The ‘father of nanogenerators’ and one of the most influential scientists in the United States, takes role at Beijing institute.
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A world-leading nanoscience and nanotechnology scientist – known as “the father of nanogenerators” – has left his decades-long career in the US to focus his research efforts in his native China.
The renowned physicist is expected to play a crucial role in setting up a cutting-edge international research institute in Beijing.
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French Nobel-winning laser scientist Gérard Mourou joins China’s top university
Mourou’s appointment was announced on the school’s website on Monday. The 80-year-old began his new role on October 12 and was spending the first weeks meeting students and leading researchers at the teaching and research facilities, it said.