Professor Melissa Mather, University of Notthingham

Professor Mather is turning tiny flaws in diamond into the next generation of incredibly sensitive quantum sensors. Diamond quantum sensors can be used to measure magnetic fields, temperature, pressure, and even biological or chemical substances. Melissa’s work will enhance the measurement speeds and sensitivity of these sensors to create customised sensing methods and prototype devices that will translate the technology for use by non-specialists, as well as unlocking new applications in sectors such as healthcare, food security and defence.