Sir Andre Geim

Sir Andre Geim, Nobel Prize winner and co-discoverer of graphene, reflects on the journey of this revolutionary material from its simple discovery to its potential yet unrealized applications. He discusses graphene's promising uses in sports gear and construction, as well as innovations like graphene-enhanced wool insulation. Geim also addresses the balance between initial expectations and the modest pace of integration into everyday products, while sharing anecdotes about the excitement and skepticism surrounding graphene's commercial future.

Andre Geim, a Nobel laureate and Professor at Manchester University, shares his groundbreaking journey in isolating graphene using just sticky tape. He discusses graphene's incredible versatility and its potential to revolutionize industries, from technology to transportation. The conversation dives into innovative applications like rapid DNA sequencing and hydrogen storage, along with the challenges of commercialization. Geim also highlights advancements in graphene production that could pave the way for its use in everyday consumer electronics, like touchscreens.