Adrian Bachtold

Prof. Adrian Bachtold is a Professor at the Institute of Photonic Sciences (ICFO), leading the Quantum NanoElectronics and NanoMechanics group. His research focuses on quantum phenomena in nanoscale systems, including twisted bilayer graphene, carbon nanotubes, and nanomechanical resonators. He explores quantum transport, mechanical resonators with ultra-long lifetimes, and applications in quantum simulation and quantum bits.

Research Interests:

• Quantum electrical, mechanical, and optical properties of nanodevices
• Mesoscopic investigation of quantum electron transport
• Electromechanical resonators for quantum sensing
• Development of mechanical qubits

His work has led to significant advancements, such as nonlinear nanomechanical resonators approaching the quantum ground state and ultra-broadband photodetection using twisted graphene. He has secured funding through projects like MechQSim (EU), BBVA Fundamentos Grant (2024), and grants from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation.

Awards:

• BBVA Fundamentos Grant (2024)
• Fundació CELLEX Barcelona Grant

He actively mentors students and researchers at all levels (Master’s, PhD, Postdoc) and is involved in recruiting talent for projects in quantum electromechanics and matter physics. His group collaborates on initiatives like ICFO's QTWIST program, advancing the frontiers of quantum nanotechnology.