Author: Matheus A. Tunes

An experimental physicist who enjoys the company of intriguing people and is able to endure many cups of coffee and engage in endless scientific discussions.

“In the world of science, change is the only true constant” – Professor Peter J. Uggowitzer

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I recommend all the materialsatextremes.com audience to spend sometime reading this marvelous interview given by Professor Peter Uggowitzer to the AluReport, a publication from AMAG Austria Metall AG! https://alureport.com/issues/issue-02-24/article/the-development-of-scientific-expertise-at-amag-a-success-story Image: Prof. Peter Uggowitzer, Chair of the Scientific Advisory Board of AMAG. Credits: AMAG/AluReport. In this recent interview with AluReport, Prof. Peter Uggowitzer, Chair of the Scientific … Continue reading “In the world of science, change is the only true constant” – Professor Peter J. Uggowitzer

MATDPA: Integration of SRIM2013 into MATLAB for nuclear materials calculations

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I am happy to announce that the first public version of MATDPA is now available on GITHUB for public download. MATDPA is a collection of MATLAB scripts that I wrote to speed-up and automatize nuclear materials irradiation calculations. To install MATDPA in your machine (only Windows because Apple does not allow to run WINE anymore!), … Continue reading MATDPA: Integration of SRIM2013 into MATLAB for nuclear materials calculations

From high entropy alloys back to terminal solid solutions…

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In a recent push to find new materials capable of withstanding the harsh conditions of nuclear fusion reactors, a significant breakthrough has been proposed in the field of materials science, specifically focused on improving the irradiation resistance of materials used in these demanding environments: the refractory high-entropy alloys, or RHEAs. Although two particular RHEAs - … Continue reading From high entropy alloys back to terminal solid solutions…

Professor Yanwen Zhang to join Queen’s University as a Canada Excellence Research Chair

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Congratulations to Professor Yanwen Zhang on her appointment as the next Canada Excellence Research Chair for the Impact of Radiation in Energy and Advanced Technologies at Queen's University. As long-standing collaborators, we are proud to see her continue developing leading the next materials science for extreme environments! The team at materialsatextremes.com wishes her all the … Continue reading Professor Yanwen Zhang to join Queen’s University as a Canada Excellence Research Chair

Exploring the Stability of Ti-based MAX Phases in Extreme Nuclear Environments

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We are excited to share findings from our latest research on the potential use of MAX phases in nuclear reactors. MAX phases, known for their hexagonal-compact nanolayered crystal structure, high machinability, and chemical inertness, have long been considered promising materials for nuclear applications. However, our new paper sheds light on crucial aspects that must be … Continue reading Exploring the Stability of Ti-based MAX Phases in Extreme Nuclear Environments

Professor Pogatscher at the forefront of ESA’s Gateway lunar mission

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Professor Stefan Pogatscher –– the head of the Department of Metallurgy in our University – is contributing to the "Gateway" lunar mission, an international project aiming to establish an outpost in lunar orbit in the coming years. This station, more distant from Earth than the International Space Station (ISS), will serve as a relay for … Continue reading Professor Pogatscher at the forefront of ESA’s Gateway lunar mission

Transforming the Aluminum Industry through Recycling

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In the pioneering work of PhD student Sebastian Samberger, the spotlight shines on aluminum recycling as a beacon of sustainability within the metals industry. Samberger's thorough analysis underscores the significant environmental challenges posed by the primary production of aluminum, including high energy consumption and CO2 emissions from non-renewable energy sources. Through his research, Samberger eloquently … Continue reading Transforming the Aluminum Industry through Recycling

Collaborative Efforts Aim for Lunar Nuclear Power Amidst Materials Challenges

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In a groundbreaking move that has sent ripples through the scientific press, Russia and China have announced plans to join forces for an ambitious collaborative space mission. The focal point of this partnership? The installation of nuclear-powered reactors on the surface of the moon by 2035, marking a significant leap forward in humanity's quest for … Continue reading Collaborative Efforts Aim for Lunar Nuclear Power Amidst Materials Challenges