Dr. Angela Belcher: A professor at MIT, Belcher merges biology and engineering to design novel materials at the nanoscale. Her work involves using viruses to assemble electronic and magnetic materials, making significant strides in energy and medical applications.
Prof. Sir Andre Geim: Co-discoverer of graphene at the University of Manchester, Geim’s groundbreaking work on this two-dimensional material has led to revolutionary advancements in electronics, energy, and more.
Prof. Sir Konstantin Novoselov: Collaborating with Geim on the discovery of graphene, Novoselov continues to explore the properties of this remarkable material, pushing boundaries in wearable technology, energy storage, and electronic devices.
Dr. Jennifer A. Lewis: At Harvard, Lewis pioneers in the development of 3D-printed functional and biological materials. Her innovative techniques have applications ranging from tissue engineering to flexible electronics.
Dr. Joanna Aizenberg: Also from Harvard, Aizenberg studies biomineralization and biomimetics, developing materials that mimic natural structures, like self-cleaning surfaces and adaptive materials.
Prof. C. N. R. Rao: Based in India, Rao’s extensive work in the field of materials chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of novel materials like two-dimensional materials beyond graphene, has earned him global recognition.
Prof. Polina Anikeeva: At MIT, Anikeeva’s research focuses on developing flexible electronic materials to interface with the nervous system, merging materials science with neuroscience for potential medical breakthroughs.
Dr. Zhenan Bao: Operating out of Stanford University, Bao is renowned for her work in developing skin-like, flexible electronic materials. Her advancements are instrumental in shaping the future of wearables and medical devices.
Prof. Chad Mirkin: At Northwestern University, Mirkin is a pioneer in the field of nanoscience, particularly in the design of nanoparticle-based materials with applications in medicine, energy, and electronics.
Prof. Teri W. Odom: Also from Northwestern, Odom’s work in nanotechnology focuses on structuring materials at the nanoscale, with implications for photonics, electronics, and medical diagnostics.
