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I am interested in studying spintronics through both experiments and simulations.

I enjoy cooking and taking walks.

I have broad research interests across multiple disciplines, including quantum optics, solid-state sensors, condensed matter physics, superconductivity, high-pressure physics, and materials under extreme conditions. Among these, my primary focus is on quantum sensing of superconductivity under pressure, which has recently emerged as a reliable and innovative technique. This method opens an unprecedented avenue for detecting the Meissner effect under high-pressure conditions.

Currently, I am working on developing solid-state sensors in and beyond the diamond host, as well as exploring quantum sensing in various magnetic states of novel materials.

In my spare time, I enjoy physical activities such as sports, weight training, and hiking. I also have interests in cooking, gaming, and Japanese culture.

Interests in spectroscopy study (linear and nonlinear) over TMD fabricated devices.

I graduated from Zhejiang University in China. I chose physics as my major because it is precise and grounded in reality. More importantly, I believe that studying physics will enable me to systematically understand the world. That’s also why I enjoys arts as my hobby, as it offers another perspective.

I’m interested in exploring emergent long-range orders in 2D materials using optical and scanning probe measurements.

I enjoy squash and tennis.

Exploring excited states, correlated states, and their dynamics in Van der Waals materials.

I’m interested in strongly correlated systems and moire engineering in 2D materials through optical spectroscopy.

I enjoy various sports, including snowboarding, wakeboarding, hiking, and yoga. I also like to cook and go on road trips.

Interests in strain quantum sensing with color defects for use in TMD heterostructures.

I am a graduate student born in Los Angeles, California. I had a wonderful teacher in high school who really inspired me to work in physics, which I continued throughout college. With my electronic experience and desire to learn about quantum computing, I merged these into the quantum sensing I work on today. I can often be found cooking, trying foods around Austin, or playing a variety of games on my computer.

Exploring excited states, correlated states, and their dynamics in Van der Waals materials.

I enjoy sports – notably tennis, swimming, and weight training.

I’m interested in optical and transport study of quantum materials.

My research focuses on characterizing excited-state dynamics that govern charge and energy transport in 2D materials, with the goal of identifying device-level constraints to optimize optoelectronics.

I’m a graduate student originally from a small town in Eastern Oregon (~100 people) named Wamic. For my undergrad at Oregon State University, I began in engineering but was drawn to physics for its fundamental nature – especially after encountering the double-slit experiment, which sparked my fascination with quantum mechanics. This ultimately led me to condensed matter physics, a field where I could combine my engineering mindset with my intense physics curositites. For graduate studies, I merged my spectroscopy experience from undergrad with my passion for solid-state systems developed through coursework.

Outside of the lab, I enjoy cooking, baking, and watching documentaries on history and geopolitics.

Interests in exploring excited states, correlated states, and their dynamics in Van der Waals materials.

I am an undergrad at UT; I became interested in condensed matter because of how intersectional it is compared to other areas of physics. I enjoy applying concepts from pure math in my work and engaging more with chemistry and engineering via materials science. I like being more interdisciplinary where I can in my research, and I like both theory and experiment for different reasons. I also enjoy collecting dried mango pits, making weird drinks, and petting my cats.

Interests in exploring excited states, correlated states, and their dynamics in Van der Waals materials.

I enjoy spending time with friends and making weird digital art.

Interests in properties of TMD and twisted bilayer graphene.

I enjoy hiking, Chinese painting, and anything regarding soccer.

My name is Bao Tran and I am a Junior undergrad at University of Texas Austin. I am interested in the quantum world of physics and how they would interact with other materials. Some things I like to do outside of research is finding new food places to eat and walking around UT campus.

I’m a junior undergraduate student interested in a broad variety of subjects in condensed matter physics, specifically in heterostructure synthesis and characterization. In my free time, I like to play piano, bass guitar, and electric guitar!

I’m interested in two-dimensional nanomaterials and study their optical and electronic properties using spectroscopy and scanning probe techniques. I aim to gain first-hand experience and further deepen my understanding of this field through continued research.
In my free time, I enjoy studying in cafés and visiting new places.