Jens Kreisel
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Jens Kreisel (born 1969) is a German physicist and academic administrator. He currently serves as the rector of the University of Luxembourg]], a position he has held since 1 January 2023. His research focuses on the structural and physical properties of functional materials, particularly through optical spectroscopy. He is internationally recognised for his scientific contributions and leadership in interdisciplinary research.
On 1 January 2023, Kreisel assumed the role of rector of the University of Luxembourg.[1]
In May 2025, the University of Luxembourg joined The Guild of European Research‑Intensive Universities. Kreisel described this as "a central element of our international strategy."[2]
He has also spoken publicly about AI, digital transformation, and sustainability in an interviews with Luxinnovation.[3]
Early life and education
Kreisel studied physics and materials science in Karlsruhe, Lyon, and Grenoble. In 1999, he obtained a PhD in materials physics from the Grenoble Institute of Technology (Grenoble INP). He later completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom.
Career
From 2006 to 2011, Kreisel served as advisor to the President and later as Deputy Vice-President for International Relations at Grenoble INP. During a sabbatical year in 2011–2012, he was a Fellow at the Institute of Advanced Studies at the University of Warwick.
In 2012, Kreisel moved to Luxembourg to become the founding director of the Materials Research and Technology Department at the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST). In 2013, he was awarded the PEARL Chair by the Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR), receiving a €5 million grant to support his research.
In 2018, he was appointed Vice-Rector for Research at the University of Luxembourg, where he also became Full Professor in Physics and Materials science. He played a key role in developing the University's strategic framework and Four-Year Plan and founded the Institute of Advanced Studies to promote interdisciplinary research.
On 1 January 2023, Kreisel assumed the role of rector of the University of Luxembourg. In this capacity, he advocates for high-quality research, education, and engagement with society.
Research and publications
Kreisel's research focuses on functional materials, with a specialisation in optical spectroscopy. He has authored over 150 peer-reviewed scientific publications.1 His work bridges fundamental research and practical applications, contributing significantly to the fields of condensed matter physics and materials science.
Selected honours and awards
- PEARL Chair, Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR), 20132
- Fellowship, Institute of Advanced Studies, University of Warwick, 2011–20123
Personal life
Kreisel was born in 1969. He has lived and worked in several countries including Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and Luxembourg.
Publications
Kreisel, Jens; Weber, Mads C.; Guennou, Mael; Evans, Donald M.; Toulouse, Constance; Simonov, Arkadiy; Kholina, Yevheniia; Ma, Xiaoxuan; Ren, Wei; Cao, Shixun; Carpenter, Michael A.; Dkhil, Brahim; Fiebig, Manfred (21 January 2022). "Emerging spin–phonon coupling through cross-talk of two magnetic sublattices". Nature Communications. 13 (13): Article number: 443 (2022). Bibcode:2022NatCo..13..443W. doi:10.1038/s41467-021-27267-8. PMC 8783005 Check |pmc= value (help). PMID 35064133 Check |pmid= value (help). Unknown parameter |article-number= ignored (help)
References
- ↑ "University a 'talent factory' for Luxembourg, says rector". Luxemburger Wort. 17 September 2023.
- ↑ "University of Luxembourg joins prestigious European network". University World News. 28 May 2025.
- ↑ "AI – trend or transformation? Insights from Jens Kreisel". Luxinnovation. 30 January 2025.
External links
- University of Luxembourg – Jens Kreisel
- ORBilu – List of publications
- Jens Kreisel – Nature author page
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