Consider mixed shape colloids (eg spheres and rods) of different softness. A starting point can be grafted particles, by varying grafting density. Also, same shape, different size. Finally, replace matrix (molecular or viscoelastic material). Focus on nonlinear shear and uniaxial extensional rheology. A 3D mapping diagram of molecular parameters vs rheological state is targeted. Subsequently, important effects such as thixotropy, Payne effect and instabilities will be investigated. A connection to structure will be attempted. Interpretation using simulations (via collaboration) is also planned.
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Interested candidates who meet the aforementioned requirements are kindly asked to submit their applications to the address (hr@iesl.forth.gr [6]), with cc to the P.I., Prof. D. Vlassopoulos (dvlasso@iesl.forth.gr [7]).
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[4] https://www.iesl.forth.gr/sites/default/files/positions/9%CE%A10%CE%91469%CE%97%CE%9A%CE%A5-0%CE%A3%CE%91.pdf
[5] https://www.iesl.forth.gr/sites/default/files/positions/6%CE%94%CE%91%CE%94469%CE%97%CE%9A%CE%A5-%CE%A8%CE%A3%CE%9A.pdf
[6] mailto:hr@iesl.forth.gr
[7] mailto:dvlasso@iesl.forth.gr