Jun Yan

Jun Yan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, College of Natural Sciences. His research focuses on experimental condensed matter physics, particularly exploring quantum materials, 2D materials, and nanoelectronics. He holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University (2009) and has contributed to advancements in valleytronics, excitonics, and topological materials. His work emphasizes phenomena such as valley polarization in heterojunctions, magnetophonon resonance in graphene systems, and pressure-induced phase transitions in novel materials. Recognized for award-winning teaching, Yan’s research also spans experimental techniques like Raman spectroscopy and ultrastrong light-matter coupling. Key themes include quantum transport in low-dimensional systems and the interplay between electronic, magnetic, and optical properties in emerging materials.

Research interests extend to exploring excitonic states in twisted bilayer graphene, interfacial effects in heterostructures, and the development of novel detectors for terahertz and optical frequencies. His studies often address fundamental questions in condensed matter physics with implications for next-generation electronics and optoelectronics. Awards highlight both his research and pedagogical contributions to the field.