Patrick Maletinsky

Prof. Patrick Maletinsky is a Full Professor and Head of the Department of Physics at the University of Basel. He leads the Maletinsky Research Group focused on quantum sensing and nanoscale magnetometry using nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in diamond. His academic journey includes a PhD from ETH Zurich (2010 Schläfli Prize recipient) and postdoctoral research at Harvard University. Current research emphasizes quantum technologies for imaging exotic materials and mesoscopic systems, with applications in condensed matter physics and quantum computing. Key projects include the QuantumLeap initiative and leadership in NCCR SPIN for silicon-based quantum computing.

• Education:
• PhD in Physics, ETH Zurich (2008)
• Studies at École Normale Supérieure Paris and JILA, Boulder

Research interests span quantum sensing, nanoscale magnetometry, and NV center-based tools for probing magnetic materials. His group pioneered cryogenic nanoscale magnetometers and demonstrated imaging of cuprate superconductors. Awards include the Georg-H.-Endress Professorship (2012) and promotion to Associate Professor (2017) before becoming Full Professor and Department Head.

Scientific achievements include coupling NV spins to mechanical oscillators, strain-based sensing, and nanophotonics in diamond nanostructures. His work bridges quantum technologies with condensed matter challenges, targeting exotic states like topological materials and strongly correlated systems.