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Richard Martel is a Full Professor at the University of Montréal's Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Arts and Sciences. He holds the Canada Research Chair in Electroactive Nanostructures and Interfaces. His research focuses on the physico-chemical properties of electrically active nanostructures, including carbon nanotubes and graphene, with applications in electronics and bio-imaging. He has pioneered studies on nanotube-based sensors and device fabrication.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Surface Science (Université Laval, 1995)
- Postdoctoral studies at IBM Research (1995-1996)
- Senior researcher at IBM T.J. Watson Research Center (1996-2003)
Research Interests:
- Electrical/optical properties of carbon nanotubes and graphene
- Functionalization and doping of 2D materials
- Nanoprobe development for bio-imaging and diagnostics
- Thermoelectric and electronic device applications
Awards:
- Fellow of the American Physical Society (2006)
- IBM Research Division Award (2004)
- World Technology Award in Materials (2002)
- ISSCC Jack Raper Award (2003)
Grants & Projects: Leads major initiatives such as the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Light-Matter Interactions and the Regroupement Québécois sur les Matériaux de Pointe (RQMP). His labs collaborate with international teams in nanoelectronics and materials innovation.
Labs/Teams: Member of the Group de recherche en physique et technologie des couches minces (GCM), Centre québécois sur les matériaux fonctionnels (CQMF), and Regroupement québécois sur les matériaux de pointe (RQMP).
