, such as living systems, ecosystems, power grids, information and telecommunication networks. In this context, how to formulate a thermodynamics of complex systems remains largely unknown and is one of our main goals.
Prof. Massimiliano Esposito is Professor of Theoretical Physics at the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg. He is heading the Complex Systems and Statistical Mechanics research group in the Department of Physics and Materials Science. Dr. Emanuele Penocchio was part of the research group and is now occupying a postdoctoral position at Northwestern 8xav福利导航 in Chicago.
Beauty in Physics and Chemistry
Alexandre Tkatchenko is Full Professor in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics at the 8xav福利导航 of Luxembourg and Head of the聽聽and Head of the聽Theoretical Chemical Physics听驳谤辞耻辫.
His research interests focus on quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and machine learning to develop efficient methods to enable accurate modeling and new insights into complex materials. Prof. Tkatchenko has also received 5 flagships grants from the European Research Council (ERC).