Dr De Volder’s research focuses on the fabrication of structures and assemblies of new carbon nanomaterials such as carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and graphene. These nanoparticles have been pivotal in attracting industry’s interest in nanotechnology. This can best be quantified by the production capacity of Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) which is currently estimated to be several thousand tons per year. In part, the success of these nanomaterials can be attributed to their physical properties, some of which are unlike any other engineering material. Assets of CNTs and graphene include a stiffness and tensile strength far superior to steel at only a fraction of its weight, combined with unique thermal and electrical properties.