Shuji Nakamura earned the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2014 for his breakthrough invention with blue LEDs. He told CNN his next endeavor — to create an "endless" supply of clean energy with nuclear fusion — will be even more transformative.
The distinguished professor of electrical and computer engineering and materials at UCSB literally lit up the world — and now wants to power it.
UCSB electrical and computer engineering professor Jonathan Klamkin, third from left, receives the 2026 Indium Phosphide and Related Materials Award during Compound Semiconductor Week 2026 in Kumamoto, Japan.
Jonathan Klamkin and Sriram Krishnamoorthy recognized for pioneering advances in compound semiconductor research and technology.
UCSB faculty (from left) Marley Dewey and J. Tyler Mefford are two of the fifty-five awardees nominated from across the UC system. Photograph by Lilli Walker.
Marley Dewey and Tyler Mefford will each pursue research that supports environmental resilience.
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