Akinwumi Akinpelu

R&D Scientist

Akin is a scientist at Ambature, Inc., where he works with the science team on computational modeling of superconducting materials and thin-film heterostructures. His work spans theoretical and computational approaches to understanding complex material behavior, supporting ongoing efforts in materials discovery, analysis, and device-oriented research.

Akin obtained his PhD in Engineering Physics from the University of Saskatchewan, where his doctoral research centered on the application of first-principles and many-body simulations of condensed-matter systems. His work involved density functional theory, bonding topology, electronic, phonon, and electron–phonon calculations, as well as correlated-electron modeling applied to complex materials under ambient and extreme conditions. He has experience with large-scale high-performance computing workflows and has contributed to peer-reviewed publications in computational materials physics.

Outside of research, Akin enjoys learning across disciplines, mentoring students, and playing chess.