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Jan Lagerwall
University of Luxembourg
Professor
Description
Prof Jan Lagerwall is a professor of physics at the University of Luxembourg. His research focuses on soft matter physics, chemistry, and materials science, connecting liquid crystals with many other fields, from fibre spinning and fluid mechanics to art, architecture, robotics, and security. His motivation ranges from the scientific beauty to the diverse application opportunities arising through cross-fertilization with other disciplines. Jan is coordinating the ERC Synergy Grant project ALCEMIST (alcemist.eu) and previously led one ERC Consolidator Grant and two Proof of Concept projects. He also serves as Luxembourg’s Ambassador for the ERC, advocating for frontier research and engaging with research communities to promote the understanding, defence, and celebration of its value. Before his current position, Jan held group leader roles at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (Germany) and Seoul National University (Korea). He is actively working to bring the fruits of his group’s academic research to use for society and industry through a multitude of collaborations and the foundation of spin-off companies.
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