Dr. Charlie Johnson

Biography

Charlie Johnson is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Pennsylvania, where he has served since 2008. His academic journey began with a B.S. from Stanford University in 1984, followed by a Ph.D. from Harvard in 1990. Johnson's research focuses on the development of new families of single-atomic-layer nanomaterials and their applications in various fields. He synthesizes monolayers of materials such as graphene and boron nitride, and studies the electronic properties to create innovative devices. His work includes utilizing the Quattrone Nanofabrication Facility and the Singh Center for Nanotechnology to further these investigations. Johnson also engages in collaborations that extend beyond campus to address fundamental questions in physics and material sciences. His research has implications for new chemical detection technologies aimed at biological molecules, contributing significantly to disease diagnosis, security, and environmental monitoring. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades, including the Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching at Penn, and has held roles such as Director of the Nano/Bio Interface Center. Johnson is a fellow of the American Physical Society and part of the executive editorial board for AIP Advances.

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