The Student Council

The University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering / Argonne National Laboratory

I am a PhD student at The University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of molecular engineering in the laboratory for energy storage and conversion and am a visiting student at Argonne National Laboratory. My co advisors are Prof. Y. Shirley Meng and Nestor J. Zaluzec. My research interest lies at the interfaces of electrochemical devices and quantum materials where I employ electron microscopy techniques to answer the question of how the contact between layers of materials evolves under operating conditions. I was introduced to electron microscopy in my undergraduate studies at Georgia Institute of Technology and Sandia National Laboratories. Why I grew to love it, is that the technique is useful and has purposes and workflows that have been developed connecting multiple fields of science. I am looking forward to serving on this council and bringing together microscopists from different backgrounds of expertise to share ideas and become friends.

Pennsylvania State University

I am a PhD student at Penn State in Dr. Jon-Paul Maria’s lab; my research focus is on high-entropy oxides for electronic materials applications. I first became involved with MSA StC as an undergraduate student while at the University of Tennessee, serving as Region VIII Liaison (2017-18), Secretary (2018-19; 2021-22), and  Treasurer (2019-21; 2022-23). As a researcher, I have a passion for microscopy as a field of study, but what makes MSA unique is the community of microscopists. As a member of the Student Council, it is important to me to help create opportunities for networking and growth within this community; I look forward to doing so in the next year as President.

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

I'm a M.S. student at University of Tennessee, Knoxville working with Prof. Brett Compton on Additive Manufacturing (A.M.) of Polymers and Hybrid Materials.  I'm also a technical researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) specializing in characterization of processes and materials for A.M. components via destructive and non-destructive mechanisms.  In both of my fields I have to study materials using an array of techniques like mechanical testing, nano indentation, heat treatment, computed tomography (CT), SEM and other techniques to better understand how A.M. affects material properties.  During my bachelor's degree, I was the student chapter president for the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) for my university in Puerto Rico as well as vice president for the local society known as Institute of Chemical Engineers of Puerto Rico (IIQPR in spanish).  I'm looking forward to helping bridge the gap of this society that encompasses such a large country, while assisting future researchers on finding mentorship and internship opportunities.

University of California - Irvine

I'm a 4th year Ph.D. student in Prof. William Bowman Lab in the University of California, Irvine. I major in materials science and engineering and my research focuses on fast ionic/electronic transport of solid electrolyte/electrode in solid oxide fuel/electrolysis cells and structure characterization of grain boundaries and heterointerface with advanced analytical scanning electron microscopes (STEM). I am the Physical Sciences Co-Chair of the MSA StC, and I work with our PMC team to organize and hold PMCx60 to provide a great platform for students and young scholars interested in microscopy and microanalysis to communicate, socialize, and learn from each other. I am working on offering more high-quality microcopy-related resources and activities to the coming PMCx60 in 2024.

Ohio State University

I am a third-year Biophysics Ph.D. student at The Ohio State University, working in Dr. Sai Veeraraghavan’s lab. My research focuses on sodium channel beta subunits and their contribution to cardiac conduction. To answer these questions, my lab uses various light and electron microscopy techniques as well as super-resolution methods, such as STORM (Stochastic Optical Reconstruction Microscopy) and STED (Stimulated Emission Depletion Microscopy). Last year I served on student council as a Regional Liaison, and I am excited to get more involved this year as Secretary!

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

I am a 4th year Ph.D. student in the department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. I work in Professor K. Andre Mkhoyan's lab where we use aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy & spectroscopy to study materials for device applications. Presently, most of my work is focused on the study of the fundamental origin and engineering of unique non-conventional line and extended line defects in thin film complex perovskite oxides. I first became fascinated with electron microscopy in my 5th grade when I was intrigued about the smallest building block during an optical microscopy demonstration. Eventually, I joined a TEM lab during my undergrad at the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi. I feel microscopy offers flexibility to study a gamut of fields alongside the capability to acquire deep insights about a material. As communications chair of MSA StC not only will we try to bring together and connect this wide variety of microscopists but also show our "true" creative quirky side.

University of Illinois Chicago

I am a fourth-year PhD student at the University of Illinois at Chicago, working in the Nanoscale Physics Group led by Professor Robert Klie. My research uses a range of advanced techniques, including in situ and cryo-microscopy, to study Mg-ion cathodes and quantum materials at the atomic scale. I started my academic journey with a focus on biophysics but developed a passion for condensed matter physics, inspired by the insights from these cutting-edge tools. After a rewarding year as the Social Chair of the MSA Student Council, I’m now excited to take on the role of Program Chair. I look forward to developing programs that encourage collaboration and growth within our community.

Stony Brook University / Brookhaven National Laboratory, NY

I am currently a fifth-year Ph.D. candidate in Physics at Stony Brook University, mentored by Dr. Yimei Zhu at Brookhaven National Laboratory. My research is centered on leveraging ultrafast electron microscopy to investigate magnetic properties and dynamics. My projects also encompass in-situ microwave (RF) excitation, studies of low temperature physics and structural properties using Scanning/Transmission Electron Microscopy, micromagnetic simulations, and the development of data analysis software for Ultrafast Electron Microscopy. As PMC Co-Chair, I am enthusiastic about collaborating with the PMC committee to enhance the PMC x60 event.

Arizona State University

I am a 4th year Ph. D. student in the Materials Science and Engineering program at Arizona State University. My research focuses on characterizing the structure and chemistry of epilayers and interfaces in ultrawide-bandgap material-based heterostructures. I use various characterization techniques, including HT-(S)TEM, EELS, and EDX, to gain insights into the synthesis-structure-property relationships. I have always found crystallography fascinating, but electron microscopy first caught my interest during my master's at RWTH Aachen University in Germany, where I used SEM-EBSD to study grain boundaries, recrystallization, and texture evolution in magnesium and its alloys. Over time, using TEM in my research and teaching it to new graduate students as a part-time lab TA has become something I relish. Last year, I served as a Regional Liaison for MSA StC. I enjoyed working with a bunch of highly enthusiastic and cooperative team members and also using my free time to get creative with designing additional promotional material for MSA StC. As the Physical Sciences Co-Chair this year, I'm excited to take on bigger responsibilities, share new ideas for the next PMCx60, and help organize a successful event with the team.

Purdue University

I'm a third-year PhD student at Purdue University. My research is an exciting exploration of different structures of amyloids, which are linked to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease. I majorly use cryogenic electron microscopy (Cryo-EM) to study these structures. I'm also working on developing promising compounds to help treat these conditions. In my academic journey, I'm guided by Professor Wen Jiang where I collaborate with other curious minds. Beyond my research, I'm also involved in MSA StC, where I serve as the Co-Chair for Biological Sciences. I'm passionate about building a strong community, connecting with peers and enhancing the MSA StC PMCx60 event in 2025.

University of Washington

I’m a 2^nd year MSE PhD student at the University of Washington measuring the local excitonic states in transition metal dichalcogenides utilizing STEM/EELS. I earned my MSE Master’s degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 2023 and two Bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry and Bio-Resource Science & Engineering from the University of Washington in 2020. I’m also an awardee of the prestigious NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) 2022. Last year I was part of the MSA StC as a regional liaison and this year I am taking on a bigger role as the PMC Social Chair. I look forward to continuing to work with the other MSA StC members to build an exciting and interesting PMC program!

Columbia University, NY

I am a year materials science and engineering PhD student working with Professor Katayun Barmak in the Department of Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics at Columbia University. Before coming to New York, I obtained a Bachelor’s of Materials Science and Engineering from the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Minnesota—Twin Cities. Today, my thesis work focuses on grain growth in nanocrystalline metallic thin films via a combination of ex situ annealing and in situ heating experiments in the transmission electron microscope (TEM). Primarily, I use TEM imaging and precession enhanced electron diffraction (PED)-based crystal orientation mapping to understand the microstructural evolution of my films. We apply modern machine learning approaches and conventional data analysis techniques to understand the large datasets needed to study the complex process of grain growth. Outside of the lab, I love cities and their transportation systems, cinema, and languages. 

Arizona State University

I’m a third-year PhD Student at Arizona State University co-advised by Dr. Seth Ariel Tongay and Dr. Sandhya Susarla. I served MSA StC as an RL in Region VI from 2023-2024. My research is divided into two areas: synthesis of new quantum materials at extreme pressures and temperatures, and characterization of material structures and defects using advanced electron microscopy techniques such as electron ptychography. Combining these two areas allows for a better understanding of structure-property relations in new materials by correlating the results of electrical, optical, and magnetic measurements with the defect genomes determined using electron microscopy. As the Regional Liaison Chair, I hope to continue building deeper connections with local microscopy societies and help guide others to do the same. I also hope to further develop my managerial skills as I lead the Regional Liaison team.

Northwestern University

I am a 2nd year PhD student in Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University, advised by Prof. Vinayak Dravid. My research focuses on methods of hydrogen detection in materials to study hydrogen transport through solid oxides and across interfaces. I first learned about microscopy during my undergraduate studies at Iowa State University. My initial research interests involved polymers and ceramics, and I have always been passionate about sustainability. As an aspiring electron microscopist, I hope to demonstrate the capabilities of microscopy in fighting climate change. I am excited to serve as a Regional Liaison and expand the microscopy community.

Northwestern University & Argonne National Laboratory, Chicago, IL

I am a fourth-year PhD candidate at Northwestern University, advised by Amanda Petford-Long from Argonne National Laboratory where I perform my research. Here, I work with Charudatta Phatak’s Functional Nanoscale Heterostructures group in the Materials Science Division. Our group explores the behavior of nanoscale magnetic heterostructures in 1D, 2D and 3D, novel materials for microelectronics, neuromorphic computing, and energy storage materials. My research, thus far, has focused on exploring computational phase retrieval using Lorentz (S)TEM. Additionally, I will be exploring the interfacial phenomena that arises from coupling van der Waals heterostructures with thin films to observe, characterize, and quantify the behaviour. To explore the dynamics of these materials, we utilize in-situ cryo-Lorentz TEM, ultrafast TEM, STEM, and AFM. This will be my second year serving as a regional liaison with MSA for Region II and I am certainly excited to explore our reach as passionate microscopists and future leaders.

University of Wisconsin-Madison

I am a 3rd year undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin - Madison majoring in Engineering Mechanics - Aerospace. While I am majoring in engineering, I do research in the Biochemistry department here at UW, under professor Elizabeth R. Wright. My research project is focused on the design, manufacturing, and usage of a flow cell in correlative light and electron microscopy. The flow cell provides a medium for in situ growth of biological samples upon EM grids that can be observed with light microscopy and then removed for fixation and correlative electron microscopy imaging. I am extremely excited to be joining the MSA Student council as it is my opinion that our society should be more involved in fields of research that are not primarily focused on microscopy. My goal as a member of the team is to make undergraduate students interested in professional societies as well as research.

Northwestern University

I am a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University. I worked with conventional TEM techniques during my master's degree on the formation of defects in austenitic steel. In my doctorate I advanced and combined STEM techniques to obtain structural, chemical and electronic state information on heterogeneous interfaces of devices applied to photoelectrocatalysis. My goal is to combine multimodal Transmission Electron Microscopy techniques with computational processing methods to gather information about heterogeneous surfaces and interfaces at the atomic scale. My mentors are Professors Vinayak Dravid and Roberto dos Reis. I believe that the MSA StC plays a fundamental role in engaging young microscopists and reaching new enthusiasts. I hope to contribute to the community and foster mutual growth.

Case Western Reserve University

I am a senior undergraduate student at Case Western Reserve University studying biomedical engineering. I am currently working with Dr. Janet Gburs group researching aerosol jet printing, a microfabrication technique with potential applications for electrical components in biomedical devices. I am also researching the effects of applying magnetic flux during WAAM welding processes, and have some experience in polymer structure. I am a regular user of optical microscopy and FIB-SEM and an occasional user of profilometry and SEM-EDX. I’m excited to serve as a regional liaison for region III and looking forward to helping students access MSA resources and conferences.

University of Michigan

I am a 3rd year PhD candidate in Material Science and Engineering and Scientific Computing at the University of Michigan. I am originally from Miami, Florida and currently work under Professor Robert Hovden studying how Machine Learning algorithms can improve STEM HAADF data captured alongside EELS & X-EDS data. I also work on tomography, 4D-STEM, and in-situ heating, cooling and biasing TEM experimentation. My current passion is spreading interest in microscopy at the K-8 level and ensuring equitable access to microscopy in the Metro Detroit area.

Case Western Reserve University

I am Peter Burdick, a third-year undergraduate student at Case Western Reserve University, and am currently studying Materials Science and Engineering. Professor Janet Gbur is my advisor. I am currently working with Dr. Janet Gburs group researching aerosol jet printing, a microfabrication technique with potential applications for electrical components in biomedical devices. I am very excited to represent the MSA-StC as a regional liaison.

Michigan Technological University

I am a first year PhD candidate in Materials Engineering working with Dr. Sriram Vijayan at Michigan Technological University. My research is focused on studying Additively Manufactured (AM) oxide dispersion solutions of 316L stainless steel for  structural application in generation IV nuclear reactors. I use OM, FESEM, STEM, HR-TEM, and EDX to image AM samples. Then I utilize image analysis software to rapidly characterize morphology, structure, and distributions of phases and defects present at varied length scales within the material. For my research, I am excited to study in situ TEM and SEM techniques. As a first time member of MSA StC, I am excited to learn about new microscopy techniques and to create a network of peers and friends in the field.

Pennsylvania State University

I'm Sahani Amaya Iddawela, a fourth-year Penn State University Ph.D. student studying chemistry. Prof. Danielle Hickey is my supervisor. I use a variety of characterization techniques, including STEM, EELS, EDX, and HR-TEM, while working with 2D materials including TMDs.

Working with two REU students during the summer was a fantastic experience for me. This is my first time becoming a member of MSA StC. and I'd like to build relationships with peers and professionals that share my passion in microscopy and expand my knowledge.

Carnegie Mellon University

I am a third-year Ph.D. candidate at Carnegie Mellon University, advised by Prof. Elizabeth Dickey in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. My research focuses on understanding the structure-property relationships of novel ferroelectrics for CMOS-compatible non-volatile memory applications, utilizing advanced characterization techniques such as FIB/SEM, HR/TEM, STEM, EDX, and EELS. I am excited to serve as a Regional Liaison for the MSA StC, aiming to build meaningful connections with peers and professionals who share a passion for microscopy and to foster a supportive and engaged community.

University of Massachusetts, Boston

I am a 4^th year Ph.D. student at the University of Massachusetts Boston under Prof. Chandra S. Yelleswarapu. My research focuses on developing a machine-learning-based lensless field-portable, compact, cost-effective microscope for real-time detection of infectious diseases. We quantitatively extract the phase information of label-free microscopic images of red blood cells to improve diagnosis accuracy for diseases like malaria and sickle cell anemia, particularly benefiting healthcare in developing countries like Ghana. I'm passionate about using biomedical imaging to create meaningful change in limited-resource health centers and excited to contribute as a Regional Liaison to grow the microscopy community.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

I am a 5th year PhD student at Massachusetts Institute of Technology advised by Prof. Frances Ross in the department of Materials Science and Engineering. My research explores the structure and property control of two-dimensional van der Waals magnetic and ferroelectric materials and their heterostructures with exciting promise for next-generation quantum and micro-electronic devices primarily using in-situ S/TEM. I am excited to serve on the MSA StC as the regional liaison and look forward to interacting with professionals in the microscopy community.

Cornell University

I am a fourth-year PhD candidate in the Applied and Engineering Physics department at Cornell University, working in Professor David Muller's group. My research focuses on advanced scanning transmission electron microscopy (S/TEM) techniques, with a particular emphasis on electron ptychography. I aim to push the limits of this novel method to characterize buried interfaces and defects in various materials. My recent work involves using multislice electron ptychography to image buried defects and atomic-scale irregularities in both the crystalline and amorphous regions of next-generation Gate-All-Around transistors, as well as point defects and defect clusters relevant to quantum computing technologies. I am excited to be a regional liaison and a part of the MSA StC and I look forward to fostering collaboration and engagement within the microscopy community.

Cornell University

I am a fourth-year PhD candidate at Cornell University, advised by David Muller. I explore the structure-property relationship of electronic materials from power electronics to quantum qubit devices with advanced STEM techniques. In particular, I investigate the atomic structure at interface boundaries using multislice electron ptychography. As a regional liaison, I am excited to create a sense of belonging for other students and early career researchers within the microscopy community.

Cornell University

Hi, I am Baird, a first year PhD student at Cornell University in David Muller’s group. I am interested in electronics and electron microscope hardware. When I was younger, I always enjoyed physics/engineering outreach events, and they were a part of why I pursued a bachelor’s in physics at Penn State. I am hoping that MSA gives me the platform to partake in more outreach events and engage with the community of young scientists!

University of California, Berkeley

I am a 5th year PhD candidate at the University of California, Berkeley, co-advised by Prof. Jeffrey Long in Chemistry and Prof. Andrew Minor in Materials Science & Engineering. I develop S/TEM techniques to map local structure, elemental distribution, and gas adsorption in metal–organic frameworks. My goal is to expand the toolbox we can use on these beam-sensitive materials. I am excited to continue serving on MSA StC; it's especially important to me that MSA serves as a platform for researchers from different backgrounds to meet and learn from each other.

University of California, Berkeley

I’m a 4th year PhD student at University of California, Berkeley working on analyzing ionic conductivity and transport mechanisms in solid-state batteries. I work with Dr. Mary Scott at the National Center of Electron Microscopy (NCEM) as part of the Molecular Foundry in the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (LBNL). My work involves material characterization of novel solid-state electrolytes via FIB/SEM, cryo techniques, HRTEM, STEM EELS and 4DSTEM. I am eager to connect with other professionals in the microscopy community and work together for research advancement as an MSA StC regional liaison.

University of California, Berkeley

I am a 5th year PhD Candidate in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) at the University of California, Berkeley, under the guidance of Prof. Andrew Minor and Prof. Mark Asta. My research focuses on understanding the deformation mechanisms in high entropy alloys via electron microscopy. My experiments include in-situ transmission electron microscopy (TEM) tensile experiments and post-mortem structural analysis with high-resolution TEM and four-dimensional scanning transmission electron microscopy (4D-STEM) measurements. In MSA StC, I am excited to connect with and support other students and early career researchers in the international microscopy community.

Arizona State University

I am a 1st year PhD student at Arizona State University, pursuing a degree in Materials Science and Engineering. Advised by Peter A. Crozier, my research focuses on understanding gas-solid interactions on catalytic nanoparticles for the application of neutralizing toxic emissions of combustion technologies. My work will involve high-resolution environmental TEM (ETEM), image simulation, and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. As a second-time member of the MSA student council, I hope to welcome new students into our community and further motivate their contributions to the field microscopy.

University of California, Los Angeles

I am a fourth year PhD student in Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles. My research focuses on characterizing energy and information materials with electron ptychography, a four-dimensional scanning transmission electron microscopy technique. I also work to understand electron beam damage mechanisms in dose sensitive samples. As a new member of MSA StC, I hope to learn more about the microscopy community and facilitate greater interactions within Region VI.

University of Oklahoma

I am a fourth year PhD student at the University of Oklahoma working with Dr. Brian Grady in the School of Sustainable Chemical, Biological, and Materials Engineering. My research interests include carbon nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposite processing and characterization. I use a wide range of microscopy techniques such as CLSM, SEM, CCI (charge contrast imaging), HR/TEM, EDS, etc. to characterize carbon nanomaterial morphology and dispersion in polymers. I also recently conducted an internship as a Graduate Student Researcher at the Air Force Research Laboratory through the Nano-Bio Materials Consortium at UES, Inc. In this position, I developed novel methods for testing microneedle insertion mechanics in vacuum-compatible artificial mechanical human skin models inside a scanning electron microscope. As a part of MSA StC, I hope to become more connected with the nationwide microscopy community and help support microscopy related efforts in my region.

Rice University

I am currently a third-year PhD student at Rice University, conducting research within Dr. Yimo Han’s esteemed research group. I obtained my bachelor's degree in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering with a minor in Physics at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), graduating Summa Cum Laude. I am honored to have been awarded the GEM Employer Fellowship from The National GEM Consortium, sponsored by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, to support my graduate studies. My current research is centered on four-dimensional scanning transmission electron microscopy (4D-STEM) for enhancing strain analysis of thin films, including two-dimensional materials and gold nanosheets.

North Carolina State University

I’m a second year M.S.E. student at North Carolina State University (NCSU) in Raleigh North Carolina currently researching additively manufactured metals. I work as a graduate research assistant at the Center for Additive Manufacturing and Logistics (CAMAL) all while growing my expertise in refractory metals for E-Beam Powder Bed Fusion. During the summers of 2023 and 2024 I completed internships at Oak Ridge National Lab (ORNL) in the Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF). While at ORNL I trained on various types of microscopy including SEM, EBSD, BSE, EDS, and CT scanning. I hope to continue learning various imaging techniques and strengthen the bond between NCSU and ORNL through being an active member of MSA StC.

National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences

I am currently in my third year as a postbaccalaureate fellow at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) in Durham, North Carolina, where I work in the Cryo-EM Core Facility under the mentorship of Dr. Mario Borgnia and Dr. Venkata Dandey. My research focuses on structural determination using cryo-EM techniques, and I am also developing an open-source freezing system to make cryo-EM more accessible and flexible for novel experimental approaches. This year, I am applying to graduate programs to further hone my structural biology skills and explore how structural insights can be leveraged to develop novel therapeutics. As a first-year regional liaison for the MSA Student Council, I am eager to connect with fellow microscopists and increase society involvement within my institute.

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

I am a fourth-year PhD student under Gerd Duscher at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Here, we study unique phases and transitions of 2D materials under non-equilibrium conditions using in-situ laser heating inside a transmission electron microscope. My specific interests are moiré materials, and applying machine learning (ML) to discover new material physics! At the University of Tennessee, we are working to fully automate our microscopes and enable the next-generation of ML powered electron laboratories.

University of Georgia

I am a fifth-year chemistry PhD graduate student at the University of Georgia working in Dr. Tina Salguero’s lab where we synthesize, characterize, and evaluate the dynamic transformations experienced by low dimensional quantum materials under various conditions. Specifically, I utilize in situ scanning transmission electron microscopy to evaluate the morphological, structural, and chemical changes in materials in response to elevated temperatures. Additionally, I have an assistantship appointment at the Georgia Electron Microscopy core facility at UGA, where I provide material imaging services to the broader Georgia community. Through my service as a regional liaison for the MSA Student Council, I hope to provide outreach and engagement opportunities to students and those in the community who would like to experience what microscopy has to offer.

McGill University, Canada

Hello! My name is Ritvij Chandrakar, and I’m a 3rd-year PhD student at McGill University. My research focuses on using cold field high-resolution scanning electron microscopes, with a current project dedicated to imaging and analyzing light elements like oxygen. Before coming to McGill, I completed both my undergraduate and master’s degrees in India, which laid the foundation for my passion for advanced microscopy and materials science. When I’m not immersed in research, I love spending time outdoors and exploring nature. I look forward to meeting and connecting with you all!

Paul Drude Institute for Solid State Electronics, Berlin, Germany

I am a 5th year PhD student at the Paul Drude Institute for Solid State Electronics in Berlin (Germany). I am currently researching the optical properties of semiconductors at the nanoscale, focusing on their potential to advance electronic and photonic devices. Using techniques like cathodoluminescence spectroscopy, I explore the intricate behaviors of these materials to drive innovation. I am excited to contribute to this progress and to engage with the microscopy community through the StC, fostering collaboration and discovery.

Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru

I am a 5th year PhD student as Prime Minister Research Fellow at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, currently working with Prof. N. Ravishankar in the department of Materials Research Centre. My research focuses on understanding the conversion chemistry while growing layered material heterostructures and associated defects at the interface. I extensively use microscopy techniques such as SEM, FIB, TEM, STEM, EELS, EDS, and iDPC etc. As a MSA StC member, I want to learn more about microscopy happening worldwide and will try to engage more members into the society.