Likun Wang

Dr. Likun Wang is a Researcher at the Institute of Photonic Sciences (ICFO), affiliated with the Quantum Nano-Optoelectronics department. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of California (US). His research focuses on quantum sensing, molecular dynamics, and surface chemistry, with a particular emphasis on atomic-scale investigations using scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and THz-driven techniques. His work explores quantum coherence in molecular systems, nanostructure fabrication, and interactions between molecules and metals under ultrahigh vacuum conditions.

Key research interests include quantum superposition microscopy, entangled states detection, and controllable molecular manipulation at surfaces. His contributions span advancements in hybrid nanostructure fabrication, tautomeric transformations, and the modulation of electronic properties via surface interactions. Recent studies highlight innovations in STM-based quantum sensing and the development of solventless chemical synthesis methods on gold surfaces.

Likun has published extensively in top journals, with notable work on hydrogen molecule entanglement detection, nickel adatom-induced chemical reactions, and the structural dynamics of guanine networks. His research bridges quantum physics, nanotechnology, and surface chemistry, aiming to advance atomic-scale engineering and quantum technologies.

While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his impactful contributions to molecular quantum systems and surface phenomena are recognized through high-impact publications. He collaborates within ICFO’s cutting-edge facilities, contributing to interdisciplinary projects at the interface of physics and materials science.