Professor Dr. Max Shtein

Biography

Max Shtein is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Michigan, where his research focuses on organic semiconductors and hybrid materials for efficient energy conversion. His expertise encompasses the physical properties of materials and the design of solid-state device fabrication. Shtein's group investigates a variety of devices, including transistors, light-emitting diodes, solar cells, and memory components. The work involves developing innovative techniques for organic semiconductor processing and large-area vapor-phase deposition, alongside addressing key challenges such as maintaining molecular-level order in the fabrication process. This research integrates knowledge across several disciplines, including chemistry, materials characterization, and semiconductor device physics, and aims to impact fields like alternative energy technologies and quantum computing. Shtein has received several accolades for his contributions to the field, including the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers in 2007 and the Newport Award for Excellence in Leadership in Photonics and Optoelectronics in 2004.

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