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Dr Robert Airey is a Researcher at the University of Sheffield's School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, affiliated with the National Epitaxy Facility and Semiconductor Materials and Devices Research Group. He holds a BSc in Physical Electronics (University of Bradford), an MSc in Medical Electronics (University of London), and a PhD in Physics from Cranfield University (thesis: 'Second-Harmonic Generation in Langmuir-Blodgett Films').
His research focuses on semiconductor materials and devices, including quantum cascade lasers, quantum well solar cells, optoelectronic devices, and metamaterials. Key areas include photonics, nanotechnology, spintronics, and advanced materials characterization.
Recent work emphasizes quantum dot-based VCSELs, high-efficiency photovoltaics, and magnetic phenomena in 2D electron systems. His publications span journals like Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter and Applied Physics Letters, with over 100 peer-reviewed articles. He has contributed to projects involving GaN-based LEDs, quantum dot lasers, and diamond dosimetry for radiotherapy.
Labs/Groups: Active in the National Epitaxy Facility for semiconductor epitaxy and the Semiconductor Materials and Devices Research Group. His work bridges fundamental physics and applied engineering, addressing challenges in energy conversion and optoelectronic systems.
