Cees Dekker

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Cees Dekker is a pioneering Dutch physicist and nanotechnologist whose research bridges the boundaries of biophysics, nanotechnology, and synthetic biology. He is best known for his groundbreaking work on carbon nanotubes, single-molecule biophysics, and DNA nanotechnology. Dekker’s contributions include the first electrical measurements of individual carbon nanotubes, which opened new avenues for nanoelectronics, and the development of nanopore-based techniques for studying DNA and proteins at the single-molecule level. His recent work, such as the creation of a DNA turbine powered by a transmembrane potential across a nanopore (2023, 51 citations), demonstrates his continued innovation in engineering functional nanoscale machines. With over 50,000 citations and an h-index exceeding 100, Dekker’s impact is immense. He has received numerous accolades, including the Spinoza Prize and an ERC Advanced Grant, and his lab at Delft University of Technology remains a global leader in nanoscale science. His work not only deepens our understanding of biological systems but also inspires new technologies in medicine, energy, and molecular robotics.