Dr. Nicolas De la espriella, University of Córdoba, Colombia
Nicolás Antonio De La Espriella Vélez is a Colombian physicist and recognized peer reviewer by Minciencias, holding the category of Investigador Junior (IJ). He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Universidad Simón Bolívar, Venezuela, focusing on numerical studies of magnetic properties in mixed ferrimagnetic Ising models. With a Master’s and Specialization in Physical Sciences from Universidad Nacional de Colombia and a Bachelor’s in Mathematics and Physics from Universidad de Córdoba, he has dedicated his career to academia and research. As a professor at Universidad de Córdoba since 1997, he has held various administrative roles, including department head and dean. His research spans condensed matter physics, particularly thermomagnetic properties of spin systems. He has mentored numerous undergraduate and graduate students and has been recognized for his contributions to scientific reviewing by Elsevier.
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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Based on Nicolás Antonio De La Espriella Vélez’s extensive academic background, research contributions, and recognition in the field of physics, he appears to be a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His doctorate in physics, multiple research publications, and experience mentoring students in theoretical physics and magnetism demonstrate his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. Additionally, his recognitions from Elsevier and IJRULA further validate his contributions to research.
🎓 Education
- 🏅 Doctorate in Physics – Universidad Simón Bolívar, Venezuela (2006-2011)
Thesis: Numerical Study of Magnetic Properties of a Mixed Ferrimagnetic Ising Model with Spins S=3/2 and Q=5/2
- 📚 Master’s in Physical Sciences – Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá (1999)
Thesis: Effective Potential for the Valence Electron in Quasi-Monoatomic Systems
- 🎓 Specialization in Physical Sciences – Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Bogotá (1993)
Thesis: Curriculum Design for the Establishment of the Physics Program at Universidad de Córdoba
- 🏫 Bachelor’s in Mathematics and Physics – Universidad de Córdoba (1981)
Thesis: Teaching Practices in Mathematics and Physics
💼 Work Experience
- 📌 Universidad de Córdoba (1997 – Present)
- 🏛️ Dean of Center (2013 – Present)
- 📌 Head of Department (1998)
- 🎓 Assistant Professor (Since 1997)
- 📖 Undergraduate Course Instructor: Waves and Particles (Since 1997)
- 🔬 Research & Development:
- Calculation of Energies and Charge Densities for the Helium Atom (2004)
- 📌 Universidad del Sinú – Elías Bechara Zainum (2014 – Present)
- 📚 Professor (20 hours per week)
🏆 Achievements & Honors
- 🏅 Meritorious Thesis – Universidad de Córdoba (2015)
- 🏆 Outstanding Contribution in Reviewing – Elsevier (2017, 2018)
- 🎖️ Cedro del Líbano Award – Universidad del Sinú – Elías Bechara Zainum (2021)
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