Kin Chung Fong

Kin Chung Fong is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and holds a joint appointment in Physics at Northeastern University. As a Core Faculty Member of the Quantum Materials and Sensing Institute, he leads research focused on quantum technologies including quantum sensing, quantum networks, and quantum computation using low-dimensional quantum materials. His interdisciplinary work bridges fundamental physics and engineering to develop innovative quantum devices.

Fong's research explores electron hydrodynamics, unconventional superconductivity, and novel quantum phenomena in materials like graphene, topological insulators, and Weyl semimetals. His group designs and characterizes quantum devices including single-photon detectors, quantum noise amplifiers, and superconducting qubit systems.

Recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on quantum materials characterization and device engineering, with recurring themes in graphene-based detectors, superconducting circuits, and topological materials. Research consistently addresses fundamental limits of quantum measurement while developing practical applications for quantum sensing and computing.

Awards & Recognitions:

• Principal Investigator for DARPA-funded WIdeband graphene-based aXion dARk matter quantum Detector (WIXARD)

Fong leads the Quantum Wave-Matter Lab at Northeastern, which develops ultrahigh-sensitivity techniques for investigating quantum phenomena and pioneers technological innovations based on novel physics discoveries.