About Me

My research focuses on high-pressure mineral physics, investigating the behavior of materials relevant to Earth and planetary interiors under extreme conditions. I use static compression experiments with diamond anvil cells and dynamic compression using laser-driven and gas-gun techniques to access a broad range of pressure–temperature conditions, enabling the study of both equilibrium and shock-induced states. In parallel, I perform first-principles density functional theory (DFT) calculations to complement experimental results and provide atomistic insight into phase behavior. I investigate phase transitions, equations of state, thermoelastic properties, and transport phenomena, with particular emphasis on structural evolution under compression and its impact on macroscopic physical properties. By integrating experimental and computational approaches, I aim to develop a comprehensive understanding of phase stability and material behavior in deep Earth and planetary interiors.