Prof. Sauro Succi, Physics of Fluids, Best Researcher Award
Professor at Italian Institute of Technology, Italy
Dr. Sauro Succi, born in 1954, is an Italian senior research executive and principal investigator renowned for his contributions to computational physics. Holding a Ph.D. in Plasma Physics, he currently serves as a Senior Research Executive at the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT). Dr. Succi’s career spans decades, with expertise in mathematical modeling and simulations of complex systems, particularly in fluid dynamics and the interface of physics with material sciences and biology.
Author Metrics:
As a testament to his impact, Dr. Succi’s Google Scholar H-Index stands at 80, with over 35,000 citations. His comprehensive body of work and influence in the field are further emphasized by his,
Citations:
- Total citations: 35,132
- This represents the total number of times the researcher’s work has been cited by other researchers. It’s a measure of the impact and influence of their research in the academic community.
h-index:
- h-index: 80
- The h-index is a metric that attempts to measure both the productivity and impact of a researcher’s work. An h-index of 80 means that the researcher has published 80 papers, each of which has been cited at least 80 times.
i10-index:
- i10-index: 365
- The i10-index is a Google Scholar-specific metric that indicates how many of the researcher’s papers have been cited at least 10 times. In this case, the researcher has 365 papers that have been cited at least 10 times each.
Education:
Dr. Succi earned his Ph.D. in Plasma Physics from the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne in 1987. Prior to that, he completed a specialty degree in Applied Neutronics from the University of Bologna in 1980 and received his degree in Nuclear Engineering (cum laude) from the same university in 1979.
Research Focus:
Dr. Succi’s research encompasses a diverse range of topics within mathematical modeling and computer simulations. His primary focus lies in the intricate understanding of complex states of flowing matter, addressing issues in kinetic theory, non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, fluid dynamics, and the interplay between quantum and relativistic fluids.
Professional Journey:
With a rich professional journey, Dr. Succi has held key roles in academia and research institutions. Notably, he served as the Director of Research at Istituto Applicazioni Calcolo, CNR Roma (1995-2018) and has an extensive background as a research scientist and industry sector coordinator at the IBM European Center for Scientific and Engineering Computing, Roma (1986-95).
Honors & Awards:
Dr. Succi’s contributions have earned him several honors, including an appointment as Honorary Professor at University College London (2022). He is featured in the Stanford database of the top 2 percent scientists worldwide and received the European Research Council Advanced Grant for “Computational Design of Porous mesoscale MATerials” in 2017.
Publications Top Noted & Contributions:
Dr. Succi’s prolific career is marked by over 550 publications in international scientific journals, covering a broad spectrum of scientific domains. Additionally, he has authored books and edited lecture notes, establishing himself as a leading figure in the scientific community.
“The lattice Boltzmann equation: for fluid dynamics and beyond”
- Author: Sauro Succi
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Year: 2001
- Citations: 7130
“The lattice Boltzmann equation: theory and applications”
- Authors: R. Benzi, S. Succi, M. Vergassola
- Journal: Physics Reports 222 (3), 145-197
- Year: 1992
- Citations: 2441
“Extended self-similarity in turbulent flows”
- Authors: R. Benzi, S. Ciliberto, R. Tripiccione, C. Baudet, F. Massaioli, S. Succi
- Journal: Physical Review E 48 (1), R29
- Year: 1993
- Citations: 1313
“Lattice gas dynamics with enhanced collisions”
- Authors: F.J. Higuera, S. Succi, R. Benzi
- Journal: Europhysics Letters 9 (4), 345
- Year: 1989
- Citations: 1167
“MHD-limits to plasma confinement”
- Authors: F. Troyon, R. Gruber, H. Saurenmann, S. Semenzato, S. Succi
- Journal: Plasma Physics and Controlled Fusion 26 (1A), 209
Research Timeline:
Dr. Succi’s research journey has been characterized by a dynamic trajectory, including diverse roles, fellowships, and appointments. His work has received recognition through numerous awards, prizes, and invitations to present keynote and plenary talks at international conferences.