Moungi

Moungi G. Bawendi is a physicist and chemist known for his work on quantum dots, nanoscale semiconductor crystals that emit light when excited. He is a professor of chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Bawendi's research focuses on the synthesis and optical properties of colloidal nanocrystals, particularly quantum dots, and their applications in displays, imaging, and energy technologies. His work combines chemical synthesis, surface chemistry, and spectroscopy to control particle size and emission color at the nanoscale.

In 2023, Bawendi was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, shared with Louis Brus and Alexei Ekimov, for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots. The prize acknowledged his contributions to establishing quantum dot technology as a practical platform for bright, tunable light in optoelectronic devices and biological imaging. Beyond the Nobel Prize, Bawendi has been recognized with several other awards and has contributed to education and the development of nanoscience programs at MIT.

Bawendi's research has advanced understanding of nanoscale synthesis, particle growth dynamics, and surface chemistry, helping to translate fundamental nanoscience into real-world technologies. His ongoing work continues to influence fields such as display technology, photovoltaics, and bioimaging.