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Dmitrii MaslovView profile

Professor

• Condensed Matter Theory
• Quantum Phase Transitions
• Fermi Liquids
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Dmitrii Maslov is Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Physics at University of Florida. He specializes in condensed matter theory, investigating quantum phase transitions, Fermi liquids, and spin-orbit interactions. Earned Ph.D. from Landau Institute (1989) with postdoctoral positions at University of Illinois and Simon Fraser University. Research focuses on: Electron correlations in quantum materials Transport phenomena in non-Galilean systems Magnetic field-induced instabilities Collective modes in spin-orbit coupled systems Publications demonstrate sustained theoretical work on quantum transport, optical properties, and critical phenomena. Recent articles examine Dirac materials, quantum criticality, and spin dynamics. Awards include: APS Fellowship (2009) NSF CAREER Award (1997) University of Florida Term Professorship (2017-2020) Stanislaw Ulam Distinguished Scholarship (2015-2016) Leads the Condensed Matter Theory group with extensive NSF funding. Teaches graduate courses including 'Qualitative Methods in Theoretical Physics'.

Yuta TakahashiView profile

Assistant Professor

• High-Energy Physics
• Particle Physics
• Experimental Physics
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Yuta Takahashi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Florida, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. He leads the Takahashi Lab, focusing on high-energy physics experiments and particle physics research. His work spans experimental analysis in collider physics, including investigations into jet production, Higgs boson properties, and quantum phenomena such as entanglement in top quark pairs. He has contributed to studies using the CMS experiment at the LHC, addressing topics like W boson mass measurements and gauge boson interactions. His interdisciplinary research also includes telecommunications innovations, such as optical communication systems and beamforming control methods, demonstrating a cross-disciplinary approach to technological challenges. Education : No explicit educational details provided in the text. Research Interests : Dr. Takahashi's primary focus lies in high-energy physics experiments, with emphasis on particle interactions in proton-proton and heavy-ion collisions. His lab explores topics such as gluon field dynamics in ultraperipheral collisions, jet substructure analysis, and novel communication systems. His work bridges theoretical predictions with experimental validation, contributing to both fundamental physics and applied engineering solutions. Recent Trends in Articles : His recent publications highlight advancements in precision measurements (e.g., W boson mass), searches for new physics (e.g., dijet resonances), and medium effects in relativistic collisions. He also addresses societal impacts through analyses of technological stagnation in industries and policy implications of market dynamics. Awards and Grants : No specific awards or grants mentioned in the provided text. Lab Activities : The Takahashi Lab engages in cutting-edge research at the intersection of particle physics and applied engineering, emphasizing experimental validation and innovation in both theoretical and technological domains.

Jiabin YuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Topological Quantum Materials
• Strongly Correlated Systems
• Moiré Superlattices
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Jiabin Yu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Florida, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Pennsylvania State University (2020). His research focuses on topological quantum materials, strongly correlated systems, and moiré superlattices, with particular emphasis on quantum field theory, superconductivity, and machine learning applications in quantum algorithms. Research interests include theoretical and computational studies of topological phases, quantum geometry, and electronic structure in 2D materials. His work explores phenomena such as Berry phase quantization, fractional Chern insulators, and strain engineering in twisted bilayer systems. He also investigates the interplay between topology and superconductivity, leveraging density functional theory and quantum algorithms for material design. Recent publications highlight advancements in moiré physics, Wilson loop bounds in quantum geometry, and universal model-building methods for twisted 2D materials. His research bridges computational modeling with experimental predictions, targeting novel topological states and quantum technologies. Yu's group, the Condensed Matter Theory Research Group, actively explores frontiers in quantum materials and their emergent phenomena.

• Partial Differential Equations
• Quantum Physics
• Numerical Analysis
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Norbert J. Mauser is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Vienna's Faculty of Mathematics and Director of the Wolfgang Pauli Institute (a CNRS-UMI 2842 collaboration). He also holds leadership roles in multiple research initiatives, including the START Award project on Nonlinear Schrödinger and Quantum Boltzmann equations. His work bridges theoretical mathematics, quantum physics, and computational science. Director: Wolfgang Pauli Institute (Vienna) Co-Director: Jungen Kurie (Austrian Academy of Sciences) Coordinator: EU HYKE & DEASE networks Research focuses on Partial Differential Equations (PDEs), quantum systems, numerical analysis, and their applications. Key areas include nonlinear Schrödinger equations, semiclassical limits, micromagnetism, and correlation measures in quantum systems. His projects span international collaborations, including French-Austrian ANR-FWF initiatives on quantum structures and WWTF-funded work on ultrafast spectroscopy and nano-sensors. He has led over 30 funded research projects as Principal Investigator. Scientific Award: START Award (Austrian Science Fund) Advising and grants include supervision of multi-scale modeling projects, leadership in FWF doctoral programs, and coordination of EU training networks. His work interfaces with applied fields like computational materials science and bio-nanotechnology. Labs/Teams: Core researcher at the Wolfgang Pauli Institute and Vienna Computational Materials Laboratory (ViCoM).

• Topological materials
• Quantum materials
• Topological quantum technologies
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MUHAMMAD Nadeem is a Research Fellow at the University of Wollongong's Institute for Superconducting and Electronic Materials. His work focuses on theoretical quantum condensed matter physics, emphasizing quantum materials and their applications in quantum technologies. He explores non-trivial quantum mechanical effects in materials to develop next-generation quantum devices such as topological quantum transistors and superconducting diodes. His research interests span topological materials, quantum materials, and topological quantum technologies. He investigates how quantum phenomena like the Quantum Anomalous Hall Effect and spin-orbital coupling can be engineered for practical applications. His recent work emphasizes entropy-engineering approaches and the design of low-power quantum devices. Nadeem's publications highlight trends in topological spintronics without spin-orbit interaction, optimization of 2D-Xene nanoribbons, and overcoming thermodynamic limitations in transistors. His contributions advance both foundational understanding and applied engineering challenges in quantum technology commercialization. He currently supervises a Master of Philosophy project on low-cost Heusler alloy thermoelectric materials for energy harvesting. While no scientific awards are listed, his prolific publication record reflects sustained research excellence in quantum materials and topological electronics.

Pengcheng DaiView profile

Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Neutron Scattering
• Quantum Spin Liquids
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Pengcheng Dai is the Sam and Helen Worden Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Rice University . His research focuses on experimental condensed matter physics, particularly using neutron scattering to study correlated electron materials such as quantum spin liquids, superconductors, and kagome lattice systems. He holds a BS in Physics from Zhengzhou University (1984) and a PhD in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics from the University of Missouri-Columbia (1993). His work emphasizes neutron diffraction, muon spin relaxation (μSR), and other advanced spectroscopic techniques to explore emergent phenomena in complex materials, including fractionalized excitations in spin ices, unconventional superconductivity in kagome metals, and charge density wave (CDW) ordering in magnetic systems. Key themes include flat band physics, topological band structures, and the interplay between magnetism and electronic transport. Recent studies have investigated strain-tunable superconductivity in CsV₃Sb₅, magnetic excitations in van der Waals ferromagnets like CrGeTe₃, and the interplay between CDW and magnetic orders in FeGe. His research also addresses nematicity in iron-based superconductors and the role of spin-orbit coupling in topological materials. Notable experimental platforms include neutron scattering at facilities such as the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) and muon beamlines. He collaborates extensively on material synthesis and theoretical modeling to interpret electronic and magnetic phase diagrams.

• Statistical mechanics
• Quantum physics
• Tensor networks
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Jutho Haegeman is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Ghent University's Faculty of Sciences. His research spans multiple areas within theoretical and computational physics, with a particular focus on quantum many-body systems and advanced numerical methods. His primary research interests include tensor networks, topological order, quantum many-body physics, quantum spin systems, statistical mechanics, field theory, string theory, and computational physics. Haegeman has developed sophisticated methods for studying quantum systems, particularly focusing on tensor network approaches for quantum simulation and analysis of complex quantum phenomena. His recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to understanding critical fermionic systems, conformal field theories, topological phases, and quantum simulations on lattices. His work bridges mathematical physics with practical computational approaches, enabling new insights into quantum phenomena that were previously difficult to access through conventional methods. Haegeman has made substantial contributions to the development of tensor network methods for quantum many-body systems, particularly in the areas of matrix product states, projected entangled-pair states, and their applications to challenging problems in condensed matter physics and quantum field theory. His research often involves innovative approaches to handle entanglement, criticality, and topological properties in quantum systems. As an academic advisor, he has supervised numerous PhD students including Lukas Devos (2024), Quinten Mortier (2023), Laurens Lootens (2023), Gertian Roose (2022), Tom Vieijra (2022), Maarten Van Damme (2022), Alexis Schotte (2021), and Matthias Bal (2018). His extensive collaboration network includes Frank Verstraete (75 co-authored papers), Laurens Vanderstraeten (29 papers), and several other prominent researchers in the field.

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Strongly Correlated Electron Systems
• Quantum Criticality
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Qimiao Si is the Harry C. and Olga K. Wiess Professor of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University, affiliated with the Wiess School of Natural Sciences. He earned his B.S. from the University of Science and Technology of China (1986) and his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Chicago (1991). His research focuses on theoretical condensed matter physics, particularly strongly correlated electron systems, including quantum criticality, iron-based superconductivity, and topological metals. He has pioneered theories such as local quantum criticality and the Weyl-Kondo semimetal state, advancing beyond Landau’s framework. Key achievements include contributions to understanding magnetic heavy fermion systems, iron-based superconductors, and topological states driven by electron correlations. He has published over 215 articles in top journals and delivered 370+ invited talks. Awards include the Humboldt Research Prize (2012) and Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellowship (2023). He has organized major conferences, including SCES’07 and Aspen Winter Conferences on High-Temperature Superconductivity. His work bridges quantum criticality and superconductivity, with recent studies exploring nematicity in FeSe, orbital-selective Mott transitions, and topological semimetals. He serves on editorial and advisory boards, including the Aspen Center for Physics and Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter.

Philippe CorbozView profile

Associate Professor

• Strongly correlated quantum many-body systems
• 2D tensor network algorithms
• Fermionic lattice models
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Philippe Corboz is an Associate Professor in Condensed Matter Theory at the Institute for Theoretical Physics (ITFA) within the Faculty of Science at the University of Amsterdam (UvA). He is affiliated with the Delta Institute for Theoretical Physics (D-ITP), the European Tensor Network, and QuSoft. His research focuses on computational methods for simulating strongly correlated quantum many-body systems, particularly 2D tensor network algorithms like PEPS and MERA. His work addresses applications in: Fermionic lattice models (Hubbard/t-J) related to high-Tc superconductivity Frustrated spin systems (Shastry-Sutherland model, SU(N) Heisenberg models) Bosonic systems (Helium-4 films, supersolids) Corboz also investigates quantum Monte Carlo and density matrix renormalization group (DMRG) methods. He teaches the course "Advanced numerical methods in many-body physics" (6EC), emphasizing practical implementation in Python. Current group members include postdocs Qi Yang, Wout Merbis, Naushad Kamar, and PhD students Yining Zhang, Stijn Kleijweg, Emilio Cortes Estay. Former students include Juan Osorio Iregui, Ido Niesen, and Boris Ponsioen. His research is supported by the European Research Council (ERC) and the UvA Institute of Physics (IoP).

Vladyslav KoziiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Topological Superconductivity
• Strongly Interacting Systems
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Vladyslav Kozii is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University, specializing in condensed matter theory. His research focuses on topological superconductivity and strongly interacting quantum systems. Ph.D. from MIT (2019) B.S. and M.S. from Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (2011, 2013) Postdoctoral work at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and UC Berkeley (2019–2021) Kozii explores exotic superconductivity, electron hydrodynamics, and transport properties in topological materials. His work bridges theoretical predictions with experimental observations, particularly in magic-angle graphene and Dirac/Weyl semimetals. Recent publications highlight trends in non-Hermitian topology , quantum criticality , and electron interactions . Key subfields include Goldstone-mediated pairing, bulk Fermi arcs, and nonlinear optical responses in Weyl systems.

Colin MorningstarView profile

Professor

• Quantum Chromodynamics
• Lattice Field Theory
• Nonperturbative Quantum Field Theory
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Colin Morningstar is a Professor of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University within the Mellon College of Science. He specializes in nonperturbative phenomena in quantum field theories, particularly through computational studies of quantum chromodynamics (QCD) and hadron physics. Academic Affiliation: Department of Physics, Carnegie Mellon University Research Focus: Lattice QCD simulations, hadron confinement, glueball spectrum, meson-baryon scattering Education: PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics, University of Toronto (1991) M.Sc. in Theoretical Particle Physics, University of Toronto (1986) His research interests center on nonperturbative aspects of quantum field theories, especially using lattice QCD Monte Carlo simulations to study hadron formation and quark confinement. Key achievements include determining the glueball spectrum in pure Yang-Mills theory and heavy-quark hybrid meson spectra in the Born-Oppenheimer approximation. Current work involves ab initio studies of excited baryon and meson spectra using supercomputing resources from NSF XSEDE and DOE INCITE programs. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the American Physical Society He has supervised multiple graduate students including Ruairi Brett, Andrew Hanlon, Jacob Fallica, and others. His research involves collaborations with institutions like JLab and funding for computational infrastructure. He also contributes to developing lattice field theory software for nuclear physics applications.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Spin Transport
• Magnetism
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Simranjeet Singh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Central Florida (2014) and a B.Sc. in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry from Panjab University (India, 2004). Prior to his current role, he served as an Assistant Research Professor at CMU (2018–present) and a Post-doctoral Researcher at Ohio State University (2015–2018). His research focuses on condensed matter experiment , particularly magnetism, spin transport, and spin dynamics in low-dimensional systems. His group explores quantum confined systems like 2D materials (graphene, WS₂, MoS₂), topological insulators, and van der Waals heterostructures. Techniques include atomically precise assembly, nanodevice fabrication, spin/charge transport measurements, and time-resolved microscopy. Recent work emphasizes spin-orbit torque effects, antiferromagnetic dynamics, and gate-tunable magnetic proximity effects. Publications highlight advancements in spintronic devices, van Hove singularities in twisted bilayer graphene, and spin-pumping mechanisms. His research bridges quantum materials with practical applications in spintronics and nanoelectronics. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided text.

• Quantum Computing
• Topological Quantum Computation
• Tensor Networks
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Andreas Bauer is a Research Fellow at the Department of Mechanical Engineering , Massachusetts Institute of Technology , focusing on quantum computing and topological phases of matter. His work bridges theoretical physics and computational methods, with an emphasis on fault-tolerant systems and tensor networks. Research Focus: Topological quantum computation, quantum error correction, tensor networks, and condensed matter physics. Email: andib@mit.edu

Andreas SchnyderView profile

Research Professor

• Topological phenomena
• Non-equilibrium phenomena
• Unconventional superconductivity
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Andreas Schnyder is a Research Professor and Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart, Germany, where he leads the Quantum Many-Body Theory department. His research focuses on topological phenomena in condensed matter systems, non-equilibrium physics, and unconventional superconductivity. He holds a PhD in Theoretical Physics from ETH Zürich and was previously a postdoctoral fellow at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. Research Interests: Dr. Schnyder's work spans topological insulators, non-Hermitian quantum systems, and synthetic quantum materials. His group develops theoretical frameworks to understand exotic quantum states and their potential applications in quantum computation. Key areas include: Topological classification of quantum matter Non-equilibrium dynamics in superconductors Quantum magnet phenomena and frustration effects His publications demonstrate a strong focus on topological materials characterization, with recent work exploring kagome superconductors and higher-order topological states. Research trends show increased emphasis on experimental validation of theoretical models and material-specific predictions. Awards: Walter Schottky Prize (2015) Polya Prize (2003) Dr. Schnyder leads an active research group including postdoctoral researchers and graduate students. He has supervised numerous PhD candidates who now hold positions at international institutions. His team collaborates extensively within the Max Planck-UBC-UTokyo Center for Quantum Materials.

Stephanie LawView profile

Associate Professor

• Thin Films Synthesis
• Metamaterials
• Photonic Materials
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Stephanie Law is an Associate Professor and Norris B. McFarlane Faculty Career Development Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. Her research focuses on synthesizing thin films and heterostructures using molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) for energy applications, including photonic materials, metamaterials, and semiconductor devices. Her work spans visible to terahertz frequencies, addressing applications such as solar cells, waste heat recovery, and photocatalysis. Recent achievements include recognition of her graduate student’s research by a national society (2025), and her involvement in IEE seed grants (2024). She leads a research group actively publishing in journals like Advanced Materials and ACS Nano , focusing on topics such as Dirac plasmons, topological insulators, and gradient permittivity materials. Her research themes integrate experimental and computational approaches, emphasizing epitaxial growth optimization, material characterization, and device applications. Collaborations span nanomaterials synthesis, optical properties of 2D materials, and THz plasmonics, reflecting her interdisciplinary impact in energy and photonics.