XPANSE 2024: Showcasing CA2DM’s Leadership in 2D Materials

From 20 to 22 November 2024, Abu Dhabi became the epicenter of innovation during XPANSE 2024, an extraordinary event that redefined the conference experience. Among the highlights was the session, “The World of Small: Future with 2D Materials,” where our very own Prof. Antonio H. Castro Neto, Director of the Centre for Advanced 2D Materials (CA2DM) at NUS, shared his visionary insights.

Prof. Antonio joined an elite panel of global leaders in the field, including:

·        Dr. Andrea Ferrari, Director at the Cambridge Graphene Centre

·        Dr. Vincenzo Giannini, Chief Researcher at TII Advanced Materials Research Center

·        Dr. Vladimir Falko, Director of the National Graphene Institute at the University of Manchester

Moderated by Fahad M. Al Absi, Director of Commercialization and Special Projects at Khalifa University, the discussion explored the transformative potential of 2D materials in shaping the future of technology and science.

As Prof. Antonio stated:
“XPANSE 2024 was more than a conference; it was a reimagination of how knowledge is shared and connections are built. It set a new standard for how impactful such events can be.”

XPANSE 2024 was meticulously curated to bring together the best minds in the field, featuring thought-provoking discussions and groundbreaking ideas. This aligns seamlessly with CA2DM’s mission of advancing research and innovation in 2D materials.

Congratulations to Zina Jarrahi Cinker, Ph.D., the mastermind behind XPANSE, for organizing this exceptional event. It is an honor for CA2DM to have contributed to this groundbreaking initiative.