Jason K Kawasaki

Jason K Kawasaki is an Affiliated Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research focuses on quantum materials, epitaxy techniques, and strain engineering, with a particular emphasis on exploring novel electronic and magnetic properties in thin films and nanomaterials. He investigates phenomena such as flexomagnetism, superconductivity, and surface-mediated reactions in systems like Heusler compounds and graphene-based heterostructures.

Key research areas include:

• Design and synthesis of epitaxial quantum materials using advanced growth techniques
• Strain-driven phase transitions and property modifications in thin films
• Development of novel instrumentation like the X-FAST spectroscopy platform
• Interfacial effects in heterostructures and nanomembranes

His work spans applications in energy materials (e.g., electrocatalysis), topological materials, and nanoelectronics. He has pioneered methods for controlled synthesis of graphene nanoribbons and freestanding nanomembranes, enabling exploration of emergent phenomena at mesoscale dimensions.

Recent studies highlight strain-gradient-induced superconductivity in GdAuGe membranes and flexomagnetism in Heusler compounds. He also investigates oxygen vacancy effects in BiVO₄ for catalytic applications. His research integrates experimental techniques with computational modeling to achieve atomic-scale understanding of material behavior.

Notable contributions include the development of remote epitaxy strategies for complex oxides and the discovery of tunable magnetic properties in engineered Heusler systems. His work bridges fundamental physics with practical material design, addressing challenges in energy storage and quantum technologies.