Dr. Laura Filion

Associate Professor

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Biography

Laura Filion is an Associate Professor at the Debye Institute for Nanomaterials Science at Utrecht University, where she specializes in Soft Condensed Matter. Her research focuses on self-organization and the processes that lead to diverse phenomena such as the structural colors seen in gem opals and the wings of Morpho butterflies. Her work emphasizes the significance of computer simulations in investigating self-assembly processes and understanding the interactions between various building blocks, including atoms, molecules, proteins, and colloidal particles. She has extensively studied defects in colloidal crystals, crystal nucleation, the relationship between structure and dynamics in supercooled liquids, and the self-assembly behavior of active colloids. Filion’s research group combines advanced computational techniques with machine learning algorithms to explore the complexities of soft matter systems. She aims to develop new materials that exhibit targeted properties to contribute to a sustainable future.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Utrecht University • Utrecht, Netherlands

Conducts research and teaches on soft condensed matter and self-assembly processes.

Requirements for Utrecht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Advanced knowledge of research methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of records
  • Motivation letter
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology