Prof. Jakub Siegel | metal nanoparticles | Best Researcher Award

Department of Solid State Engineering, VŠCHT Praha, Czech Republic

Prof. Jakub Siegel, M.Sc., Ph.D., is a distinguished materials scientist born in 1981 in Brno, Czech Republic. He specializes in materials engineering with a strong focus on nanotechnology and polymer modifications. After earning his M.Sc. (2006) and Ph.D. (2010) from the University of Chemistry and Technology (UCT) Prague, he rapidly ascended in academia, becoming an Associate Professor in 2014 and Full Professor in 2023. His research explores ion, plasma, and laser beam modifications of polymers, metal nanostructures, and their biomedical and environmental applications. With over 110 publications and a citation count surpassing 2,400, he is recognized internationally for his contributions. His innovative approaches to noble metal nanoparticles and opto-mechanical processing techniques have influenced both academic and industrial applications. Prof. Siegel also plays a key role in mentoring students and leading cutting-edge projects, making significant strides in material science and nanotechnology.

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🎓 Education 

Prof. Jakub Siegel pursued his academic journey at the University of Chemistry and Technology (UCT) Prague, where he earned his M.Sc. in 2006, specializing in Material Engineering. His keen interest in nanomaterials and polymer modifications led him to complete his Ph.D. in 2010 at the same institution. His doctoral research focused on the advanced manipulation of polymer surfaces using ion, plasma, and laser techniques.

Driven by his passion for materials science, he continued his academic progression, achieving the title of Associate Professor in 2014 and Full Professor in 2023 at UCT Prague, specializing in Materials Engineering. Throughout his academic career, he has been involved in pioneering research on noble metal nanostructures and their functional applications. His strong foundation in quantum mechanics and nanomaterials has also made him a sought-after educator, actively engaging in the supervision of student theses and laboratory work.

💼 Professional Experience 

Prof. Siegel has accumulated vast research and teaching experience. In 2008, he spent four months at J. Kepler University in Linz, Austria, as a scientific researcher under Prof. Dr. J. Heitz. From 2008 to 2014, he worked as a junior scientist at UCT Prague before transitioning to his current role as a senior scientist.

Throughout his career, he has led multiple projects focused on ion, plasma, and laser beam modifications of polymers, the formation of metal nanostructures, and their applications in biomedicine and optoelectronics. He has been instrumental in pioneering unconventional synthesis techniques for noble metal nanoparticles. His research findings have led to over 110 scientific publications, 16 book chapters, and numerous international conference contributions. Besides research, Prof. Siegel is deeply committed to education, lecturing on quantum mechanics and nanomaterials, supervising students at all levels, and conducting laboratory sessions in materials chemistry and biomaterials for medical applications.

🔍 Research Focus

Prof. Siegel’s research centers on the advanced modification of polymers and the formation of metal nanostructures using ion, plasma, and laser beam techniques. His work explores the effects of structural, surface, chemical, and physical modifications of polymers, leading to innovative applications in biomedicine, electronics, and optoelectronics.

He specializes in unconventional synthesis methods for noble metal nanoparticles, testing their bactericidal and biocompatible properties, and assessing their environmental impact. His research on opto-mechanical processing of nanoparticles has contributed to the development of laser-induced forward transfer (LIFT) technology for precision material deposition. Additionally, his work on thermal treatment and laser irradiation of metal nanostructures has influenced surface engineering and nanophotonics.

Publications

• “Ion Beam Modification of Polymer Surfaces for Biomedical Applications” (2023)
• “Laser-Induced Forward Transfer: A Novel Approach for Nanoparticle Deposition” (2022)
• “Unconventional Synthesis Techniques for Noble Metal Nanoparticles” (2021)
• “Bactericidal Properties of Metal Nanostructures: A Comparative Study” (2020)
• “Surface Engineering of Polymers Using Plasma and Ion Beams” (2019)
• “Nanoparticle Manipulation via Opto-Mechanical Processing” (2018)
• “Environmental Impacts of Noble Metal Nanoparticles” (2017)
• “Characterization of Metal Nanostructures on Solid Substrates” (2016)
• “Formation of Metal Clusters Induced by Thermal Treatment” (2015)
• “Advanced Applications of Noble Metal Nanoparticles in Biomedicine” (201

Conclusion

The candidate is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award, given their exceptional contributions to metal nanoparticles research, strong publication record, and leadership in materials science. Expanding international collaborations and industry applications could further elevate their research influence.