Prof. Sir Richard Friend: Working at the University of Cambridge, Friend has been a leading figure in organic semiconductor research. His groundbreaking work on organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) has paved the way for their widespread commercial use in display technology.
Prof. Jean-Luc Brédas: Based at the Georgia Institute of Technology, Brédas is renowned for his theoretical insights into the electronic and optical properties of conjugated organic materials, which are foundational for organic electronics.
Prof. John Rogers: Operating out of Northwestern University, Rogers focuses on bio-integrated and stretchable electronics, using organic materials to develop medical devices, sensors, and other innovative applications.
Prof. Karl Leo: At Technische Universität Dresden, Leo’s research on organic semiconductors, particularly in organic photovoltaics and OLEDs, has contributed significantly to the commercial viability of organic electronic devices.
Dr. Antonio Facchetti: Working with Polyera Corporation and Northwestern University, Facchetti’s contributions to the synthesis and understanding of new organic semiconducting materials have influenced the development of organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and other devices.
Prof. Yang Yang: At UCLA, Yang’s focus on organic photovoltaic devices, especially in enhancing their efficiency and lifespan, offers promise for sustainable, flexible solar energy solutions.
Prof. Sirringhaus Henning: Operating out of the University of Cambridge, Sirringhaus has been instrumental in advancing the science behind organic thin-film transistors, pushing the boundaries of printability and performance of organic electronic circuits.
Prof. Alan Heeger: A Nobel laureate based at UC Santa Barbara, Heeger’s foundational work on conducting polymers has provided a platform for the development of numerous organic electronic devices.
Prof. Tobin Marks: Working at Northwestern University, Marks’ interdisciplinary approach spans the design and understanding of new organic, inorganic, and hybrid materials for electronic, energy, and photonic applications.
Prof. Natalie Stingelin: At the Georgia Institute of Technology, Stingelin’s research on organic functional materials, including their structural and electronic properties, provides insights crucial for the next generation of organic electronic devices.
