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About

Behnoosh's research focuses on the study of surface phenomena, with a specific focus on synthesizing, characterizing, and investigating the tribological behavior of thin films and two-dimensional (2D) materials. Her work extends to scrutinizing material mechanics across various scales, and she specializes in comprehending nanoscale forces to pioneer innovative and practical materials for applications in tribology, environmental, and biomedical engineering, within the multidisciplinary realm of science and engineering.

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In her Ph.D. research, she investigated the atomic-scale friction behavior of 2D materials like graphene in non-polar solvents. These materials possess the potential to function as additives for efficient liquid-based lubrication, contributing to environmental conservation by reducing fuel consumption.

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During her Postdoctoral research, Behnoosh is dedicated to creatively synthesizing graphene nanostructures through rapid thermal annealing of ultrathin amorphous carbon (a-C) films made via Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD). These a-C films, known for their exceptional thermal stability and tribological properties, hold potential for applications in nanotechnology as protective overcoats for electronic devices.