Marek Szablewski

Professor Marek Szablewski is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Durham University, with extensive experience in materials science and condensed matter physics. His research spans multiple areas of advanced materials, with particular expertise in organic electronic materials and photovoltaic applications.

His research interests include:

• Electrical and physical properties of metal polymer composite materials
• Engineering of 2-Dimensional materials such as graphene
• Environmentally sensitive luminescence of organic fluorophores
• High dipole organic chromophores and polymers for nonlinear optics
• Magnetic Properties of organic electron acceptor-metallic materials
• The Recycling of Solar Panels
• The electron acceptor 7,7,8,8-tetracyanoquinodimethane (TCNQ) and it's compounds
• The synthesis of inorganic nanoparticles for PV applications

Professor Szablewski's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on molecular magnets, particularly systems involving TCNQ compounds, as well as photovoltaic materials research. His work bridges fundamental condensed matter physics with practical applications in sensors and energy conversion technologies.

His scientific contributions have been recognized through several prestigious appointments and awards:

• Churchill Fellow (2011)
• Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and Manufacturing (FRSA)
• Member of the Editorial Board of the Open Physical Chemistry Journal
• Member of the Durham Energy Institute
• Member of the Durham Biophysical Sciences Institute

Professor Szablewski has supervised students including Amy Smith (PDRA) and Yihan Zhai. Beyond his research, he holds significant university-wide responsibilities, serving as an elected member of Durham University Senate since 2001 and holding various leadership positions including Vice-Chair of the Academic Electoral Assembly Standing committee and Chair of the Senate Agenda Setting Committee.