Stéphane Kenmoe Elected American Physical Society Fellow
The physicist was honored for his computational materials research and his dedication to science outreach programs.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Materials Science
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The American Physical Society has elected Stéphane Kenmoe as a Fellow in recognition of his advancements in computational materials science and his commitment to physics education. This prestigious designation is limited to just 0.5 percent of the society’s members each year.
Why it matters
The election highlights Kenmoe’s influential work in investigating metal oxides as cost-effective alternatives for catalyst materials and his significant efforts to train the next generation of researchers.
The American Physical Society strictly limits new Fellow elections to 0.5 percent of members annually. More than 400 researchers have participated in the CASESMA training program founded by Kenmoe.
The players
Stéphane Kenmoe
A physicist at the University of Duisburg-Essen who leads the Condensed Matter Chemistry and Physics research group.
American Physical Society
A non-profit professional organization that promotes the advancement of physics through research and education.
The details
Kenmoe, who conducts research at the University of Duisburg-Essen, utilizes computer simulations to analyze water molecule interactions at the atomic level. Beyond his technical research, he also co-wrote the screenplay for the film Seeds of Science.
Timeline
Stéphane Kenmoe founded the CASESMA program in 2018.
The American Physical Society elected Kenmoe as a Fellow in October 2026.
The Big Picture
Kenmoe's induction follows the rigorous selection standards established by the American Physical Society Fellow election criteria. This recognition underscores the increasing importance of computational simulation in modern materials science.
Kenmoe's work on metal oxides could lead to more affordable catalysts, potentially lowering production costs for industrial chemical processes. His commitment to education through the CASESMA program helps expand access to advanced physics training for global researchers.
The takeaway
This honor reflects the growing necessity of integrating computational atom-level simulations with tangible industrial applications like catalysis. It serves as a reminder of how academic researchers can bridge the gap between complex theoretical physics and community-based educational outreach.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Informationdienst Wissenschaft e.V. - idw.
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