Abstract
Can modern sustainable cities rise from the embrace of sand dunes and clay? Can one make batteries that will survive interstellar flight ? Can we alleviate the suffering of diabetic patients with the finesse of a pencil trace? The answers to these intriguing questions are a resounding YES. In this colloquium we will explore how innovative thinking and a fresh perspective on traditional materials can lead to groundbreaking solutions for contemporary challenges. Join us as we delve into the intersection of sustainability and creativity, uncovering the potential of our natural resources to build a brighter, more sustainable future.
Biography:
Prof. Antonio H. Castro Neto is a globally recognized physicist and pioneer in graphene and two-dimensional materials. After earning his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, he rapidly rose through leading institutions in the U.S., shaping foundational theories in quantum and condensed matter physics.
He is now a Distinguished Professor at the National University of Singapore, he founded the Centre for Advanced 2D Materials and co-leads the Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials alongside Nobel Laureate Konstantin Novoselov.
He is a Fellow of APS, AAAS, and multiple national academies, Prof. Castro Neto has published over 400 papers with more than 100,000 citations. Beyond academia, he is a prolific entrepreneur, launching multiple deep-tech companies in graphene and advanced materials, driving innovation from lab to market worldwide.
Anyone interested is welcome to attend.