Improved understanding of the behavior of electrons in plasmas
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 - 08:40
in Physics & Chemistry
Plasmas are strongly associated with thermonuclear reactions inside stars such as the sun, but in modern society, plasmas have found application in lithographic processes and decontamination techniques. High-temperature plasmas, like those in the sun, can be quite energy-inefficient for chemical applications and degrade materials in processes. One way to address such issues is to manipulate plasmas in a low-temperature environment. Ph.D. candidate Bart Platier has developed a new plasma-based production technique using low-temperature and atmospheric pressure plasmas for illumination diffusers, which are used in lighting technologies to improve the distribution of light. Platier defends his Ph.D. thesis on June 26th.