We are thrilled to announce that Prof. Maria Fyta has joined the Aachen Graphene and 2D Materials Center, significantly enhancing the Center’s research profile in computational modeling and the application of 2D materials in biotechnology.
Prof. Fyta is the head of the Teaching and Research Area on Computational Biotechnology at RWTH Aachen University. She is a solid-state computational physicist with substantial expertise in different simulations and machine-learning methods. Her work spans a broad range of topics, including the modeling of 2D materials and heterostructures (both lateral and stacked), as well as investigations into their structural and optoelectronic properties. She also studies how defects influence these properties, providing critical insights into material performance.
Bridging 2D Materials and Biotechnology
One of the exciting dimensions of Prof. Fyta’s research is her exploration of the interface between 2D materials, biomolecules like DNA or proteins, and solvents. This work is particularly significant for the development of biosensors for next-generation diagnostic tools.
Within the Aachen Graphene and 2D Materials Center, Prof. Fyta is already engaged in a joint project with Prof. Max Lemme as part of the Cluster4Future nanodiagBW initiative, focusing on the optimization of nanopores in 2D membranes for advanced biosensing applications.
Strengthening Our Profile
Prof. Fyta’s expertise significantly enhances the Center’s research profile, particularly in the realm of computational modeling and the application of 2D materials in biotechnology. Her innovative approaches and forward-thinking perspectives align seamlessly with our mission to lead the forefront of 2D materials research.
We are excited about the opportunities for fruitful collaborations and groundbreaking discoveries that lie ahead. Please join us in warmly welcoming Prof. Maria Fyta to the Aachen Graphene and 2D Materials Center!