Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Kazempour, Payame Noor University, Iran
Dr. Ali Kazempour 🎓 is an Associate Professor at the Physics Department of Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran 🇮🇷. He also serves as the Director of the Nanostructured Coatings Institute 🧪. With a Ph.D. in Physics from Isfahan University of Technology, his research bridges theoretical physics and nanotechnology 🔬. Specializing in first-principles simulations, nonlinear optics, and quantum computations ⚛️, he actively contributes to advancing material science. Through international collaborations 🌍 and active seminar participation, he continues to make significant strides in semiconductor physics, ultrafast dynamics, and defect analysis in nanostructures 💡.
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🏅 Suitability Summary
Dr. Ali Kazempour stands out as a distinguished researcher whose work seamlessly connects theoretical physics, nanotechnology, and computational materials science. His diverse academic background and leadership role as Director of the Nanostructured Coatings Institute reinforce his stature as a leading figure in his field. His research addresses critical areas such as ultrafast dynamics, defect analysis, and quantum computations, which are central to many next-generation technologies.
🔹 Education & Experience
🎓 Ph.D. in Physics (2005–2011)
🎓 M.Sc. in Physics (2003–2005)
🎓 B.Sc. in Physics (1999–2003)
👨🏫 Current Position:
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Associate Professor, Physics Department, Payame Noor University
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Director, Nanostructured Coatings Institute, PNU
🌏 Scientific Visits:
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Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology, South Korea 🇰🇷
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Fritz Haber Institute, Max Planck Society, Berlin 🇩🇪
🔹 Professional Development
Dr. Kazempour’s professional growth is deeply rooted in a strong commitment to continuous learning and global engagement 🌐. He has participated in more than ten national and international workshops, including those organized by ICTP in Italy 🇮🇹 and Humboldt-Kolleg 🇩🇪, focusing on advanced computational methods, quantum optics, and density functional theory 🖥️📊. His scientific visits to Germany and South Korea have enriched his collaborative outlook and expanded his research frontiers 🤝. He’s also actively involved in organizing and attending seminars, gaining hands-on experience with high-performance computing and cutting-edge simulation tools ⚙️🧬.
🔹 Research Focus Area
Dr. Kazempour’s research lies at the intersection of computational physics and nanotechnology 🔍🧪. He utilizes first-principles many-body calculations to explore electron-phonon coupling, ultrafast excitation dynamics, and quasiparticle lifetimes in nanostructures ⚛️. His work extends to investigating nonlinear optical phenomena using TD-DFT, and analyzing the effects of point and topological defects in wide bandgap semiconductors 💡🔦. Additionally, he explores strong laser-matter interactions and quantum optimal control theory in relation to quantum computation 💻🌀. His focus on fundamental and applied physics enables advancements in semiconductor design, optoelectronics, and quantum materials 🚀📡.
🔹 Awards & Honors
🏆 Director of Nanostructured Coatings Institute, Payame Noor University
📜 Invited scientific visits to renowned institutions:
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Fritz Haber Institute, Max Planck Society 🇩🇪
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Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology 🇰🇷
🎤 Multiple international seminar participations, including ICTP and Humboldt-Kolleg
🌟 Recognition for contributions to ultrafast dynamics and nanostructure simulation
Publication Top Notes:
1. Resonant electron–phonon coupled responses to single-shot driver: Ab initio TDDFT study of diamond
Authors: Ali Kazempour, Noejung Park
Journal: Physica B: Condensed Matter, 2025
Type: Open Access
Citations: 0
Summary:
This study employs time-dependent density functional theory (TDDFT) to investigate the resonant coupling between electrons and phonons in diamond when subjected to a single-shot laser driver. The work reveals how ultra-fast pulses influence charge density modulation and phononic excitations at femtosecond timescales, contributing to the understanding of non-equilibrium dynamics in wide bandgap materials.
2. Driven charge density modulation by spin density wave and their coexistence interplay in SmFeAsO: A first-principles study
Authors: Toktam Morshedloo, Ali Kazempour, Hamideh Shakeripour, S. Javad Hashemifar, Mojtaba Alaei
Journal: Physica B: Condensed Matter, 2024
Citations: 1
Summary:
Using density functional theory (DFT), this article explores the complex interplay between charge density waves (CDW) and spin density waves (SDW) in the iron-based superconductor SmFeAsO. The results indicate a mutual coexistence mechanism that influences the electronic structure and could play a role in the emergence of superconductivity, offering insights into magnetic and electronic modulations in high-temperature superconductors.
3. Study of optical absorption cross-section spectra and high-order harmonic generation of thymine, thymine glycol, and thymine dimer molecules
Authors: Fatemeh Mohammadtabar, Reza Rajaie Khorasani, Hossein Mohammadi-Manesh, Ali Kazempour
Journal: Journal of Molecular Modeling, 2022
Citations: 1
Summary:
This work investigates the nonlinear optical properties of thymine and its oxidized derivatives using computational modeling. The focus is on high-order harmonic generation (HHG) and optical absorption cross-sections under intense laser fields. The study contributes to the understanding of DNA damage and repair mechanisms and how molecular changes influence the nonlinear optical response in biomolecules.
Conclusion
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Strengths: Exceptional expertise in computational physics, quantum materials, and nanostructures; proactive engagement in international scientific communities; proven leadership in research development.