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Gregory B. Olson is the Walter P. Murphy Professor Emeritus in Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of processing-structure-property-performance relationships through an engineering framework. His research focuses on the science-based design of dynamic and multilevel structured systems involving new materials, which includes mechanistic models of phase transformations in alloy systems. Olson’s work applies kinetics-based constitutive relations to martensitic materials and involves numerical modeling to explore shape memory behaviors. He is renowned for his interdisciplinary collaborations, including quantum-mechanical investigations into the chemical basis of intergranular fracture resistance. Olson's design methodology has been extended to high-performance alloy steels, intermetallic composites, ceramics, polymers, and biomimetic concepts. His achievements have been recognized with numerous awards and positions in professional organizations, reflecting his influence in the field of materials science.
Northwestern University • Evanston, IL
Walter P. Murphy Professor Emeritus in Materials Science and Engineering.
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