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Albany, NY – In today's Academic Minute, Dr. Robert Geer of the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering explains how the ability to manipulate atoms and create new materials is at the heart of his field and humanity's technological future.
A major focus for Dr. Geer's research group is nanometrology. He and his team work to develop new processes to measure the fundamental properties of nanoscale structures and devices. Professor Geer's research has been supported by the National Science Foundation, the Semiconductor Research Corporation, the Office of Naval Research, the New York State Office of Academic Research and Technology, the Dow Chemical Company, and others.
Dr. Geer holds a Ph.D. in experimental condensed matter physics from the University of Minnesota.