Assoc Prof Dr. Tayebeh Movlarooy | Condensed Matter Physics | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Shahrood University of Technology, Iran

Tayebeh Movlarooy, an Iranian national born in Fariman, is an esteemed Associate Professor specializing in Solid State Physics and Nanophysics at Shahrood University of Technology. With a Ph.D. from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, her research delves into computational condensed matter physics and material science, focusing on electronic structure and properties of nanostructures. Proficient in DFT packages like Wien2k and Quantum-ESPRESSO, she has supervised numerous theses and received accolades including Top Researcher at Shahrood University. Tayebeh’s expertise extends to teaching various courses and participating in workshops worldwide, demonstrating her commitment to advancing scientific understanding in her field.

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Education

Ph.D: Solid State Physics, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran (2005-2010) Thesis: “Theoretical calculations of electronic and optical properties of SWCNTs and Peapods” Supervisors: Professors S. M. Hosseini, A. Kompany, and Claudia Ambrosch-Draxl M.Sc: Solid State Physics, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran (2002-2005) B.Sc: Physics, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran (1998-2002)

Professional Experience:

Associate Professor: Solid State Physics and Nanophysics, Shahrood University of Technology, Shahrood, Iran (2018 – Present) Assistant Professor: Solid State Physics and Nanophysics, Shahrood University of Technology, Shahrood, Iran (2010-2018)

Teaching Experiences

Taught various courses including Numerical Modeling and Simulation in Condensed Matter, Density Functional Theory, Solid State Physics, Advanced Solid State Physics, Computational Physics, Nanophysics, Quantum Mechanics, Electromagnetic, and more.

Research Interests

Computational condensed matter physics and Computational Material Science Simulation and Modeling of bulk materials, surfaces, and Nanostructures High-performance computing on the electronic structure and physical properties of nanostructures Investigation of various properties such as structural, electronic, magnetic, optical, and transport properties, as well as spintronics.

Computer Skills

Proficient in DFT Packages like Wien2k, Quantum-ESPRESSO, and Siesta Experienced in programming languages like Fortran Skilled in operating systems including Linux and Windows Familiar with simulation packages such as Gauss View and ATK (Atomistix Tool Kit) Competent in Microsoft Office tools.

Awards

Received various scholarships including PhD. Scholarship, Study Opportunity Scholarship, and Guest Researcher Scholarship. Recognized as the Top Researcher of Shahrood University of Technology and the Top Researcher of the Semnan province in 2023.

Research Focus:

Tayebeh Movlarooy’s research primarily focuses on computational materials science, with an emphasis on electronic structure calculations and optical properties of various nanomaterials. Her work spans a broad spectrum, including first-principles investigations of cohesive energies in perovskite structures like PbTiO3, optical absorption in carbon nanotubes, and adsorption studies on nanotube surfaces for gas sensing applications. Additionally, she explores spin transport properties in graphene nanoribbons and transition metal-doped nanostructures, contributing to the development of materials for spintronic devices. Movlarooy’s expertise lies in leveraging density functional theory to elucidate fundamental properties of nanomaterials, paving the way for innovative applications in electronics and sensing technologies.

Publications

1. Gas molecules adsorption on β₁₂ borophene nanoribbons and nanosheets for the gas sensor applications, Publication: 2024.
2. The effect of cations in electronic, and optical properties of lead-free halide perovskites based on Sn–Ge, Publication: 2023.
3. Investigating the effect of halogens on the electronic and optical properties of lead‐free double halide perovskites based on Cu Bi, Publication: 2023.
4. Tuning structural and electronic properties of 12-Borophene/Graphene heterostructure, Publication: 2023.
5. Structural and electronic properties of double-walled zigzag and armchair Zinc oxide nanotubes, Publication: 2023.
6. Electronic structures and stability of double-walled armchair (n,n)@(m,m) SiC nanotubes, Publication: 2023.
7. DFT Study of High‐Curie‐Temperature Ferromagnetism in α‐borophene Nanoribbons for Spintronic Applications, Publication: 2023.
8. Exploring Optical and Electronic Properties of 2D Lead-Free Hybrid Perovskites Based on Sn-Ge for Photovoltaic Applications, Publication: 2023.
9. Ab initio study of structural properties and inter-wall distances of double-walled BN nanotubes, Publication: 2023.
10. Tuning Structural Properties and Interwall Spacing of Double‐Walled GaN Nanotubes, Publication: 2023.