Erik Henriksen

Erik Henriksen is an Associate Professor of Physics and Associate Director of IMSE Facilities at Washington University in St. Louis. He holds a PhD and MA/MPhil from Columbia University and a BA from Swarthmore College. His research laboratory employs nanofabrication techniques and cryogenic measurements to study quantum phenomena in low-dimensional materials.

His research focuses on:

• Topological electronic phases in graphene
• Infrared spectroscopy of quasi-relativistic electrons
• Quantum spin liquids and exotic magnetism
• Device fabrication using atomically-thin materials

Experiments are conducted at temperatures near absolute zero and high magnetic fields, including collaborations with the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory.

Henriksen's publications demonstrate consistent focus on quantum electronic behavior in 2D materials, with recent work emphasizing many-body interactions and advanced characterization techniques.

Awards and recognition:

• Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Experimental Physics Investigator (2022)
• NSF Quantum Sensing Challenges Grant

He co-directs the Center for Quantum Leaps initiative and leads a research team developing novel quantum-scale sensors. His work bridges fundamental physics and practical applications in quantum technology.