Prof. Livia Eleonora Bove | Chemical physics | Best Researcher Award
research director at CNRS Paris & Università La Sapienza Roma, France
Dr. Livia E. Bove is a distinguished physicist specializing in condensed matter physics. She has made significant contributions to the study of molecular systems under extreme conditions, particularly in neutron scattering and high-pressure physics. As a Directeur de Recherche (DR) at CNRS and an Associate Scientist at EPFL, she has held prominent academic and research positions in France, Switzerland, and Italy. Her career spans over two decades, marked by extensive research collaborations, leadership in funded projects, and a strong commitment to academic mentorship.
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Education:
Dr. Bove earned her PhD in Physics from Perugia University in 2001, focusing on the dynamical properties of liquid metals. Prior to that, she obtained her Laurea in Physics in 1998 with summa cum laude honors. In 2015, she received the Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches from Sorbonne University, demonstrating her expertise and ability to lead independent research in physics.
Experience:
Dr. Bove has held several key academic and research positions. Since 2022, she has been an Associate Scientist at the Laboratory for Quantum Magnetism (LQM) at EPFL. Before that, she was a Chargé de Recherche at CNRS and a Tenure Track researcher at ILL, Grenoble. Her career has been dedicated to exploring neutron scattering techniques and their applications in studying complex physical systems, leading to her appointment as Associate Professor at Sapienza University in 2018.
Research Interests:
Her research focuses on the behavior of molecular systems under extreme conditions, particularly using neutron scattering techniques. She has contributed significantly to understanding hydrates, clathrates, and other complex systems relevant to planetary sciences and condensed matter physics. She is also engaged in interdisciplinary research exploring the intersections of physics, chemistry, and geophysics.
Awards:
Dr. Bove has been recognized for her contributions to physics through several awards and fellowships. She received the CNRS Excellence Research Prize in 2015, the Angelo Della Riccia International Fellowship in 2002, and the INFM Young Researcher Prize in 2000. Her early academic achievements were also acknowledged by the Italian Neutron Scattering Society Laurea Prize in 1998.
Selected Publications:
Bove, L.E., et al. (2022). “Hydrogen-Bond Dynamics in High-Pressure Ices.” Nature Communications, cited by 45 articles.
Bove, L.E., et al. (2020). “Neutron Scattering Insights into Hydrates and Clathrates.” Physical Review Letters, cited by 38 articles.
Bove, L.E., et al. (2018). “Molecular Diffusion in Ice Under Extreme Conditions.” PNAS, cited by 52 articles.
Bove, L.E., et al. (2016). “High-Pressure Physics of Water and Ice.” Chemical Reviews, cited by 67 articles.
Bove, L.E., et al. (2014). “Dynamics of Confinement in Water Systems.” Journal of Physical Chemistry B, cited by 43 articles.
Bove, L.E., et al. (2012). “Quantum Effects in Hydrogen-Bonded Systems.” Nature Materials, cited by 60 articles.
Bove, L.E., et al. (2010). “Neutron Scattering Study of Supercooled Liquids.” Journal of Chemical Physics, cited by 50 articles.
Conclusion:
Dr. Livia E. Bove is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her prolific contributions to condensed matter physics, leadership in international research, and dedication to mentorship make her a deserving recipient of this prestigious honor.