Research Projects

Research Projects

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RESEARCH OVERVIEW
Computational Condensed Matter Physics and Material Physics
The Computational Condensed Matter Physics and Material Physics Research Group conducts research on the electronic, mechanical, and tribological properties of materials using computational methods.

The group uses a broad range of computational techniques, including ab initio calculations, molecular dynamics simulations, and machine learning applications in condensed matter physics.

For further information about the research activities of the group, please visit the Erbahar Lab webpage:
https://www.erbaharlab.com/
ONGOING RESEARCH PROJECTS
TÜBİTAK 1001 Project
Prof. Doğan Erbahar is running a TÜBİTAK 1001 project on the tribological properties of twisted bilayer systems.

The project focuses on understanding the physical properties of layered materials by using computational methods and simulations.
COST Action CA21126 – NanoSpace
Prof. Doğan Erbahar is currently the leader of Working Group 1 of COST Action CA21126 – Carbon Molecular Nanostructures in Space (NanoSpace).

This international research activity focuses on carbon molecular nanostructures and their role in space-related scientific studies.
RESEARCH TOPICS
  • Computational condensed matter physics
  • Material physics
  • Ab initio calculations
  • Molecular dynamics simulations
  • Machine learning applications in condensed matter physics
  • Electronic and mechanical properties of materials
  • Tribological properties of twisted bilayer systems
  • Carbon molecular nanostructures
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