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Materials for the Future

14 August 2023
10.00am – 11.00am AEST
Webster Theatre A, Webster Theatres, UNSW Sydney
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Professor Sir Kostya Novoselov's groundbreaking discovery of isolating graphene at The University of Manchester in 2004 earned him the Nobel Prize for Physics in 2010. With expertise in condensed matter physics, mesoscopic physics, and nanotechnology, he has become a leading authority in the field.

During this captivating lecture, Professor Novoselov will delve into the fascinating world of 2D materials and their growing significance in research, development, and real-world applications. These relatively recent materials have already made significant impacts, with a plethora of exciting phenomena being unveiled on a regular basis.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the cutting-edge research and developments spearheaded by Professor Novoselov.

 

Speaker:

Professor Sir Konstantin ‘Kostya’ Novoselov FRS is a Russian-British Physicist. He is best known for isolating graphene at The University of Manchester in 2004, and is an expert in condensed matter physics, mesoscopic physics and nanotechnology. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics in 2010 for his achievements with graphene. Kostya is Langworthy Professor of Physics and Royal Society Research Professor at The University of Manchester.