Cletus Wilkins
Research Professor
Texas State University

Educational path
· BA, Chemistry
· PhD, Chemistry

Special training for nanotechnology
Strong interest in materials research

Tips/Advice to jumpstart a career in nanotechnology
It's important to keep track of the latest literature. Attend specialized conferences. Network with people who are in the field at businesses and universities.

Why did you choose the field of nanotechnology?
It's exciting and has the potential to generate new innovative approaches to solve problems.

How did you first get into nanotechnology?
I've been in it for a long time because of my photography work. Microelectronics is the pathway into nanotechnologies.

What is it like to work in nanotechnology?
It's neat because I get to work with a lot of new technologies.