Pascal B.
About Pascal B.
Pascal B. is a Professor in Computational Materials at Aix-Marseille Université, specializing in thermoelectric materials and energy conversion. He has extensive academic experience, including a PhD in quantum chemistry and post-doctoral research at University College London.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Pascal B. has been a faculty member at Aix-Marseille University since 2003, serving as an Associate Professor for 21 years. In 2017, he advanced to the role of Professor in Computational Materials. His work focuses on the development of computational models to study thermoelectric materials, which are essential for electric power production. His research contributes to the university's reputation in the field of materials science and energy conversion.
Education and Expertise
Pascal B. has an extensive educational background in chemistry and materials science. He studied at Université Aix-Marseille and Université Claude Bernard (Lyon I), where he focused on quantum chemistry, particularly Density Functional Theory (DFT), and obtained his PhD. Additionally, he studied at Université de Genève, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computational Chemistry from 1997 to 2001. His academic training underpins his expertise in computational modeling and materials for energy conversion.
Background
Pascal B. has a diverse academic background that includes significant research experience. He conducted post-doctoral research at University College London, where he specialized in clay-polymer materials. His work involved Monte Carlo and molecular dynamics simulations, which enhanced his skills in computational techniques applicable to materials science. This experience has informed his current research interests in thermoelectric materials and energy conversion.
Research Interests
Pascal B. is actively engaged in research related to thermoelectric materials, which are crucial for converting heat into electrical energy. His research utilizes computational modeling to explore the properties and applications of these materials. He has a particular interest in materials for energy conversion, aiming to advance the understanding and development of efficient energy systems through his work in computational materials science.