Our Research
Nanoscience describes the investigation of matter with sizes on the order of a billionth of a metre. On this length scale, we can control interactions between particles, light and atoms to probe and utilise unique quantum effects. In addition to providing fundamental insights into physics at these very small sizes, nanoscience may provide solutions to significant problems in telecommunications, quantum computing, biosensing and imaging as well as addressing global challenges such in sustainability and improving health in developing countries.
Researchers in the School are working toward the development of a solid-state quantum computer, new forms of optical and electron imaging, novel optical sensors, and new approaches to bionics. We are also probing the physics of light-matter interactions and electronic systems on the nanoscale. The School houses world-class laboratories and, through strategic partnerships with the Melbourne Centre for Nanofabrication and the Australian Synchrotron, researchers have local access to state-of-the-art nanofabrication and imaging tools. We are also using theoretical and computational techniques to explore fundamental physics at the nanoscale to enhance our understanding of novel nanoscale phenomena.
Our People
- Professor Chris Chantler
chantler@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 5437
Website - Professor Ken Crozier
kenneth.crozier@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 2249
Website - Professor Lloyd Hollenberg
lloydch@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 4210
Website - Professor David Jamieson
d.jamieson@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 3412
Website - Associate Professor Andy Martin
martinam@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 0550
Website - Associate Professor Jeff McCallum
jeffreym@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 8072
Website - Professor Steven Prawer
s.prawer@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 5460
Website - Professor Harry Quiney
quiney@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 5088
Website - Professor Ann Roberts
ann.roberts@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 5038
Website - Professor Robert Scholten
scholten@unimelb.edu.au
+61 3 8344 5457
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