Nilanthy Balakrishnan

Nilanthy Balakrishnan is a Senior Lecturer in Physics at Keele University's School of Chemical and Physical Sciences, leading an experimental research group focused on 2D materials. Her work investigates fundamental properties and applications of novel materials like III-VI van der Waals compounds. Research funded by Royal Society and EPSRC supports projects in flexible electronics and energy storage.

Research spans synthesis of 2D materials via vapor deposition, optoelectronic device fabrication, ferroelectric properties investigation, and thermoelectric applications. Collaborative work involves universities and national laboratories.

Recent publications focus on energy storage materials, van der Waals heterostructures, and nanoscale characterization techniques. Article trends show progression from materials synthesis to functional device applications.

Teaching includes Applied Physics and Emerging Technologies courses. Supervises postgraduate researchers in experimental condensed matter physics.