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Jean-Philippe Brantut is an Associate Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Basic Sciences (SB), the Institute of Physics (IPHYS), and the School of Physics (SPH-ENS). He leads the Laboratory for Quantum Gases (LQG), a research group focused on quantum simulation with ultracold atomic systems. He also serves as a PhD program committee member for the Doctoral Program in Physics at EPFL. Research Interests: His work lies at the intersection of quantum optics, atomic physics, and condensed matter physics. He investigates strongly correlated fermionic systems, cavity quantum electrodynamics, mesoscopic physics, and quantum transport. His group pioneers the integration of Fermi gases with high-finesse optical cavities to simulate quantum devices and explore novel quantum matter. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications, appearing in Nature , Science , and Nature Physics , demonstrate a strong focus on engineering quantum many-body systems using photon-mediated interactions. Key themes include the realization of random spin models, observation of density-wave ordering, and the investigation of universal pair polaritons in strongly interacting Fermi gases. His earlier work laid foundations in quantum thermoelectricity and quantized transport in neutral matter. Scientific Awards: Latsis University Prize (2023) Physics Teaching Award at EPFL (2023) ERC Consolidator Grant (2022): Driven and Dissipative Quantum Simulators ERC Starting Grant (2016): Devices, engines and circuits: quantum engineering with cold atoms Fondation Sandoz Chair (2016) SNSF Ambizione Fellowship (2013) Advising and Grants: Brantut actively supervises multiple PhD students, including current students Gaia Bolognini, Tabea Bühler, Ekaterina Fedotova, Francesca Orsi, and Zeyang Xue, and has advised several successful graduates such as Victor Helson, Kevin Roux, Nick Sauerwein, and Timo Zwettler. His research is supported by major grants, most notably two European Research Council (ERC) grants, underscoring the significance and innovation of his work in quantum simulation and quantum engineering. Laboratories and Teams: He leads the Laboratory for Quantum Gases (LQG) at EPFL, which operates two main experimental setups: the Fermi gas experiment and the microscope experiment. The team includes post-doctoral researchers, PhD students, and visiting scientists, fostering a collaborative environment for advancing quantum science with ultracold atoms.

• Quantum optics
• Quantum simulation
• Strongly correlated Fermions
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Eugene Demler is a Full Professor at the Department of Physics, ETH Zurich. Previously, he held academic positions at Harvard University from 1998 to 2021, including Assistant Professor (2001-2004), Associate Professor (unspecified dates), and Full Professor (2005-2021). His work bridges theoretical condensed matter physics, atomic and molecular physics, quantum optics, and quantum simulations. Education: MSc in Physics, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (1993) Diploma work, Lebedev Physics Institute (1992-1993) PhD in Theoretical Physics, Stanford University (1998), supervised by S.C. Zhang Demler's research focuses on strongly correlated quantum systems, spintronics, quantum sensing, and photo-induced phase transitions. His recent publications explore topics such as quantum polarons, Josephson plasmons, magnon dynamics, and terahertz spectroscopy in superconductors. He has pioneered hybrid quantum-classical methods for electron-phonon systems and cavity-mediated quantum materials. His Google Scholar articles (2023-2025) span theoretical and experimental domains, with keywords including Quantum Physics , Condensed Matter Physics , and Quantum Optics . Subfields include Quantum Control , Superconductivity , Spin Waves , Quantum Sensing , Non-Equilibrium Dynamics , and Quantum Simulation . Scientific Awards: Hamburg Prize for Theoretical Physics (2021) Simons Investigator (2021) Moore Distinguished Scholar (2020) Hanna Visiting Scholar (2019) Highly Cited Researcher (2017-2020) Senior Fellow at ETH Zurich's Institute for Theoretical Studies (2015) Simons Fellowship (2015) Distinguished Scholar at Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (2015) Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher (2014) Siemens Research Award (2006) Johannes Gutenberg Lecture Award (2006) NSF Career Award (2002) Sloan Fellowship (2002) Demler teaches courses such as Statistical Physics and Strongly Correlated Systems in Atomic and Condensed Matter Physics . His work integrates theoretical modeling with experimental collaborations, particularly in quantum optics and condensed matter systems.

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Atomic and Molecular Physics
• Quantum Optics
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Konrad Viebahn is a Researcher at ETH Zurich's Department of Physics, working within the Professorship for Quantum Optics. Based at HPF D 23, Otto-Stern-Weg 1, Zurich, he contributes to experimental quantum simulation research with contact via viebahnk@ethz.ch and +41 44 633 23 45. His research centers on quantum many-body systems in optical lattices, specializing in topological phenomena and Floquet engineering. Key interests include Thouless pumping in driven systems, quantum control of ultracold atoms, and mitigating heating in Floquet-Hubbard lattices. His work bridges theoretical concepts like topological phase transitions with experimental implementations using laser-cooled atomic gases. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals a consistent focus on engineering topological quantum behavior through periodic driving techniques. His group pioneers two-tone driving methods to manipulate band structures, enabling protected quantum gates and precise charge pumping. This research directly addresses challenges in quantum simulation scalability and error mitigation for future quantum technologies. As part of ETH Zurich's Quantum Optics group, Dr. Viebahn utilizes advanced optical lattice platforms to study strongly correlated quantum matter. The team's experimental setup involves precision laser systems for creating dynamical potentials, with recent work emphasizing the interplay between interactions and topology in non-equilibrium systems.

• Quantum Optics
• Quantum Simulation
• Ultracold Atoms
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Louk Rademaker is an Assistant Professor and SNSF Professor at the University of Geneva, affiliated with the Ecole de physique. His research focuses on theoretical quantum matter, especially strongly correlated systems, topological materials, and moiré systems such as twisted bilayer graphene and monolayer FeSe. He leads the Theory of Flat and Strange Quantum Matter group, integrating fundamental theoretical concepts with material science. His research interests include: Strong electron correlations and Mottness Strange metals and non-Fermi liquid behavior Topological quantum phenomena Spontaneous symmetry breaking Quantum transport and topological insulators Moiré superlattices in 2D materials The recent publications reflect a strong focus on symmetry-breaking physics, topological phases, and computational methods in condensed matter. His work bridges high-energy concepts with solid-state systems, particularly in low-dimensional and twisted materials. Notably, his pedagogical contributions include widely cited lecture notes on spontaneous symmetry breaking and density functional theory. His scientific awards include: SNSF Professor Ambizione Fellow Louk Rademaker has advised and collaborated with several researchers and has been involved in teaching advanced topics such as quantum transport and topological insulators at the Master’s level. He has also developed practical computational courses using Quantum ESPRESSO. His group organizes the Flat Club seminar series, fostering academic exchange in the field of flatband physics. He leads a research group focused on theoretical modeling of quantum materials, with ongoing work in correlated moiré systems and topological phases.

• Theoretical Quantum Matter Physics
• Strongly Correlated Electron Systems
• Topological Materials
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Prof. Dr. Tomasz Smolenski is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Basel, Switzerland, leading the FG Smolenski research group within the Faculty of Science. His research focuses on quantum materials and condensed matter physics with particular emphasis on 2D materials and their quantum optical properties. Dr. Smolenski's educational background includes: Bachelor's degree in Physics from University of Warsaw, Poland (2010) Master's degree in Physics from University of Warsaw, Poland (2012) PhD in Condensed Matter Physics from University of Warsaw (2018) with summa cum laude His research investigates collective electronic, excitonic, and spin phenomena in tunable atomically-thin quantum materials using low-temperature magneto-optical and quantum-optical spectroscopy. His group designs and assembles van der Waals heterostructures and probes them with various opto-electronic techniques including linear/non-linear spectroscopy, ultra-fast time-resolved experiments, and super-resolution imaging. This enables exploration of novel strongly correlated phases of matter such as electronic crystals, topological liquids, and unconventional magnets. Analysis of Dr. Smolenski's recent publications reveals a strong focus on quantum phenomena in 2D materials, particularly concerning excitons, topological phases, and quantum confinement effects. His work bridges fundamental condensed matter physics with potential applications in quantum technologies and quantum computing. Dr. Smolenski has received notable recognition for his work: Polish Prime Minister Prize—the most prestigious award for a PhD thesis in Poland Fellowship from the Polish National Science Centre Before joining the University of Basel in 2025, Dr. Smolenski worked as a postdoctoral researcher at ETH Zürich under Atac Imamoglu. During his PhD studies, he collaborated with LNCMI-CNRS in Grenoble, France. His research group is part of the Basel Quantum Center, which focuses on quantum science and technology applications in quantum computing, sensing, communication, and simulation.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Materials
• Nanophysics
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Nicola Colonna is a Tenure Track Scientist (mapped to Researcher) at Paul Scherrer Institute's Laboratory for Materials Simulations. Focuses on Koopmans spectral functionals and electronic structure theory. Research develops computational methods for predicting electronic properties of quantum materials, perovskites, and nanoporous systems using orbital-density-dependent functionals. Recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate: 60% focus on Koopmans functional methodology development, 25% on perovskite electronic structures, and 15% on quantum material characterization. Common themes include spectral accuracy, high-throughput screening, and validation against experimental benchmarks. Software Development: Contributed to open-source koopmans package for spectral property prediction.

• Computational Materials Science
• Electronic Structure
• Koopmans Functionals
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Ivan Morera Navarro holds a Researcher position at ETH Zürich's Theoretical Physics of Condensed Matter department. His work focuses on quantum simulators, many-body systems, and ultracold atoms. Key research topics include the Fermi-Hubbard model, spin polarons, and kinetic magnetism in frustrated systems. Recent studies explore quasiparticle excitations and quantum droplets in optical lattices. Publications emphasize experimental and theoretical insights into Nagaoka polarons, magnon-polarons, and magnetic phases in ultracold fermionic systems. His work bridges quantum simulation techniques with condensed matter phenomena, contributing to advancements in understanding strongly correlated systems. No awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Simulation
• Many-Body Systems
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Prof. Andreas Läuchli is a faculty member at the University of Innsbruck in the Department of Theoretical Physics . His research spans quantum physics, condensed matter physics, and quantum simulations, focusing on strongly correlated systems, topological order, and critical phenomena. Specializes in quantum spin systems, Chern insulators, and quantum entanglement Active in developing numerical algorithms for quantum many-body problems Investigates quantum phase transitions using tensor networks and exact diagonalization His recent publications (2023-2025) highlight work on: Emergent conformal field theory in matrix product states Field-induced quantum criticality in frustrated magnets Topological density wave order in moiré systems Quantum Monte Carlo simulations of Chern bands Dipolar cavity quantum electrodynamics He leads the Läuchli Lab at the University of Innsbruck, which develops open-source quantum simulation software packages and contributes to tensor network algorithms for entanglement studies.

• Quantum Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Simulations
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Philipp Werner is a Full Professor at the Department of Physics, Faculty of Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Medicine, University of Fribourg. His research focuses on quantum many-body systems, ultrafast phenomena, and strongly correlated materials. Affiliation: University of Fribourg Academic Rank: Professor Contact: philipp.werner@unifr.ch Research Interests: Werner's work explores the interplay of electron correlations, spin-orbit interactions, and ultrafast dynamics in quantum materials. He develops advanced computational methods like tensor cross interpolation and dynamical mean-field theory to study systems such as Mott insulators, Hubbard models, and transition metal compounds. Recent Publications: His recent studies investigate topics including high-harmonic generation in quantum systems, spin-orbit driven nonlinear dynamics, and hidden Kondo lattice physics. These works often involve nonequilibrium simulations and time-resolved spectroscopic techniques.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Computational Physics
• Quantum Many-Body Systems
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Andreas Martin Läuchli Herzig is a Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Basic Sciences (SB) and the Department of Physics (IPHYS). He leads the Laeuchli Laboratory for Theoretical and Computational Physics (LLTCP) and contributes to teaching at the Swiss Physics School . His research focuses on computational physics, condensed matter theory, and high-performance computing, with a particular emphasis on quantum many-body systems and exact diagonalization techniques. Key research areas include quantum phase transitions, topological materials, and the dynamics of strongly correlated systems. He has advised several doctoral students, including Baptiste Demazure, Arjun Dey, and Tianyue Huang. His work bridges theoretical advancements with computational methods, contributing to fields like quantum simulation and topological band theory. Recent publications explore topics such as entanglement scaling in matrix product states, supersymmetric spin dynamics, and quantum criticality in frustrated magnets. Despite no listed awards, his contributions to computational condensed matter physics are widely recognized in academic circles.

• Computational Physics
• Condensed Matter Theory
• High Performance Computing
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Dr. Bruce Normand is a Senior Staff Scientist at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Switzerland, where he leads research in theoretical and computational physics. He holds a BA from Cambridge University and PhD from MIT, with postdoctoral experience at University of Tokyo, ETH Zurich, and University of Basel. Previously, he served as Professor at Renmin University of China and Senior Research Consultant at EPFL. His research focuses on quantum magnetism, exploring phenomena such as quantum phase transitions, spin liquids, and unconventional superconductivity in strongly correlated electron systems. He employs analytical methods and collaborates closely with experimentalists to interpret spectroscopic data and material properties. Awards and recognitions include his Senior Staff Scientist position at PSI, and his work has been published in high-impact journals such as Nature Physics and Physical Review Letters . His research bridges theoretical frameworks with experimental validation in quantum materials.

• Quantum Magnetism
• Quantum Phase Transitions
• Superconductors
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Gregor Jotzu is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), leading the Dynamic Quantum Materials Laboratory (DQML). His research focuses on controlling quantum materials using intense laser pulses and exploring dynamics in strongly correlated systems. He holds academic appointments in both the School of Engineering (STI) and the School of Basic Sciences (SB), with roles in the IMX and LACUS departments. Education: Bachelor's from the University of Oxford, PhD from ETH Zurich under Tilman Esslinger. Postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter under Andrea Cavalleri. His work on Floquet engineering and topological superconductivity earned the Swiss Physical Society's Prize in General Physics and recognition by the Nobel committee. Research interests include light-induced topological phases, photo-doping in superconductors, and Floquet engineering of quantum materials. Teaching focuses on materials science and engineering, with courses like 'Quantum Materials: Fundamentals and Applications' and 'Probability and Statistics for Materials Science.' Key Achievements: Experimental realization of topological Floquet states in ultracold fermions Discovery of light-induced superconductivity in YBaCuO and K3C60 Pioneering work on non-equilibrium quantum magnetism Awards: Swiss Physical Society Prize in General Physics (2019), Cited by Nobel Prize Committee (2020) Labs: Dynamic Quantum Materials Laboratory (DQML), LACUS (Laboratory for Attosecond and High-Field Science)

• Quantum Materials
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Laser-Matter Interaction
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Thorsten Schmitt is a Research Professor and Group Leader of the Spectroscopy of Quantum Materials / ADRESS, SIS Group at the Paul Scherrer Institute's Photon Science Division. He holds a PhD in Physics from Uppsala University and a Dipl. Phys. (MSc equivalent) from Johannes Gutenberg-University of Mainz. His research focuses on correlated-electron materials, superconductivity, and RIXS spectroscopy. He leads a team of ~20 scientists and manages two synchrotron beamlines (SIS and ADRESS) at the Swiss Light Source. Education: PhD in Physics (Uppsala University), Dipl. Phys. (Mainz University) Scientific interests include quantum materials, magnetism, and ultrafast dynamics. He discovered spin-orbit separation in Sr₂CuO₃ and demonstrated RIXS's potential for studying ultrafast phenomena. His work bridges theory and experiment, with contributions to nickelates, iridates, and quantum confinement effects in thin films. Awards: Silver Medal of the Ångström Premium for outstanding PhD thesis. Leadership roles include editorial board member of Journal of Electron Spectroscopy , beamline scientist for ADRESS RIXS projects, and PSI sustainability initiatives. His labs focus on advanced X-ray spectroscopy techniques and correlated electron systems.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Materials
• Superconductivity
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Dr. Jannes Nys is a researcher at the Professorship for Computational Physics at ETH Zürich. His work bridges computational physics and machine learning, focusing on quantum systems and many-body problems. Email: jannys@phys.ethz.ch Research Interests: His research spans computational physics, quantum many-body systems, and machine learning applications in physics. He develops neural network-based quantum states and symmetry-aware algorithms for simulating complex quantum phenomena. Quantum Many-Body Systems Neural Quantum States Ab-initio Simulations Quantum Chemistry Topological Entanglement High Energy Physics Recent Article Trends: His publications highlight the intersection of machine learning and quantum physics, including neural wavefunction optimization for non-Hermitian systems, symmetry-aware models for electron spectroscopy, and variational methods for real-time quantum dynamics. He also explores exotic hadrons in particle physics and novel quantum Monte Carlo approaches.

• Computational Physics
• Quantum Many-Body Systems
• Machine Learning in Physics
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