Linda A. Peteanu

Linda A. Peteanu is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research focuses on spectroscopy and imaging, biophysical, nanoscience, bioorganic, and chemical biology. Her work explores the electronic properties of conjugated materials and nanomaterials, including the optical properties of nanoparticles and nanoclusters for quantum technologies. She uses fluorescence microscopy-based methods to study materials science, with an emphasis on conjugated polymers and their applications in energy-efficient lighting and photovoltaics. Her research also involves collaborations with other groups to investigate the properties of helical conjugated polymers and their potential for optimizing molecular structure and solvent environments.