Graphene Research Groups (PhDs, UK)

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This discussion focuses on potential research groups for pursuing a PhD in graphene research in the UK. Key institutions mentioned include the University of Manchester, Exeter/Bath Graphene Center, St Andrews Condensed Matter DTC, and smaller groups at Leeds, Nottingham, and Sheffield. The participant has a background in Theoretical Physics and experience in both experimental and theoretical work, particularly in nanotechnology. Prof. Feo Kusmartsev at Loughborough University is highlighted as a notable figure in graphene research.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of graphene properties and applications
  • Familiarity with condensed matter physics
  • Experience in experimental physics techniques
  • Knowledge of research funding sources, specifically EPSRC
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the University of Manchester's graphene research initiatives
  • Explore the Exeter/Bath Graphene Center's ongoing projects
  • Investigate the St Andrews Condensed Matter DTC program and its faculty
  • Connect with Prof. Feo Kusmartsev at Loughborough University for insights on current research
USEFUL FOR

Prospective PhD candidates in graphene research, researchers in condensed matter physics, and anyone seeking to understand the landscape of graphene-related academic opportunities in the UK.

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I am currently looking at what research groups to apply to for starting a PhD next year, is there anywhere particularly good that I am missing out? I did my Masters in Theoretical Physics but I am actually leaning more towards a mixture of both experimental and theory at this stage, I did do some labs in undergrad and also did an internship at a nanotech lab so hopefully that's not too unrealistic :)

I'm not in academia at the moment so I don't have many people to ask about this, I've been looking at ESPRC graphene funding as my only real source.

So far my list is-

Manchester (obviously ;) )
Exeter/Bath Graphene Center
St Andrews Condensed Matter DTC
Leeds/Notts/Sheffield seem to have small groups but I don't know anything much about them

There are obviously more groups out there and I'm hoping there's someone in CM research or similar who might be able to point me in the direction of some cool groups!
 
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Can anyone recommend some good schools? :)
 
Currently at Loughborough where there is a team of about 12 people working on various Graphene related projects. Prof Feo (F V) Kusmartsev is head of the physics dept and specialises in Graphene.
e-mail: f.kusmartsev@lboro.ac.uk

hope that helps
 

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