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Christian Degen is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Physics, where he leads research in the Laboratory of Solid State Physics (Laboratorium für Festkörperphysik). His work focuses on developing advanced quantum sensing techniques using nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in diamond for nanoscale magnetic and electric field imaging. He teaches Introduction to Solid State Physics at ETH Zurich and maintains an active research group focused on quantum technologies.
Professor Degen's research interests span quantum sensing, solid state physics, spin physics, and nanoscale magnetic resonance imaging. His laboratory develops novel techniques for magnetic force microscopy, quantum magnetometry with nanosecond time resolution, and imaging of antiferromagnetic and ferroelectric materials at the nanometer scale. His work bridges fundamental quantum physics with practical applications in materials characterization.
Analysis of Professor Degen's recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong focus on advancing quantum sensing technologies, particularly using NV centers in diamond. His research explores chiral spin structures, antiferromagnetic domain walls, and high-resolution magnetic imaging techniques. He has made significant contributions to improving the sensitivity and resolution of scanning probe microscopy methods, with applications ranging from fundamental spin physics to potential biomedical imaging.
Professor Degen's research group has developed innovative approaches for quantum speed limits in sensing, vibrational squeezing techniques, and multiplexed scanning microscopy with dual-qubit systems. His work on SimOS, a Python framework for simulating optically addressable spins, demonstrates his commitment to developing computational tools that support experimental quantum physics research.
