Anthoula Papageorgiou

Anthoula Papageorgiou leads the Papageorgiou Group at Technical University of Munich's Physics Department (Surface and Interface Physics, E20). Her work focuses on surface processes and properties of molecular and supramolecular systems, using advanced microscopy and spectroscopic techniques. She has pioneered studies on porphyrins, carbenes, and 2D coordination networks.

• Education: BSc Physics (2000, Queen Mary & Westfield College), MSc Processes & Advanced Materials Technology (2004, Aristotle University), PhD Physical Chemistry (2007, UCL), Habilitation in Experimental Physics (2019, TUM)

Research interests include surface-confined chemistry, nanoscale templating, and form-function relationships in surface nanostructures. Her group employs scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and electrospray ion beam deposition. Key projects involve modular assembly of functional materials and understanding surface reaction mechanisms.

Recent articles highlight discoveries like molecular raffle wheels, NHC-porphyrin interactions, and graphene nanoribbon synthesis. Funded projects include DFG priority programme COORNETs. Collaborations span theory (condensed matter physics), molecular synthesis, and surface science. The group actively mentors students from bachelor to doctoral levels.