Dr. Kurt Becker

Biography

Kurt Becker is a Professor Emeritus at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, where he has made significant contributions in the fields of atomic, molecular, chemical, and plasma physics. His research focuses on experimental and theoretical studies of electron-driven processes and plasmas. Specifically, he has pioneered the understanding of ionization cross sections for atoms and molecules, which is critical for grasping charge carrier formation in plasmas. He is particularly known for his work on microplasmas, which are generated at sustained atmospheric pressure, and has explored their stability and applications in developing new plasma technologies. Dr. Becker joined the Polytechnic Institute of NYU in 2007 and previously served as the associate director of the Center for Environmental Systems at Stevens Institute of Technology. He has published over 200 articles in refereed journals, presented 375 conference abstracts, and holds seven patents related to the stabilization of atmospheric pressure plasmas. He is recognized as a Fellow of the American Physical Society and has received numerous accolades, including the Dr. Eduard-Martin Prize for Excellence in Research. Furthermore, he has served on the editorial boards of various journals and has been an invited speaker at national and international conferences.

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