Dr. Philippe Guyot Sionnest

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Biography

Philippe Guyot-Sionnest is a professor at the University of Chicago, jointly appointed in the Departments of Physics and Chemistry. His research focuses on laser spectroscopy and colloidal nanoparticles, emphasizing the potential of nanoscale chemistry and physics. He is a fellow of the American Physical Society and explores the properties of materials at the nanoscale, including quantum states, charging, spin, phonons, and plasmons, which exhibit significant effects at nanometer scales. His work often involves the colloidal synthesis of chemically precipitated nanostructures, driven by fundamental physical concepts, to enable innovative applications.

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Professor

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University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Jointly appointed in the Departments of Physics and Chemistry, focusing on laser spectroscopy and colloidal nanoparticles.

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Department of Philosophy