A/ProfCuong Ton-That

Cuong Ton-That is an Associate Professor in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, UTS. He earned a BSc in Physics (Honours, University Medal) from UTS and his PhD in the field of surface science from the Robert Gordon University, UK in 2000. He began teaching at UTS in 2004 as a lecturer. Prior to his tenure at UTS, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher in the Nanoscience Centre, University of Cambridge from 2000 to 2003.

His research focusses on the advancement of oxide materials and nanostructures tailored for optoelectronic and power electronic applications. He has specialised expertise in the growth and characterisation of functional nanostructured oxides, complemented by extensive experience in cathodoluminescence microanalysis, synchrotron-based X-ray techniques and electron microscopy. He has established strong research links with key industry collaborators such as Nanovation and 3D-Oxides.

Current research interests encompass a multifaceted exploration:
• Development of nanostructures and 2D materials for power electronic, optoelectronic and photocatalytic applications.
• Investigation of technologically important electronic materials using synchrotron X-ray spectroscopies and advanced electron microscopy techniques
• Surface and interface properties of semiconductors, especially emergent phenomena in 2D electron gases