Dr. Zdenek Remes | Nanoscale Awards | Innovative Nanomaterials Research Award

Dr. Zdenek Remes , Institute of Physics CAS , Czech Republic

Mgr. Zdeněk Remeš, Ph.D., is a senior scientist at the Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, where he has been employed since 1993, and served as an assistant professor at the Czech Technical University in Prague from 2013 to 2022. Born in Czechoslovakia in 1971, he holds a MSc in solid state physics (1994), a BSc in financial mathematics (1998), and a PhD in solid state physics and material research (1999) from the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University, Prague. With a H-index of 30, Dr. Remeš has authored 202 published papers with 2321 citations in Scopus. His research focuses on the optical and electrical properties of thin films and nanoparticles, plasma treatment, photovoltaics, and photocatalysis. He has held long-term research positions in Belgium, Israel, France, and the Netherlands. Fluent in Czech and English, and proficient in Slovak, German, and Russian, Dr. Remeš is actively engaged in international collaborations and currently leads multiple research projects.

Professional Profile:

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Education:

Mgr. Zdeněk Remeš, Ph.D., obtained his MSc in Solid State Physics in 1994, a BSc in Financial Mathematics in 1998, and a PhD in Solid State Physics and Material Research in 1999, all from the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics at Charles University, Prague, Czechia. Additionally, he earned a Certificate in “Teaching General Subject – Mathematics” in 2018 from the same institution.

Work Experience:

Since 1993, Mgr. Zdeněk Remeš, Ph.D., has served as a Senior Scientist at the Institute of Physics, Czech Academy of Sciences. From 2013 to 2022, he held the position of Assistant Professor at the Czech Technical University in Prague. Dr. Remeš has undertaken extensive international research engagements, including long-term attachments at the Institute of Materials Research (IMO), Hasselt University, Belgium, during 1999–2002, 2003–2004, and for 10 months in 2022. He also spent 12 months at TECHNION – Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel, in 2002–2003, 6 months at CEA/Saclay, France, in 2006, and 3 months at EWI TU Delft, The Netherlands, in 2013.

Research Focus:

Dr. Zdeněk Remeš’s research focuses on several key areas within materials science and physics. He specializes in studying the optical and electrical properties of thin films and nanoparticles, exploring their applications in fields such as photovoltaics and photocatalysis. Additionally, his work includes investigating plasma treatment techniques to enhance the properties and functionalities of these materials, contributing significantly to advancements in renewable energy and environmental remediation technologies.

Publication Top Notes:

Enhanced antimicrobial and photocatalytic effects of plasma-treated gallium-doped zinc oxide
- Authors: Rutherford, D., Remes, Z., Kolarova, K., Micova, J., Rezek, B.
- Journal: Applied Surface Science, 2024
Charge trapping and luminescence of the mixed size CsPbBr3 particles grown in one batch
- Authors: Buryi, M., Babin, V., Děcká, K., Ma, C.-G., Brik, M.G.
- Journal: Optical Materials, 2024
Spatial Localization of Defects in Halide Perovskites Using Photothermal Deflection Spectroscopy
- Authors: Vlk, A., Remes, Z., Landova, L., Fejfar, A., Ledinsky, M.
- Journal: Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, 2024
SURFACE CHANGES INDUCED BY PLASMA TREATMENT AND HIGH TEMPERATURE ANNEALING OF SILICON DIOXIDE MICROPARTICLES
- Authors: Babčenko, O., Remeš, Z., Beranová, K., Prošek, Z., Tesárek, P.
- Conference: NANOCON Conference Proceedings – International Conference on Nanomaterials, 2024
CORRELATIVE PROBE ELECTRON MICROSCOPY ANALYSIS OF PLASMA-TREATED GALLIUM-DOPED ZINC OXIDE NANORODS
- Authors: Rutherford, D., Remes, Z., Micova, J., Ukraintsev, E., Rezek, B.
- Conference: NANOCON Conference Proceedings – International Conference on Nanomaterials, 2024

Prof. Marcos Jose Leite Santos, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Prof. Marcos José Leite Santos is an esteemed Associate Professor at the Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, UFRGS, Porto Alegre, Brazil 🇧🇷. With an extensive academic background including a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the State University of Maringa, Brazil, and postdoctoral experience at the University of São Paulo and the University of Victoria, Canada 🇨🇦, he has garnered over 75 publications in international scientific journals and presented numerous papers at prestigious conferences worldwide. His expertise in controlled synthesis of nanoparticles has earned him several accolades, including multiple National Council for Scientific and Technological Development Productivity Research Fellowships and the Yeda Pinheiro Dick Medal for his distinguished contributions to Inorganic Chemistry. Prof. Santos continues to inspire through his research and academic pursuits, shaping the future of nanoscience. 🔬✨

📚 Education:

Prof. Marcos Jose Leite Santos pursued his academic journey at the State University of Maringa, Brazil, where he earned his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees in Chemistry between 1999 and 2009. As part of his Ph.D. program, he also spent time at the University of Victoria, BC, Canada, enriching his academic experience.

🔬 Research Expertise:

With over 75 papers published in international scientific journals and numerous presentations at prestigious conferences and seminars, Prof. Santos is a recognized authority in his field. His research focuses on controlled synthesis of nanoparticles, particularly semiconductor nanoparticles, with notable contributions in this area.

🌎 International Engagements:

Prof. Santos’s expertise has taken him around the globe, with invited talks at renowned institutions such as the Institute of Condensed Matter and Nanosciences at UCLouvain in Belgium and the Department of Chemistry at the University of Victoria in Canada. He has also delivered talks at various Brazilian universities and conferences, highlighting his international recognition and collaboration.

🏆 Awards and Distinctions:

Prof. Santos’s contributions have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including multiple National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) Productivity Research Fellowships in Chemistry in Brazil. He was also honored with the Yeda Pinheiro Dick Medal by the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul for his distinct contributions to Inorganic Chemistry.