Ruihua Cheng

Ruihua Cheng is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Indiana University's School of Science. His research focuses on nanomagnetism and spintronics, investigating magnetic nanostructures for technological applications in sensors and electronic devices. He utilizes molecular beam epitaxy for nanofabrication and in-situ characterization techniques to study confined magnetic systems.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Physics, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2002)
• M.Sc. in Physics, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2000)
• M.Sc. in Physics, Northern Jiaotong University (1996)
• B.Sc. in Physics, Northern Jiaotong University (1993)

His recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on magnetic nanomaterials characterization, surface physics phenomena, and electron transport in nanostructures. Research frequently employs advanced techniques including STM, photoemission spectroscopy, and magnetic domain imaging to probe quantum and interfacial effects.