Dr L Ponomarenko
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Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
About the Project
Supervisor: Dr Leonid Ponomarenko ([Email Address Removed])
Graphene is one of the most fascinating materials ever discovered. It holds great potential for applications spanning nanoelectronics, sensors, composites and energy harvesting. Understanding its fundamental electronic properties is of paramount importance for making technological devices with novel functionalities [1]. The aim of this experimental project is to investigate fundamental aspects of electron transport in ultra-high quality graphene [2, 3] and related novel two-dimensional materials. To achieve this goal, the successful candidate will work with state-of-the-art graphene based devices and employ a wide range of experimental techniques available in the physics department of Lancaster University. These include atomic force microscopy, cryogenic experiments and high magnetic field techniques to name a few. The project would also involve nanofabrication work in the clean room of the Lancaster Quantum Technology Centre in close cooperation with the National Graphene Institute in Manchester.
Requirements for the candidate. The candidate should be able to demonstrate good knowledge of solid state physics and have, or expect to obtain, Master degree in physics or natural sciences (not lower than UK second upper class or its international equivalent)
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The Physics Department is holder of an Athena SWAN Silver award and JUNO Championship status and is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our department.
Please contact Dr Leonid Ponomarenko ([Email Address Removed]) for further information. You can also apply directly at http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/physics/study/phd/ stating the title of the project and Dr Leonid Ponomarenko as the supervisor in your Personal Statement.
For general information about PhD studies in Physics at Lancaster please contact our postgraduate admissions staff at [Email Address Removed].
Closing Date
Project closed
Funding Notes
The PhD starting date is 1 October and the project is supported by a grant from the Royal Society and is for a duration of 3 years. Both UK and EU candidates are eligible. Support includes full fees and a standard maintenance stipend.
References
1. L. Britnell et al., Field-Effect Tunneling Transistor Based on Vertical Graphene Heterostructures. Science 335, 947(2012).
2. R. K. Kumar et al., High-temperature quantum oscillations caused by recurring Bloch states in graphene superlattices. Science
3 57, 181 (2017).
3. R. K. Kumar et al., Superballistic flow of viscous electron fluid through graphene constrictions. Nat. Phys. 13, 1182 (2017).