In this FAU LMQ People Spotlight, we interviewed the researcher Britta Maib, who is working at the Research Unit chair of Experimetal Physics (research Training Group RTG-2861-PCL) since December 2023.
What is your research topic? What is your current role?
I’m work on characterising and quantifying the unique spectroscopic Fingerprint of novel planar carbon lattices. It is possible to manipulate the electronic and vibronic properties of e.g. graphene nanoribbons using a variety of methods during and after the synthesis, but there is still a lack of suitable spectroscopic features for characterisation. I’m using resonance Raman spectroscopy and photoluminescence as well as local structure elucidation methods such as TERS (tip enhanced Raman spectroscopy) to fill this gap.
How is your research linked to the research foci of the FAU LMQ?
Graphene nanoribbons are a promising platform for next-generation nanoscale devices. They combine the unique features of graphene with the ability to tune physical properties by enginering their edge structure and width. By exploring these possibilities, we can unlock the innovation potential that has driven graphene research from the very beginning.
What do you find most fascinating in your research?
I get truly excited when I understand something new or connect two topics, which gives new insights. In my Point of View it is very important to stay curious especially beyond my own research to broaden my perspective and discover fresh ideas.
When I am not working at the FAU, then …
I’m playing Playmobil, play hide and seek at the playground or read kids books with my two children
Do you have a secret talent?
I love to Juggel with Balls, Clubs, fire, …
What does a typical day in your working life look like?
I always start my day with a hot drink and checking my emails. After that, it’s a mix of lab work, data evaluation, or administrative tasks.
What are your plans for the future?
I want to dedicate my time to something that will genuinely benefit society, whether through research and development, science communication, or teaching in school.
In this FAU LMQ People Spotlight, we interviewed the researcher Britta Maib, who is working at the Research Unit chair of Experimetal Physics (research Training Group RTG-2861-PCL) since December 2023.
What is your research topic? What is your current role?
I’m work on characterising and quantifying the unique spectroscopic Fingerprint of novel planar carbon lattices. It is possible to manipulate the electronic and vibronic properties of e.g. graphene nanoribbons using a variety of methods during and after the synthesis, but there is still a lack of suitable spectroscopic features for characterisation. I’m using resonance Raman spectroscopy and photoluminescence as well as local structure elucidation methods such as TERS (tip enhanced Raman spectroscopy) to fill this gap.
How is your research linked to the research foci of the FAU LMQ?
Graphene nanoribbons are a promising platform for next-generation nanoscale devices. They combine the unique features of graphene with the ability to tune physical properties by enginering their edge structure and width. By exploring these possibilities, we can unlock the innovation potential that has driven graphene research from the very beginning.
What do you find most fascinating in your research?
I get truly excited when I understand something new or connect two topics, which gives new insights. In my Point of View it is very important to stay curious especially beyond my own research to broaden my perspective and discover fresh ideas.
When I am not working at the FAU, then …
I’m playing Playmobil, play hide and seek at the playground or read kids books with my two children
Do you have a secret talent?
I love to Juggel with Balls, Clubs, fire, …
What does a typical day in your working life look like?
I always start my day with a hot drink and checking my emails. After that, it’s a mix of lab work, data evaluation, or administrative tasks.
What are your plans for the future?
I want to dedicate my time to something that will genuinely benefit society, whether through research and development, science communication, or teaching in school.