Hamze Mousavi

Professor of Theoretical Solid State Physics

Kermanshah, IR.

About

Accomplished Professor and researcher in Theoretical Solid State Physics with over 15 years of experience, specializing in the electronic properties of low-dimensional systems, quantum transport, and superconductivity. Recognized for significant contributions to the field through extensive publications and dedicated mentorship of graduate students, driving advancements in material science and nanotechnology.

Work

Razi University

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Professor of Theoretical Solid State Physics

Kermanshah, Kermanshah, Iran (Islamic Republic of)

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Summary

Led theoretical solid-state physics research and education, driving advancements in low-dimensional systems and supervising numerous graduate theses at Razi University.

Highlights

Conducted extensive research in theoretical solid state physics, publishing over 76 peer-reviewed articles on quantum transport, graphene, nanostructures, and superconductivity.

Mentored and supervised 13 MSc and 3 PhD candidates, guiding their research on electronic properties of advanced materials and low-dimensional systems.

Awarded as a Distinguished Researcher of Faculty of Science among 60 research staff in 2011, recognizing significant contributions to the field.

Organized and served as an executive committee member for national and international conferences, including the 4th Nanotechnology Conference (2008) and 36th Annual Physics Conference of Iran (2020).

Taught a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses, including Quantum Mechanics, Solid State Physics, and Computational Physics, fostering advanced scientific understanding.

North Carolina Central University

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Visiting Researcher, Department of Math & Physics

Durham, NC, US

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Summary

Contributed to collaborative research projects in theoretical physics, leveraging expertise in solid-state systems.

Highlights

Engaged in advanced research on theoretical solid-state physics, collaborating with faculty on cutting-edge projects.

Applied expertise in quantum mechanics and condensed matter to contribute to departmental research initiatives.

University of Colorado

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Visiting Researcher, Department of Physics

Boulder, CO, US

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Summary

Participated in research collaborations within theoretical physics, focusing on specific challenges in condensed matter.

Highlights

Collaborated with leading researchers on projects related to advanced theoretical physics and material properties.

Utilized specialized knowledge to support ongoing investigations into quantum phenomena and electronic structures.

Regensburg University

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Visiting Researcher, Department of Physics

Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany

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Summary

Conducted focused research in theoretical physics, contributing to international academic exchange and knowledge sharing.

Highlights

Engaged in short-term intensive research, contributing to the department's theoretical physics studies.

Collaborated with international peers on specific research problems, enhancing inter-institutional scientific dialogue.

Brock University

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Visiting Researcher, Department of Physics

St. Catharines, ON, Canada

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Summary

Undertook research activities within the physics department, contributing to early-career academic development.

Highlights

Participated in research projects, applying theoretical physics principles to experimental or computational studies.

Gained international research experience, broadening scientific perspective and collaborative skills.

Education

Razi University

Kermanshah, Kermanshah, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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PhD Theoretical Solid State Physics

Razi University

Kermanshah, Kermanshah, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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M.Sc Theoretical Physics

Razi University

Kermanshah, Kermanshah, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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B.Sc Physics

Awards

Distinguished Researcher of Faculty of Science

Razi University

Recognized as a distinguished researcher among 60 research staff in the Faculty of Science for significant contributions to the field.

Full Scholarship for PhD

Iranian Ministry of Science and Technology

Awarded a full scholarship to pursue PhD studies, recognizing academic excellence and potential in scientific research.

Publications

A more comprehensive study of electron transport in the DNA ladder strand: Poly(GACT)–poly(CTGA)

J. Phys. Chem. Solid

A more comprehensive study of electron transport in the DNA ladder strand: Poly(GACT)–poly(CTGA)

Assessing protein-RNA coupling

Sci. Rep.

Assessing protein-RNA coupling

Quantum charge transport in DNA and RNA systems coupled to nanoribbon electrodes

Discov. Nano

Quantum charge transport in DNA and RNA systems coupled to nanoribbon electrodes

Protein molecules engaging DNA strands

Sci. Rep.

Protein molecules engaging DNA strands

Quantum transport in protein chains

Sci. Rep.

Quantum transport in protein chains

Two-band model of T-graphene

J. Comput. Electron.

Two-band model of T-graphene

Cyclic Constraint on the protein-RNA/DNA interaction

Phys. Biol.

Cyclic Constraint on the protein-RNA/DNA interaction

Viscous DNA and RNA: Quantum damped dynamical random systems

Biosyst.

Viscous DNA and RNA: Quantum damped dynamical random systems

Protein-DNA interaction in tight-binding paradigm

Sci. Rep.

Protein-DNA interaction in tight-binding paradigm

Protein chains in tight-binding framework

J. Mol. Model.

Protein chains in tight-binding framework

Electron transport through protein chains interfacing nanoribbon and nanotube leads

Solid State Commun.

Electron transport through protein chains interfacing nanoribbon and nanotube leads

Metallic nature of T-graphene sheet and nanotubes

Adv. Nat. Sci.: Nanosci. Nanotechnol.

Metallic nature of T-graphene sheet and nanotubes

Nonlinear mechanical response of finite-length soft composites with random dislocations

Sci Rep.

Nonlinear mechanical response of finite-length soft composites with random dislocations

Vibration spectra of DNA and RNA segments

Eur. Biophys. J.

Vibration spectra of DNA and RNA segments

Superconductivity of metallic graphene

Solid State Commun.

Superconductivity of metallic graphene

A Green's function-tight-binding-based approach for T-graphene Analysis

Appl. Phys. A

A Green's function-tight-binding-based approach for T-graphene Analysis

Mechanical response of double-stranded DNA to dynamic excitation

J. Vib. Control

Mechanical response of double-stranded DNA to dynamic excitation

Electronic behavior of randomly dislocated RNA and DNA nanowires: a multi-model approach

Eur. Phys. J. Plus

Electronic behavior of randomly dislocated RNA and DNA nanowires: a multi-model approach

Metal-semiconductor transition in Ψ-graphene

Mater. Today Commun.

Metal-semiconductor transition in Ψ-graphene

Vibrational properties of DNA in different models

Mech. Adv. Mater. Struct.

Vibrational properties of DNA in different models

Strain effect on the electronic Properties of Graphdiyne

Thin Solid Films

Strain effect on the electronic Properties of Graphdiyne

The transport properties of poly(G)-poly(C) DNA oligomers in the Harrison's model

J. Mol. Graph. Model.

The transport properties of poly(G)-poly(C) DNA oligomers in the Harrison's model

Calculation of electron transport in short polyyne nanochains

ECS J. Solid State Sci. Techol.

Calculation of electron transport in short polyyne nanochains

Harrison model of polyynic carbyne chains

ECS J. Solid State Sci. Techol.

Harrison model of polyynic carbyne chains

Hydrogenation effects on the thermal and magnetic properties of mono- and bilayer graphene

Carbon Lett.

Hydrogenation effects on the thermal and magnetic properties of mono- and bilayer graphene

Tight-binding description of semiconductive conjugated polymers

Comput. Theor. Chem.

Tight-binding description of semiconductive conjugated polymers

Electron transport of carbon atoms sequence in two-band model

Eur. Phys. J. Plus

Electron transport of carbon atoms sequence in two-band model

Investigation of heat capacity and magnetic susceptibility of carbon nanodiscs and nanowires in tight-binding approximation

J. Res. Many. Sys.

Investigation of heat capacity and magnetic susceptibility of carbon nanodiscs and nanowires in tight-binding approximation

Electronic properties of graphyne and graphdiyne in tight-binding model

ECS J. Solid State Sci. Techol.

Electronic properties of graphyne and graphdiyne in tight-binding model

Transdimensional epsilon-near-zero modes in planar plasmonic nanostructures

Phys. Rev. Res.

Transdimensional epsilon-near-zero modes in planar plasmonic nanostructures

Electronic properties of different configurations of double-strand DNA-like nanowires

Solid State Commun.

Electronic properties of different configurations of double-strand DNA-like nanowires

Multi-band tight-binding model of MoS2 monolayer

J. Elec. Materi.

Multi-band tight-binding model of MoS2 monolayer

Electrical conductivity of armchair carbon and boron nitride nanotubes in tight-binding model

Iran. J. Appl. Phys.

Electrical conductivity of armchair carbon and boron nitride nanotubes in tight-binding model

Magnetic and thermal characteristics of armchair graphene nanoribbons in the two-band Harrison model

J. Magn. Magn. Mater.

Magnetic and thermal characteristics of armchair graphene nanoribbons in the two-band Harrison model

Electrical and thermal conductivities of few-layer armchair graphene nanoribbons

Eur. Phys. J. B

Electrical and thermal conductivities of few-layer armchair graphene nanoribbons

Optical response of finite-thickness ultrathin plasmonic films

MRS Communications

Optical response of finite-thickness ultrathin plasmonic films

Nonlinear electron transport across short DNA segment between graphene leads

Solid State Commun.

Nonlinear electron transport across short DNA segment between graphene leads

Graphene nanoribbon superconductor

J. Low Temp. Phys.

Graphene nanoribbon superconductor

Semiconducting behavior of substitutionally doped bilayer graphene

Physics B

Semiconducting behavior of substitutionally doped bilayer graphene

Electronic thermal conductivity of armchair graphene nanoribbons and zigzag carbon nanotubes

Physica E

Electronic thermal conductivity of armchair graphene nanoribbons and zigzag carbon nanotubes

Electron doping effects on the electrical conductivity of zigzag carbon nanotubes and corresponding unzipped armchair graphene nanoribbons

Physics E

Electron doping effects on the electrical conductivity of zigzag carbon nanotubes and corresponding unzipped armchair graphene nanoribbons

Electrical and thermal conductivities of the graphene, boron nitride and silicon boron honeycomb monolayers

Phys. Lett. A

Electrical and thermal conductivities of the graphene, boron nitride and silicon boron honeycomb monolayers

Electronic heat capacity and thermal conductivity of armchair graphene nanoribbons

Appl. Phys. A

Electronic heat capacity and thermal conductivity of armchair graphene nanoribbons

Pauli magnetic susceptibility of bilayer graphene and hexagonal boron-nitride

Physica B

Pauli magnetic susceptibility of bilayer graphene and hexagonal boron-nitride

Magnetic susceptibility and heat capacity of graphene in two-band Harrison model

Physica E

Magnetic susceptibility and heat capacity of graphene in two-band Harrison model

Graphene to graphane: two-band approach

Superlattice Microst.

Graphene to graphane: two-band approach

Electronic properties of long DNA nanowires in dry and wet conditions

Solid State Commun.

Electronic properties of long DNA nanowires in dry and wet conditions

Tight-binding investigation of thermal conductivity of graphene and few-layer graphene systems

Int. J. Thermophys.

Tight-binding investigation of thermal conductivity of graphene and few-layer graphene systems

Controlling the band-gap of boron-nitride nanotubes with carbon doping

J. Elec. Materi.

Controlling the band-gap of boron-nitride nanotubes with carbon doping

Electronic properties of impurity-infected few-layer graphene nanoribbons

Physica B

Electronic properties of impurity-infected few-layer graphene nanoribbons

The Hall conductivity of graphene

Semiconductors

The Hall conductivity of graphene

Flake electrical conductivity of few-layer graphene

Scientific World Journal

Flake electrical conductivity of few-layer graphene

Heat capacity of hexagonal boron nitride sheet in Holstein model

Semiconductors

Heat capacity of hexagonal boron nitride sheet in Holstein model

Plasmons in spatially separated rolled-up electron-hole double-layer systems

J. Appl. Phys.

Plasmons in spatially separated rolled-up electron-hole double-layer systems

Electronic heat capacity and conductivity of gapped graphene

Physica E

Electronic heat capacity and conductivity of gapped graphene

Heat capacity of defective semiconducting carbon nanotubes

Int. J. Therm. Phys.

Heat capacity of defective semiconducting carbon nanotubes

Electronic properties of doped gapped graphene

Physica B

Electronic properties of doped gapped graphene

Metallic and semimetallic properties of doped graphene and boron nitride planes

Solid State Commun.

Metallic and semimetallic properties of doped graphene and boron nitride planes

Sublattice superconductivity in boron nitride nanotube

J. Supercond. Nov. Magn.

Sublattice superconductivity in boron nitride nanotube

Electronic specific heat of carbon nanotubes

Physica Scripta

Electronic specific heat of carbon nanotubes

Optical conductivity of graphene sheet including electron-phonon interaction

Commun. Theor. Phys.

Optical conductivity of graphene sheet including electron-phonon interaction

Carbon dioxide detection by boron nitride nanotubes

Appl. Phys. A

Carbon dioxide detection by boron nitride nanotubes

Effects of Holstein phonons on the electrical conductivity of carbon nanotubes

Physica E

Effects of Holstein phonons on the electrical conductivity of carbon nanotubes

Optical conductivity of carbon nanotubes

Optics Commun.

Optical conductivity of carbon nanotubes

Graphene susceptibility in Holstein model

J. Magn. Magn. Mater.

Graphene susceptibility in Holstein model

Gas adsorption effects on the electrical conductivity of semiconducting carbon nanotubes

Physica E

Gas adsorption effects on the electrical conductivity of semiconducting carbon nanotubes

Graphene as gas sensors

Commun. Theor. Phys.

Graphene as gas sensors

Nitrogen and boron doping effects on the electrical conductivity of graphene and nanotube

Solid State Sci.

Nitrogen and boron doping effects on the electrical conductivity of graphene and nanotube

Boron doping effects on graphene susceptibility

Physica E

Boron doping effects on graphene susceptibility

Electron-phonon interaction in carbon nanotubes

Mod. Phys. Lett. B

Electron-phonon interaction in carbon nanotubes

Doped graphene as a superconductor

Phys. Lett. A

Doped graphene as a superconductor

Effects of adsorbed gas on the electrical conductivity of metallic carbon nanotubes

Solid State Common.

Effects of adsorbed gas on the electrical conductivity of metallic carbon nanotubes

The impact of gas molecule adsorption on the orbital magnetic susceptibility of graphene

J. Magn. Magn. Mater.

The impact of gas molecule adsorption on the orbital magnetic susceptibility of graphene

On superconductivity state in pure graphene

Commun. Theor. Phys.

On superconductivity state in pure graphene

Investigation of non-magnetic impurity doping effect on the MgB2 superconductor critical temperature

J. Phys.: Condens. Matter

Investigation of non-magnetic impurity doping effect on the MgB2 superconductor critical temperature

The validity of Anderson's theorem for binary alloy s-wave superconductors in the Bardeen–Cooper-Schrieffer regime

Supercond. Sci. Technol.

The validity of Anderson's theorem for binary alloy s-wave superconductors in the Bardeen–Cooper-Schrieffer regime

Languages

Persian

English

Skills

Operating Systems

Linux, Windows.

Scientific Software

Mathematica, Gnuplot, Xfig.

Programming

FORTRAN 77.

Editorial Software

Latex, Microsoft Office.

Research Expertise

Theoretical Solid State Physics, Low Dimensional Systems, Disordered Superconductors, Massive Vector Field Quantization, Quantum Transport, Graphene, Nanoribbons, Nanotubes, DNA/RNA Systems, Superconductivity, Magnetic Properties, Thermal Conductivity, Electron-phonon Interaction, Tight-Binding Model, Green's Function Approach.

Academic Leadership

Thesis Supervision, Curriculum Development, Conference Organization, Peer Review, Manuscript Reviewing.

Teaching

Mathematical Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Solid State Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Computational Physics, Many-body Physics, Advanced Quantum Mechanics, Semiconductors, Superconductivity, Vibration and Waves, Basics Physics.

Interests

Research

Electronic properties of low dimensional systems.

References

Dr. Marek Grabowski

Department of Physics, University of Colorado, Email: mgarbows@uccs.edu

Dr. Abdolhamid Alizadeh

Faculty of Physics & Chemistry, Alzahra University, Email: a.alizadeh@alzahra.ac.ir

Projects

MSc Thesis Supervision: Effects of gas adsorption on the electrical conductivity of carbon nanotubes

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis investigating the impact of gas adsorption on the electrical conductivity of carbon nanotubes, analyzing material behavior under specific environmental conditions.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Magnetic field effects on the electronic properties of graphene nanoribbons

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis focused on the influence of magnetic fields on the electronic properties of graphene nanoribbons, contributing to spintronics research.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Electrical conductivity of few-layer graphene and hexagonal boron nitride sheets

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis analyzing the electrical conductivity of few-layer graphene and hexagonal boron nitride sheets, exploring their potential in advanced electronics.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Electronics properties of few-layer graphene nanoribbons

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis on the electronic properties of few-layer graphene nanoribbons, contributing to the understanding of their quantum mechanical behavior.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Thermal conductivity of graphene plane, graphene nanoribbons and nanotubes

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis investigating the thermal conductivity of various graphene structures, crucial for thermal management in nanotechnology.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Susceptibility and heat capacity of graphene nanoribbons in Harrison Model

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis using the Harrison Model to analyze the magnetic susceptibility and heat capacity of graphene nanoribbons, advancing theoretical understanding of their thermodynamic properties.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Investigation of thermal conductivity of bilayer graphene, boron nitride and beryllium oxide by Kubo formula

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis applying the Kubo formula to investigate the thermal conductivity of bilayer graphene, boron nitride, and beryllium oxide, offering insights into their heat transport mechanisms.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Investigation of states density and heat capacity of armchair nanoribbons by Green's function approach

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis utilizing the Green's function approach to investigate the density of states and heat capacity of armchair nanoribbons, deepening understanding of their electronic and thermodynamic properties.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Quantum transport in finite DNA strands with metallic armchair graphene nanoribbon leads

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis on quantum transport in finite DNA strands coupled with metallic armchair graphene nanoribbon leads, exploring bio-nanoelectronic interfaces.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Investigation of electronic properties of polymers in tight-binding model

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis investigating the electronic properties of polymers using the tight-binding model, crucial for organic electronics applications.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Investigating electronic properties of two-dimensional hexagonal lattices black phosphorus and blue phosphorus and comparing them with graphene in tight-binding model

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis comparing the electronic properties of black and blue phosphorus with graphene using the tight-binding model, advancing research in novel 2D materials.

MSc Thesis Supervision: Electronic properties of Ψ-graphene

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis on the electronic properties of Ψ-graphene, exploring novel graphene allotropes and their potential applications.

MSc Thesis Supervision: T-graphene nanotubes and nanoribbons

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Summary

Supervised a Master's thesis focused on the properties of T-graphene nanotubes and nanoribbons, contributing to the understanding of their structural and electronic behaviors.

PhD Thesis Supervision: Electronic properties of graphene and low-dimensional carbon materials

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Summary

Supervised a PhD thesis on the electronic properties of graphene and other low-dimensional carbon materials, driving fundamental research in advanced materials science.

PhD Thesis Supervision: Electronic properties of graphene and organic nanostructures

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Summary

Supervised a PhD thesis investigating the electronic properties of graphene and organic nanostructures, bridging inorganic and organic material physics.

PhD Thesis Supervision: Electron transport in low-dimensional systems

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Supervised a PhD thesis on electron transport phenomena in low-dimensional systems, contributing to fundamental understanding and potential applications in nanoelectronics.