Javier del Pino

Javier del Pino is a Ramón y Cajal Researcher (Tenure Track) at the Condensed Matter Physics Center (IFIMAC), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM). He concurrently serves as a W2 Interim Professor at the University of Konstanz, Germany, teaching courses in Theoretical Quantum Physics and Nonlinear Physics. His research focuses on quantum engineering, topological systems, and nonlinear dynamics in driven-dissipative light-matter interactions. He leads a group exploring time-dependent nonlinear resonators and their applications in quantum many-body phenomena.

Educational Background:

• Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics and Nanotechnology, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (2013-2018)
• Visiting Research Fellow at University of Cambridge (2017)
• M.Sc. in Fundamental Physics, Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2012-2013)
• B.Sc. in Physics, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (2007-2012)

Research Interests:

His work bridges theoretical and experimental physics, with a focus on optomechanical systems, topological phases, and quantum engineering. Key areas include non-Hermitian dynamics, parametric phenomena, and the development of computational tools like HarmonicBalance.jl. His research has led to breakthroughs in synthetic gauge fields and topological classification of nonlinear systems.

Publications & Grants:

Over 20+ peer-reviewed articles in journals like Nature, Physical Review Letters, and Science. Awarded the ETH Fellowship (2021-2023) and grants supporting research in quantum transport and topological photonics.

Labs & Collaborations:

Based at IFIMAC and the University of Konstanz, he collaborates with experimental groups at ETH Zurich and AMOLF, Amsterdam. His team includes doctoral students like Yuhao Zhao and Soumya Kumar, and postdocs such as Dr. Kilian Seibold.

Awards:

• ETH Fellowship (2021-2023)