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  5. Nanotechnology Strategies for the Assembly of Nanohybrid Systems and Devices

Nanotechnology Strategies for the Assembly of Nanohybrid Systems and Devices

Research Group: Chemistry
Number of Students: 1
Length of Study in Years: 4 years
Full-time Project: yes

Funding

  • Funding is provided via the China Scholarship Council.  

    • Available to Chinese applicants only.
    • Applicant required to start in September 2025.
    • The studentship arrangement will cover overseas tuition fees for the duration of the studentship.

Project Description

Low-dimensional materials (0D, 1D, and 2D nanomaterials) and their heterostructures  have a range of physicochemical properties that make them excellent candidates for scalable technologies in the fields of optoelectronics, (bio)sensing, and energy. In this context, nanofabrication techniques and self-assembly strategies can allow us to control the organization, on surfaces, of nanostructures of interest for optoelectronic and sensing applications.

We are looking for a PhD candidate with, or expecting to be awarded, a degree in Chemistry, Physics, Engineering or Materials Science, preferably with previous knowledge in functional. materials . In this project the researcher will be working in the group of Prof. Matteo Palma (https://research.sbcs.qmul.ac.uk/m.palma/) to explore the employment of molecular linkers as templates and functional moieties to develop strategies for the assembly of 2D and 1D nanomaterials into static and dynamic nanohybrid systems and devices. Novel device functionality will be achieved by interfacing complex molecules and nanostructures. where the junction moieties will be acting as functional building blocks in our nanoelectronic devices. We will provide a personalised mentorship, including working towards different career choices following the PhD. We are also happy to discuss potential applications informally (contact Prof Palma : m.palma@qmul.ac.uk ).

To apply please send your CV, cover letter and the contact details of two referees.

Requirements

Application Method:

To apply for this studentship and for entry on to the Chemistry programme (Full Time) please follow the instructions detailed on the following webpage:

https://www.qmul.ac.uk/spcs/phdresearch/application-process/#apply

Deadline for application - 29th of January 2025

Supervisor Contact Details:

For informal enquiries about this position, please contact Professor Matteo Palma

E-mail: m.palma@qmul.ac.uk

Application Method:

To apply for this studentship and for entry on to the Chemistry programme (Full Time) please follow the instructions detailed on the following webpage:

https://www.qmul.ac.uk/spcs/phdresearch/application-process/#apply

 

SPCS Academics: Professor Matteo Palma

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