NIST Modulating quantum structure of 1D materials by covalent surface chemistry
NIST seeks research into using DNA to modify carbon nanotubes, creating new quantum states and characterizing them with optical methods.
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Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: February 1, 2025 (NIST February review) | August 1, 2025 (NIST August review)
Funding Amounts: $82,764 stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical appointment duration is 2 years.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research at NIST on programmable covalent surface modification of single-wall carbon nanotubes using DNA photo- and redox-chemistry to create new quantum states characterized by optical spectroscopy.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens with a doctoral degree earned within the last 5 years; requires contacting the NIST Research Adviser prior to applying.
Description
This fellowship opportunity at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) focuses on advancing the quantum structure of one-dimensional (1D) materials, specifically single-wall carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs). The research aims to use covalent surface chemistry, modulated by DNA photo- and redox-chemistry, to create novel quantum states such as single-photon emitters and high-temperature organic superconductors. Recent advances in controlled DNA wrapping of SWCNTs provide a promising route for programmable surface modification.
The research will involve characterizing the reaction products using advanced optical spectroscopy techniques including absorption, fluorescence, resonance Raman, and circular dichroism spectroscopy. This work has potential applications in quantum materials science, photonics, and superconductivity.
