Senior Researcher at Institute for Problems in Materials Science, Ukraine
Dr. Dora Zakarian, a distinguished theorist in solid-state physics, has been contributing to material science since 1980 at the Institute for Problems in Materials Science (IPMS), Ukrainian National Academy of Science, Kyiv, Ukraine. With a doctorate in Physical and Mathematical Sciences, she is renowned for her innovative “a priori pseudopotential” method and groundbreaking studies on the mechanical properties of advanced materials.
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Education 🎓
Dr. Zakarian holds a Doctorate in Physical and Mathematical Sciences, specializing in solid-state physics. Her academic background is rooted in rigorous theoretical approaches, emphasizing quantum mechanics and material modeling.
Professional Experience 💼
Dr. Zakarian’s career spans over four decades at IPMS, where she has conducted theoretical studies of mechanical properties in diverse materials. She developed the “a priori pseudopotential” method, which has led to significant advancements in understanding materials like metals, carbides, borides, and eutectic composites. Her work has influenced fields such as nanotechnology and high-entropy alloys, resulting in dozens of foundational methodologies.
Research Interests 🔬
Dr. Zakarian’s research is centered on computational materials science, particularly:
- Mechanical properties of composite materials under varying conditions.
- Thermodynamic modeling of binary systems and eutectics.
- Pioneering methods to account for size factors, anharmonic effects, and intercomponent interactions in composite materials.
- Young’s modulus and other critical properties of advanced materials.
Awards and Recognitions 🏆
Dr. Zakarian has actively contributed to international research through:
- U.S. Navy Grant (2007-2009) – Simulation of ceramic composites in LaB₆-MeB₂ systems.
- U.S. Air Force Grant (2012-2014) – Modeling of boride ceramic composites.
- NATO Project Grant (2016-2023) – Development of shock-resistant boron-based ceramics, integrating production and testing.
Her groundbreaking contributions have been recognized globally, with applications in defense and aerospace industries.
Key Publications 📚
Dr. Zakarian has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles. Key works include:
Universal temperature dependence of Young’s modulus
Calculation of composition in LaB6–TiB2 and LaB6–ZrB2 eutectics by means of pseudopotential method
Pseudopotential method for calculating the eutectic temperature and concentration of the components of the B4C–TiB2, TiB2–SiC, and B4C–SiC systems
Ab-initio calculation of the coefficients of thermal expansion for MeB2 (Me–Ti, Zr) and LaB6 borides and LaB6–MeB2 eutectic composites
Quasi-harmonic approximation model in the theory of pseudopotentials
Расчет теоретической прочности алмазоподобных материалов, исходя из энергии взаимодействия атомных плоскостей
Mechanical characteristics of quasibinary eutectic composites with regard for the influence of an intercomponent interaction of the interface
Theoretical Strength of Borides and Quasibinary Boride Eutectics at High Temperatures
Наночастицы с алмазоподобной структурой и обратный закон Холла–Петча
Temperature dependence of the hardness of materials with a metallic, covalent-metallic bonds
For a complete list of publications, please refer to the accompanying document.
Conclusion 🌟
Dr. Dora Zakarian’s contributions to theoretical solid-state physics and materials science are pivotal in advancing our understanding of composite materials. Her innovations in computational methods and models have reshaped the study of mechanical and thermodynamic properties of advanced materials, making her a prominent figure in her field