Don Eigler

Don Eigler is an American physicist and a leading figure in the field of nanotechnology and atomic-scale manipulation. He is best known for his work at IBM's Almaden Research Center, where he famously demonstrated the ability to manipulate individual atoms using a scanning tunneling microscope (STM). In 1989, Eigler and his team created the first-ever arrangement of individual atoms to spell out the letters "IBM," showcasing the potential for precise control at the atomic level.