Creation, imaging and analysis of nanometer scale structures
Details
Dr. Mechler received his PhD at the University of Szeged, Hungary, in Physics. Before joining the School of Chemistry in July, 2004, he spent three years at the University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB), and completed sabbaticals at the Uppsala University (Sweden), the Foundation of Research and Technology Hellas (Greece), and the University of Technology Sydney. He is currently a Monash Research Fellow and has ongoing research collaborations with the Uppsala University and UCSB. His major research interest is the imaging and characterization of the statics and dynamics of biologically relevant nanostructures such as proteins and biological membranes, with a special emphasis on morphological studies by atomic force microscopy
For Students
Classes
ENG1071 and CHM4201 (HONS)
PhD research projects
Currently, one PhD research project is available for a highly motivated student:
Nanoscale surface processes: underlying features for the macroscopically observed electrochemical
behaviour
The project involves, but not limited to, the design and building of a Surface Plasmon Resonance
(SPR) apparatus, application of Atomic Force Microscope in combination with the SPR , and thus
the establishment of a unique instrumental environment which will be then used to characterize
(bio-) electrochemical surface processes. The project gives the opportunity to a technically
skilled student to gain a strong foothold in the analytical sciences, with a potential to publish
into high level journals and attend international conferences. Requirements: a good understanding
of the basic principles of physical chemistry and surface science, basic knowledge of classical
physics, knowledge of some electronics and programming (LabView is a plus), good manual skills
(hobbies like model building are good points), and an open mind to cope with the highly interdisciplinary
nature of this field. Anyone interested is welcome, however, the applicant is expected to secure
a stipend for him/herself.
For more information, please email Dr. Mechler. |
