Cyrus Dreyer

Cyrus Dreyer is an Assistant Professor in Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University, with a joint appointment as Associate Research Scientist at the Flatiron Institute's Center for Computational Quantum Physics. His research develops first-principles techniques using density functional theory to study electronic materials, combining condensed matter theories with computational approaches to explore materials properties and device designs.

Holds a Ph.D. in Materials from UC Santa Barbara and completed postdoctoral work at Rutgers University. Research focuses on computational methods for predicting electronic properties, defect behavior, and quantum phenomena in materials.

Teaches computational physics courses including PHY 604 (Computational Methods in Physics and Astronomy II). Research bridges theoretical models with experimental characterization techniques for materials analysis.

Recent publications focus on quantum Monte Carlo methods, 2D materials, defect dynamics, and electronic structure theory. Article trends show progression from fundamental theoretical frameworks to applications in quantum materials and devices.