We are proud to celebrate Dr. Shashank Saxena, recipient of the SWICCOMAS Prize 2026 for his exceptional doctoral research in atomistic computational methods and engineering sciences. This prestigious award recognizes the originality, depth, and impact of his work at the intersection of atomistic modeling and materials engineering.
On 22 October 2025, Li Zheng successfully defended her doctoral thesis titled “Data‑driven modeling and generative design of architected materials.” Her work marks an important contribution to the rapidly evolving intersection of computational engineering, mechanics of materials, and machine learning.
We are happy to announce that Shashank defended his thesis “A Finite-temperature Atomistic Framework for Mass Transport in Metallic Alloys” on October 3, 2025.