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Professor Catherine Stampfl is a Professor of Physics at the University of Sydney, leading the Condensed Matter Theory Research Group within the School of Physics. She holds a PhD and BSc from La Trobe University, Australia, and a Habilitation from the Technical University Berlin, Germany. Her research focuses on first-principles computational condensed matter and materials science, with expertise in nanomaterials, quantum materials, and energy-related applications.
- Member of Sydney Environment Institute
- Member of Sydney Southeast Asia Centre
- Member of The Net Zero Institute
- Member of The University of Sydney Nano Institute
Her research interests include computational modeling of nanomaterials, defect engineering in semiconductors, and design of materials for sustainable technologies. Notable contributions include studies on CO₂ reduction catalysts, 2D materials for optoelectronics, and thermoelectric efficiency enhancement. She is an ARC Laureate Fellow and Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science.
Recent grants include projects on computational design of frontier materials (ARC Laureate Fellowship), photocatalytic CO₂ conversion, and electrochemical carbon capture. Her work bridges theoretical physics and applied materials science, addressing global challenges in energy and sustainability.
- Key collaborations: Xerox PARC, Max Planck Institute, Northwestern University
- Leadership roles: Head of Condensed Matter Theory Group
Labs/Teams: Condensed Matter Theory Research Group at the University of Sydney, collaborating with international institutions on computational materials discovery and nanotechnology.
