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David Muller's Cornell Applied Physics Research Group focuses on understanding materials and their behavior at the atomic scale, with an emphasis on sustainable energy applications. Utilizing the highest resolution electron microscopes globally, situated in specially-designed environmentally isolated rooms, the group explores the chemistry, electronic structure, and bonding of various materials including transistors, fuel cells, and two-dimensional superconductors. The research delves into the interplay of materials at the atomic scale, examining boundary conditions and quantum mechanical wavefunctions to understand how these influence the expected behavior of bulk materials. This work aims to uncover new and unexpected phases of physics that can significantly impact devices of all sizes. David fosters a collaborative environment within his research group, promoting a blend of theoretical and experimental approaches to solid state physics.
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