Tongay lab

Our team pioneers the discovery, synthesis, and integration of next-generation materials. From atomically thin semiconductors to quantum materials, we develop and manufacture novel material systems that are industry-compatible, scalable, and highly tunable for real-world impact. We make new materials, discover new functionalities, and find creative ways to bring them to public use. Our research empowers breakthroughs in electronics, sensing, defense, energy, sustainability, and environmental technologies.

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Our leadership

Our team ranks among the global leaders in Materials Science and Engineering. Our lab is internationally recognized for its leadership in materials manufacturing and semiconductor-grade materials research. We have discovered new materials, developed novel deposition methods, and introduced entirely new applications. Our impact has been consistently recognized, including six consecutive years (2019–2024) as Highly Cited Researchers.

We foster a safe, inclusive, and collaborative space where curiosity and teamwork drive discovery. Our lab is more than just a research group, it’s a supportive community where individuals at all levels learn from each other, grow together, and celebrate shared success. Innovation thrives when people feel valued and inspired, and that’s the environment we strive to maintain.

Research Focus Areas

Research Focus Areas
– 2D layers and quantum materials
– Semiconductor-grade thin films
– Plasma-enhanced and atomic-layer deposition
– Electron microscopy
– Advanced Materials Metrology
– Materials under extreme conditions

Capabilities
– In-house PECVD, PLD, MBE, sputtering systems
– Advanced microscopy and spectroscopy
– Bulk crystal growth (Bridgman, Flux, and CVT)
– Electronic transport PPMS
– Raman / PL spectroscopy