Research aptitude evolves with gaining knowledge and practice. It is common for many of the academics to modify their research topic with the change of time. Out of curiosity and sheer interest, they change their ways and broaden their foci. In the dynamic world of research, topics of interest are changing very rapidly. In this regard, some researchers evolve in the boundaries of different domains of science in the quest for new discoveries. Hovering around such domains allow them to meet expertise who have amassed knowledge in different areas and show immense enthusiasm to become involved and quench their thirst.<br/>While such changes of research topic is unusual for the majority of researchers, it is normal for stars such as Prof Richard Kaner. In this talk, I will present my nearly two decades of collaboration with Prof Kaner, from the time we met via a common collaborator to commence joint research on conductive polymers, our work together on two dimensional materials and then the move to the world of liquid metals. In my talk, I will describe the unique traits of Prof Kaner including his intelligence, generosity, and care and present how these were his great tools for helping his PhD students, postdocs and collaborators.<br/>I had the opportunity to spend a short sabbatical at Prof Kaner's lab, enjoyed his mentorship and have always been indebted to his support and consideration. The talk is a tribute to Prof Kaner, what I have known about him and learnt from him within two decades of collaboration.

When research evolves with Prof Kaner

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