About the Portela Group
Our group is interested in designing, fabricating, and testing novel types of materials from the nanoscale to the macro-scale. We strive to produce our own materials via advanced nano-to-macro fabrication processes, predict their response using numerical models, and test them using pioneering techniques.
Committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Shared values are at the core of our group. Each of us comes from a unique background and we enjoy sharing, understanding, and appreciating different perspectives. Diversity is extremely valued, and we work as a team towards common objectives. Everyone is welcome and valued in our group (regardless of race, ethnicity, ability, gender, origin, religion, sexual orientation, or skin color), and everyone can contribute to our enjoyable & respectful work and social atmosphere. Contact us and see for yourself!
Meet the Team!
We are a diverse team of scientists, researchers, and students interested in topics ranging from theory, to computation, to experiments of materials and structures.
Updates and Announcements
Research Highlights
Dr. James Surjadi joins the group
Dr. James Surjadi joined the Portela Group as a Postdoctoral Associate.
Dr. Molly Carton joins the group
Dr. Molly Carton joined the Portela Group as a Postdoctoral Associate.
Portela groups adds 3 new grad students
The Portela group is happy to welcome Michael, Sam and Andrew to the group.