Prof. Dr Juan Escrig | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award
Dean of the Faculty of Science, University of Santiago de Chile, Chile
JUAN ESCRIG is a Full Professor and Dean at the University of Santiago, Chile. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Santiago, Chile, and has conducted postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute in Germany and the University of Santiago. With extensive experience in nanomagnetism and spintronics, he has contributed significantly to the field of nanoscience. His leadership roles include directing the Center of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (CEDENNA) and coordinating the Science Up Consortium. He is a respected academic and researcher with numerous prestigious awards and memberships.
Professional Profile
Strengths For The Award
Juan Escrig is a distinguished researcher in the field of Nanomagnetism and Nanoscience, with a robust academic and professional background. His impressive body of work includes pioneering research on magnetic nanotubes, nanowires, and nanoparticles, leading to significant contributions to the field. His publications, including influential papers on magnetization reversal modes, coercivity in nanowires, and antimicrobial metal-based nanoparticles, have garnered substantial citation impact in prominent journals.
Escrig’s achievements also include prestigious awards such as the International Best Researcher Award for his contributions to Nanomagnetism & Spintronics and being a Chilean candidate for the APEC Science Prize for Innovation. He holds a significant academic leadership position as the Dean of the Faculty of Science at the University of Santiago, Chile, and has led multiple projects as Director of the Center of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
His ongoing research, primarily focused on nanomaterials and their magnetic properties, aligns with current scientific demands and contributes to both basic and applied physics, such as in spintronics and nanotechnology applications. His recognition as a Researcher Frontier Science Program member and the IAAM Scientist Medal attest to the global impact of his work.
Areas For Improvements
Despite his extensive contributions to nanomagnetism, Escrig could enhance his visibility and influence in broader interdisciplinary research domains, especially within materials science, through increased collaboration with researchers from related fields like material chemistry and biomedical applications. While his body of work is highly impactful in physics, exploring the commercialization and application of his research, particularly in medical and industrial sectors, could further extend his influence. Additionally, promoting open-access research and increasing engagement with international scientific networks could amplify the global reach of his work.
Education
- Postdoctorate, University of Santiago, Chile, August 2007 – December 2007
- Postdoctorate, Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics, Germany, April 2007 – June 2007
- Doctor in Physics, University of Santiago, Chile, April 2007
- Degree in Applied Physics, University of Santiago, Chile, January 2003
Experience
- Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Santiago, Chile, January 2021 – Present
- Full Professor, Department of Physics, University of Santiago, Chile, January 2011 – Present
- Director of CEDENNA, August 2023 – Present
- Vice-dean for Research and Postgraduate Studies, University of Santiago, Chile, June 2017 – December 2020
- Associate Professor, Department of Physics, University of Santiago, Chile, January 2011 – December 2020
- Member of the Global Young Academy, February 2015 – June 2020
Awards and Honors
- International Best Researcher Award for “Nanomagnetism & Spintronics,” ISSN, November 2022
- Chilean Candidate for the APEC Science Prize, March 2017
- IAAM Scientist Medal, 2017 for Advanced Materials Science & Technology
- Outstanding Reviewer Award 2016 – Nanotechnology, IOP Publishing, March 2017
- Member of the Global Young Academy, February 2015 – Present
- Researcher Frontier Science Program, Chilean Academy of Sciences, 2012-2015
Research Focus
Juan Escrig’s research primarily focuses on nanomagnetism and spintronics, particularly in the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials. He is involved in studying magnetic properties in nanostructures, including the reversal mechanisms and interactions in nanowires and nanotubes. His work also delves into the use of metal-based nanoparticles for antimicrobial applications. As the director of CEDENNA, he is at the forefront of cutting-edge research in nanoscience, contributing to the development of new technologies in materials science.
Publication Top Notes
- Reversal modes in magnetic nanotubes 🧲
- Magnetic anisotropy in CoNi nanowire arrays: analytical calculations and experiments ⚛️
- Crossover between two different magnetization reversal modes in arrays of iron oxide nanotubes 🧲
- Antimicrobial metal-based nanoparticles: A review on their synthesis, types and antimicrobial action 🦠
- Angular dependence of magnetic properties in Ni nanowire arrays 🧲
- Geometry dependence of coercivity in Ni nanowire arrays ⚛️
- Controlled introduction of diameter modulations in arrayed magnetic iron oxide nanotubes 🧪
- Phase diagrams of magnetic nanotubes 🧲
- Angular dependence of coercivity in magnetic nanotubes ⚙️
- Magnetic interactions and reversal mechanisms in Co nanowire and nanotube arrays 🔬
- Experimental evidence for an angular dependent transition of magnetization reversal modes in magnetic nanotubes 🔄
- Magnetic anisotropy in ordered textured Co nanowires ⚙️
- Remanence of Ni nanowire arrays: Influence of size and labyrinth magnetic structure 🧲
- Scaling relations for magnetic nanoparticles 📐
- Magnetic properties of cylindrical diameter modulated Ni 80 Fe 20 nanowires: interaction and coercive fields 🧲
- Magnetic reversal of cylindrical nickel nanowires with modulated diameters 🧲
- Angular dependence of the transverse and vortex modes in magnetic nanotubes 🔄
- Size effects in ordered arrays of magnetic nanotubes: Pick your reversal mode 🧲
- Novel antimicrobial titanium dioxide nanotubes obtained through a combination of atomic layer deposition and electrospinning technologies 🦠
- Stability of magnetic configurations in nanorings 🔬
Conclusion
Juan Escrig’s contributions to Nanomagnetism and Nanoscience have been highly impactful, and he is undoubtedly a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His leadership roles in academia, coupled with his cutting-edge research, provide a strong foundation for his potential to influence future advancements in nanotechnology and related fields. Enhancing cross-disciplinary collaborations and expanding his research into commercial and practical applications will solidify his standing as a global leader in the scientific community.