Yicheng Bao

Yicheng Bao is a Research Fellow at Princeton University's College of Engineering, affiliated with the Princeton Quantum Initiative. His work focuses on quantum simulation and computing using ultracold molecules in optical tweezer arrays. He has made significant contributions to ground state cooling, dipolar interactions, and coherent manipulation of molecular qubits. His research bridges quantum physics, atomic physics, and laser cooling technologies.

• Advisor: Jeff Thompson
• Email: yichengb@PRINCETON.EDU
• Institution: Princeton University

Yicheng's research explores the use of optical tweezers to trap and manipulate ultracold molecules for quantum simulation. His work includes Raman sideband cooling, microwave shielding of quantum states, and the development of next-generation molecular tweezer apparatuses. He investigates dipolar spin-exchange, entanglement, and collisional dynamics in CaF molecule arrays, advancing scalable quantum systems and precision control techniques.

His publications highlight a focus on quantum simulation, optical trapping, and molecular physics. Key trends include the integration of neutral atom qubit arrays, advancements in quantum gate operations, and the engineering of molecular interactions for entanglement and coherence preservation.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Princeton Quantum Initiative Postdoctoral Fellowship

Yicheng's current research leverages optical tweezers and laser cooling to enable scalable quantum simulation platforms. He collaborates with the Princeton Quantum Initiative and is advised by Jeff Thompson, contributing to the development of ultracold molecular technologies for quantum information science.