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PostDoc Position Available

Ortiz Laboratory at MIT

Professor Christine Ortiz, Department of Materials Science and Engineering , Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, USA

To apply for this position; send cover letter including date available to start, CV, full list of publications, and the names of three references to: cortiz@mit.edu

 

 Topic: Materials Design and Biomechanics of Natural Armor 

We can learn much from biological organisms that have evolved over millions of years a veritable encyclopedia of environmentally-friendly engineering designs for protection against specific predatory and environmental threats, including; kinetic impacts, dynamic penetration, blast, heat and thermal fluctuations, fire, and biochemical toxins. The goal of the proposed research program is to create a comprehensive knowledge base of natural armor design principles linked to their corresponding threats.  The proposed research approach will consider the entire multiscale armor system as a whole within the context of the known environmental threats; including nanostructural design and mechanical properties, multilayered structure, and larger length scale biomechanical mobility. This research will involve participation in four research subprojects; natural flexible armor, natural transparent armor, natural armor for kinetic and thermal protection, and natural armor for blast and toxin resistance. Model systems include such unique materials as molluscs from deep sea hydrothermal vents, echinoderms, beetles, pteropods, etc. Experience with experimental aspects of nanomechanics (e.g. instrumented nanoindentation, atomic force microscopy, etc.) and computational modeling (finite element analysis) is desirable for this position. The appropriate candidate will be expected to collaborate with and mentor a team of graduate students.

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