David Gabriel Schauer

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I am a researcher working at the intersection of materials science and nanotechnology, currently pursuing a fully funded MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering at Columbia University in New York. My research focuses on DNA self-assembly, plasmonic nanomaterials, robotic synthesis automation, and advanced optical and X-ray spectroscopy. Before joining Columbia, I completed my BSc in Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences at ETH Zurich, specializing in nanotechnology, spectroscopy, and materials science. During my time in ETH’s ATTO Group, I led wet-chemistry work on the synthesis and surface engineering of plasmonic nanoparticles and their characterization using advanced spectroscopic techniques. This work resulted in multiple publications and presentations at international conferences and ultimately led to my promotion to Honorary Doctorate within the lab. My research experience spans several international laboratories, including Brown University, Brookhaven National Laboratory (NSLS-II, CFN), Harvard CNS, and Paul Scherrer Institute, with several collaborations across the United States and Europe. Beyond research, I serve as a US Ambassador for Malaika Kitchens, an NGO supporting school nutri

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