Dr. David Dunand

Biography

David Dunand is a Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University. He earned his Ph.D. in Metallurgy from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Materials Engineering from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. His research interests include physical and mechanical metallurgy, emphasizing multiphase metallic materials, metallic alloys, composites, and foams. He focuses on measuring and modeling mechanical properties related to microstructure, with a strong emphasis on additive manufacturing techniques such as ink extrusion combined with sintering and selective laser melting. Additionally, he aims for sustainable manufacturing in metals, utilizing advanced techniques like neutron and synchrotron X-ray radiation to study strains and phase composition in real-time conditions. His significant contributions to the field have been recognized through accolades such as Fellow of the Minerals, Metals, and Materials Society and the Distinguished Scientist/Engineering Award from the same organization. He has also played pivotal roles in professional services, including co-founding NanoAI, LLC, and serving as co-director of the Initiative for Sustainability and Energy at Northwestern. Throughout his career, Dunand's passion for education and research has earned him recognition as a distinguished professor and mentor.

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