Paris-Saclay University | France
Dr. Catherine Krafft is a distinguished plasma physicist and astrophysics researcher recognized for her extensive contributions to the understanding of wave–particle interactions, electromagnetic emissions, and turbulence phenomena in solar wind plasmas. With an h-index of 17, over 108 published documents, and more than 1,039 citations, she has established herself as a leading figure in space plasma research. She earned her advanced education in physics with specialization in plasma theory and astrophysical plasmas, followed by research experience at prominent French institutions including the Institut Universitaire de France. Krafft’s work spans beam-driven Langmuir turbulence, upper-hybrid waves, harmonic electromagnetic emissions, particle diffusion, and the role of density fluctuations in solar environments. She has authored influential studies in top-tier journals such as Nature Astronomy, The Astrophysical Journal, and Astronomy & Astrophysics, contributing to major advancements in the understanding of solar radio sources and nonlinear plasma processes. Her collaborations with international experts have deepened insights into turbulence mechanisms and solar wind microphysics. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for scientific excellence through invitations, collaborations, and impactful publications that significantly influence plasma astrophysics. Catherine Krafft continues to advance the field through innovative theoretical and computational investigations into wave dynamics in space plasmas.
Featured Publications
Krafft, C., Volokitin, A. S., Polanco-Rodríguez, F. J., & Savoini, P. (2025). Radiation efficiency of electromagnetic wave modes from beam-generated solar radio sources. Nature Astronomy.
Polanco-Rodríguez, F. J., Krafft, C., & Savoini, P. (2025). Polarization ratios of turbulent Langmuir/Z-mode waves generated by electron beams in magnetized solar wind plasmas. The Astrophysical Journal Letters.
Polanco-Rodríguez, F. J., Krafft, C., & Savoini, P. (2025). Decay of turbulent upper-hybrid waves in weakly magnetized solar wind plasmas. The Astrophysical Journal Letters.
Krafft, C., Savoini, P., & Polanco-Rodríguez, F. J. (2024). Mechanisms of fundamental electromagnetic wave radiation in the solar wind. The Astrophysical Journal Letters.
Krafft, C., & Savoini, P. (2024). Electrostatic wave decay in randomly inhomogeneous solar wind. The Astrophysical Journal Letters.