Stephen Pearton
Australian and American materials scientist (1957–2025)
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Stephen John Pearton (January 15, 1957 – December 7, 2025) was an Australian and American materials scientist, engineer and a Distinguished Professor at the University of Florida.[1][2][3] Pearton's work focused on the use of advanced materials in areas such as laser diodes,[4] nanomaterial applications,[5] and similar applications.
Life and career
Pearton was born in Hobart, Tasmania, on January 15, 1957. He was a recipient of the J.J. Ebers Award[6] from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers,[7] and the David Adler Lectureship Award in the Field of Materials Physics from the American Physical Society.[8] He was also a Fellow of multiple professional or academic societies, including the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers,[9] the American Physical Society,[10] the Materials Research Society,[11] and the American Vacuum Society.[12]
Pearton died on December 7, 2025, at the age of 68.[13]
