Sankar Das Sarma

Sankar Das Sarma is a Distinguished University Professor and Director of the Condensed Matter Theory Center (CMTC) at the University of Maryland. He holds the Richard E. Prange Chair and is a leading researcher in condensed matter theory and quantum science. His work focuses on topological materials, quantum computing, superconductivity, and many-body phenomena.

Das Sarma’s research explores theoretical frameworks for quantum technologies, including Majorana nanowires, topological superconductors, and quantum dot qubits. He has pioneered studies on disorder effects in topological systems and machine learning applications for quantum device optimization. His contributions to the fractional quantum Hall effect, moiré materials, and exciton condensation have been widely recognized.

Notably, his group has advanced understanding of Majorana zero modes, Kondo lattice models in twisted bilayer graphene, and prethermal discrete time crystals. He has collaborated extensively on experimental platforms like germanium-based and graphene-based quantum systems.

Das Sarma has received multiple recognitions, including being named a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate in 2018, 2019, and 2020. He leads the CMTC, fostering interdisciplinary research at the intersection of theory and experiment in quantum materials and technologies.