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Emilio Mendez is a Senior Advisor to the Associate Laboratory Director for the Energy & Photon Sciences Directorate at Brookhaven National Laboratory and a Professor at Stony Brook University. He is affiliated with the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook, where he joined in 1995 and served as Director of the Undergraduate Program starting 2004.
Education
- Undergraduate: University of Madrid, Spain
- Ph.D.: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1979)
Research Interests
Mendez's work spans nanostructured materials, semiconductor physics, quantum devices, and optoelectronics. His current research focuses on carbon nanotubes, exploring their novel properties for enhancing electronic and optical devices.
Scientific Awards
- 1998 Prince of Asturias Prize
- 2000 Fujitsu Quantum Device International Award
Professional Background
After postdoctoral work at IBM T. J. Watson Research Center, he held roles as a research staff member and strategic planner there before transitioning to Stony Brook University. His career also includes leadership in academic program development and collaborative ties with Brookhaven National Laboratory.
