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Mark C. Hersam is the Chair of Materials Science and Engineering and the Walter P. Murphy Professor at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering. He also serves as Director of the Materials Research Science and Engineering (MRSEC) Center. His research focuses on low-dimensional nanoelectronic materials, including carbon nanotubes, graphene, and transition metal dichalcogenides, with applications in electronics, energy, sensors, and quantum computing. Hersam leads the Hersam Research Group, emphasizing scalable nanomanufacturing methods like inkjet and 3D printing.
Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (University of Illinois), M.Phil. in Microelectronic Engineering (University of Cambridge), B.S. in Electrical Engineering (University of Illinois).
Research Interests: Synthesis, functionalization, and applications of nanomaterials. Current projects include van der Waals heterostructures for neuromorphic computing, high-temperature micro-supercapacitors, and borophene synthesis. His work bridges fundamental science and industrial-scale production.
Notable Awards: National Academy of Engineering (2024), MacArthur Fellowship (2014), and over 30 other prestigious honors. His contributions span nanomaterials innovation and their commercialization.
Advising and Outreach: Director of the Hersam Research Group, which emphasizes diversity and STEM outreach. Active in mentoring students through Northwestern's PhD Program in Applied Physics. His lab collaborates with industry partners for technology transfer.
Labs/Teams: The Hersam Research Group focuses on hybrid nanomaterials for information technology, biotechnology, and energy. Their work is supported by sponsors including the Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation.
