Yi Yang

Yi Yang serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at The University of Hong Kong (HKU), Faculty of Science, joining the institution in 2022 as an HKU-100 Scholar. His academic journey includes foundational training at Peking University and advanced research at MIT.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Peking University
• Master of Science (M.Sc.), Peking University
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Professor Yang's research centers on optical physics and nanophotonics, specifically exploring light-matter interactions with free electrons and synthetic gauge fields. His pioneering work in non-Abelian physics bridges photonic and acoustic systems, while his investigations into free-electron radiation and topological photonics drive innovations in nanoscale electromagnetism. These efforts yield fundamental insights with applications in quantum simulation, novel light sources, and advanced materials engineering.

Recent publications (2023-2024) reveal a pronounced focus on non-Abelian phenomena and synthetic gauge fields, evidenced by high-impact papers in Science and Nature. His work consistently integrates theoretical frameworks with experimental validation, establishing new paradigms in photonic flatband resonances and non-Hermitian systems.

Scientific Awards:

• HKU-100 Scholar

Professor Yang actively contributes to HKU's research ecosystem through graduate supervision and collaborative projects. While specific grant details aren't public, his publication trajectory indicates substantial research funding supporting his investigations into quantum photonics and nanoscale light-matter interactions.

His laboratory operates within HKU's Department of Physics, leveraging specialized facilities in the Chong Yuet Ming Physics Building for experimental nanophotonics research and theoretical modeling of complex optical systems.