UMERC Faculty Member

Ellen D. Williams, Distinguished University Professor and Director
Physics
Institute for Physical Science &Technology
Computer, Mathematical & Physical Sciences

Phone: 301.405.6156
Email: edw@umd.edu  |  website

Statement of energy interests and expertise

Research Projects:

• Analytical Applications of PEEM
• Imaging Current Flow with MFM
• Experimental Statistical Mechanics
• Pattern Formation Under Electromigration
• Statistical Properties of Nanostructures: Persistance, Electromigration, and Noise
  

Our group maps out the positions of individual atoms in very small structures to explore the special consequences of fluctuations that arise at the nanoscale. We're investigating applications that include the control of nanoscale materials fabrication, electromigration, electrical noise in nanoelectronic devices, and flexible electronics. Our research activities are supported by NSF, LPS and NIST.