Rui F. M. Lobo

Professor Rui F. M. Lobo is a leading academic in physics and physics engineering at the NOVA School of Science and Technology, NOVA University of Lisbon. He holds a Ph.D. and Habilitation in Nano-Engineering from NOVA, alongside a Chemical Engineering degree from Instituto Superior Técnico. His research focuses on experimental nanophysics, nanotechnology for clean energy, hydrogen technologies, and decarbonization. He pioneered work on single molecule experiments and nano-carbon materials like graphene, while maintaining theoretical contributions in fractals and econophysics.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Physics, NOVA University of Lisbon
  • Habilitation in Nano-Engineering, NOVA University of Lisbon
  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Instituto Superior Técnico (University of Lisbon)

His research interests span atomic/molecular physics, energy sustainability, and nano-engineering, with contributions to STM-AFM-SNOM experimental techniques. He has led international collaborations as a Fellow Researcher at institutions such as the Max-Planck Institute and Rice University.

• Awards/Fellowships:
  • Fellow Researcher positions at Max-Planck Institute, Hahn-Meitner Institute, Rice University, and others.

Professor Lobo has authored over 100 publications across journals, books, and conferences, and actively contributes to national/international committees in hydrogen technology and nanotechnology. His current work addresses energy sustainability challenges in Europe through applied nanotechnology and clean energy solutions.