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Brian Leeds DeMarcoمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignUnited States

Quantum Simulation
Condensed Matter Physics
Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics (AMO)
+۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Brian Leeds DeMarco is a leading academic in the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), serving as the IQUIST Director and Bardeen Faculty Scholar. He specializes in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics, with a focus on quantum simulation using ultracold atoms in optical lattices to address problems in condensed matter physics. His research has led to groundbreaking discoveries, including the first quantum-degenerate Fermi gas and three-dimensional Anderson localization of matter, earning him prestigious awards like the NSF CAREER Award and Sloan Fellowship. DeMarco holds a B.A. in Physics from SUNY Geneseo (1996) and a Ph.D. from the University of Colorado Boulder (2001). His postdoctoral work at NIST with David Wineland advanced quantum computing with trapped ions. At UIUC since 2003, he has held roles such as Associate Head for Undergraduate Programs and currently chairs NASA's Fundamental Physical Sciences Standing Review Board. His research explores quantum simulation, quantum computing architectures, and ultracold matter. Notable achievements include identifying phase-slip crossover in optical lattices and pioneering 3D Anderson localization. He has published over 30 high-impact articles, with recent work focusing on quantum simulators and hybrid quantum systems. Awards: APS Fellow, University of Illinois Scholar, NASA Review Board Chair, Defense Sciences Study Group member. Grants: NSF, ONR, Sloan Foundation support for quantum simulation and ultracold atom research. DeMarco leads the DeMarco Group, advancing quantum technologies and training students in experimental physics. His lab’s work on quantum testbeds and trapped ion processors positions him at the forefront of quantum information science.

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Nori Francoمشاهده پروفایل

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Graz University of TechnologyAustria

Nori Franco serves as Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Michigan and Chief Scientist at RIKEN's Theoretical Quantum Physics Laboratory in Japan. His dual appointments reflect his significant contributions to both American and Japanese academic communities, with continuous service at Michigan since 1990 and at RIKEN since 2002. His research spans quantum information, condensed matter physics, and quantum optics, with particular focus on light-matter interactions, superconducting qubits, optomechanics, and quantum open systems. Franco's work bridges theoretical foundations with experimental implementations, especially in circuit quantum electrodynamics and quantum computing applications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on non-Hermitian quantum systems, quantum control techniques, and applications of quantum information science to fundamental physics problems. His research group consistently produces highly cited work, with publications appearing in top journals across quantum physics and condensed matter disciplines. Scientific Awards: Charles Hard Townes Medal (2024) - sole recipient for fundamental contributions to quantum optics and quantum information processing Research Doctorate Honoris Causa from University of Messina (2024) Highly Cited Researcher for eight consecutive years (2017-2024) Member of Academia Europaea (2023) Willis E. Lamb Medal (2023) for quantum electronics research Throughout his career, Franco has secured significant research funding and mentored numerous students and postdoctoral researchers. His work has received international recognition through invitations to deliver prestigious lectures including the Stanislav Ulam Lecture and Sir Nevill Mott Lecture in 2024. His research group maintains strong collaborations across multiple continents, reflecting his global impact on quantum physics. At RIKEN, Franco leads the Quantum Information Physics Theory Research Team within the Quantum Computing Center, directing cutting-edge theoretical work that complements experimental efforts in quantum computing hardware development.

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Eugene Demlerمشاهده پروفایل

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ETH ZurichSwitzerland

Eugene Demler is a Full Professor at the Department of Physics, ETH Zurich. Previously, he held academic positions at Harvard University from 1998 to 2021, including Assistant Professor (2001-2004), Associate Professor (unspecified dates), and Full Professor (2005-2021). His work bridges theoretical condensed matter physics, atomic and molecular physics, quantum optics, and quantum simulations. Education: MSc in Physics, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (1993) Diploma work, Lebedev Physics Institute (1992-1993) PhD in Theoretical Physics, Stanford University (1998), supervised by S.C. Zhang Demler's research focuses on strongly correlated quantum systems, spintronics, quantum sensing, and photo-induced phase transitions. His recent publications explore topics such as quantum polarons, Josephson plasmons, magnon dynamics, and terahertz spectroscopy in superconductors. He has pioneered hybrid quantum-classical methods for electron-phonon systems and cavity-mediated quantum materials. His Google Scholar articles (2023-2025) span theoretical and experimental domains, with keywords including Quantum Physics , Condensed Matter Physics , and Quantum Optics . Subfields include Quantum Control , Superconductivity , Spin Waves , Quantum Sensing , Non-Equilibrium Dynamics , and Quantum Simulation . Scientific Awards: Hamburg Prize for Theoretical Physics (2021) Simons Investigator (2021) Moore Distinguished Scholar (2020) Hanna Visiting Scholar (2019) Highly Cited Researcher (2017-2020) Senior Fellow at ETH Zurich's Institute for Theoretical Studies (2015) Simons Fellowship (2015) Distinguished Scholar at Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (2015) Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher (2014) Siemens Research Award (2006) Johannes Gutenberg Lecture Award (2006) NSF Career Award (2002) Sloan Fellowship (2002) Demler teaches courses such as Statistical Physics and Strongly Correlated Systems in Atomic and Condensed Matter Physics . His work integrates theoretical modeling with experimental collaborations, particularly in quantum optics and condensed matter systems.

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David Croydonمشاهده پروفایل

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Kyoto UniversityJapan

David Croydon is an Associate Professor at the Research Institute for Mathematical Sciences (RIMS), Kyoto University. His research focuses on probability theory, particularly diffusions on random fractals and scaling limits of random walks on random graphs. He also investigates discrete integrable systems with random initial conditions. Dr. Croydon's primary research interests span several areas of probability theory and mathematical physics. His work centers on diffusions on random fractals and how these processes can be constructed as scaling limits of related random walks on random graphs. He has made significant contributions to understanding random walks on critical structures including Galton-Watson trees, uniform spanning trees, and percolation clusters. More recently, he has developed a growing interest in the behavior of discrete integrable systems such as the box-ball system, particularly when started from random initial conditions. His research often bridges theoretical probability with applications in statistical physics and mathematical physics. Dr. Croydon's recent publications demonstrate a dual focus on theoretical probability and mathematical physics. His work on random walks spans various structures including binary trees, critical percolation clusters, and uniform spanning trees. He has made significant contributions to understanding aging phenomena, heat kernel fluctuations, and scaling limits in random media. Simultaneously, his research on discrete integrable systems explores the connections between probability theory and soliton theory, particularly through the lens of the box-ball system and related models. These two research strands converge in his investigations of scaling limits and invariant measures for complex stochastic systems. Dr. Croydon's scientific contributions have been recognized through publications in top-tier journals across probability theory and mathematical physics, though specific awards are not mentioned in the available information. Dr. Croydon has supervised several doctoral students to completion, including Adam Bowditch (2017), George Andriopoulos (2019), Eleanor Archer (2020), and Takumu Ooi (2024). He has also served in advisory roles for other students including John Sylvester (2017). His collaborative research spans multiple international institutions, suggesting involvement in various research grants supporting his work in probability theory and mathematical physics. While specific lab names aren't mentioned, Dr. Croydon is part of the vibrant probability theory research group at the Research Institute for Mathematical Sciences (RIMS) at Kyoto University. His extensive collaborations with researchers worldwide, particularly in the UK, France, and Japan, indicate active participation in international research networks focused on stochastic processes, random media, and discrete integrable systems.

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Michael Knapمشاهده پروفایل

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Technical University of MunichGermany

Michael Knap is an Associate Professor of Collective Quantum Dynamics at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), within the Department of Physics at the TUM School of Natural Sciences. His research group focuses on condensed matter theory, quantum many-body systems, and quantum simulation. Knap holds office in room 5101.01.037 at James-Franck-Str. 1, 85748 Garching b. München, and can be reached at michael.knap@ph.tum.de or +49 (89) 289 - 53777. Prof. Knap's research delves into the rich physics of quantum many-body systems, particularly exploring non-equilibrium dynamics and transport phenomena in ultracold quantum gases, interacting light-matter systems, and correlated quantum materials. His work spans multiple subfields including topological phases of matter, quantum simulation with trapped ions, fracton physics, and quantum computation. He develops novel numerical approaches based on quantum information theory and utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to tackle challenging problems in condensed matter physics. His group's research connects fundamental theoretical questions with experimental implementations in quantum simulators. The analysis of Prof. Knap's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on topological quantum matter, quantum simulation, and emergent phenomena in constrained quantum systems. His work frequently bridges condensed matter theory with quantum information science, as evidenced by publications on fracton hydrodynamics, higher-form symmetries, and quantum error correction. There's a clear progression toward increasingly complex quantum systems and connections to experimental implementations on quantum processors. His research shows significant interdisciplinary reach, connecting condensed matter physics with quantum computing and quantum information theory. ERC Consolidator Grant (2025) ERC Starting Grant (2019) Supervisory Award, TUM Department of Physics (2018) Promotio sub auspiciis Praesidentis rei publicae, Austria (2013) Prof. Knap has established a robust research program supported by prestigious European Research Council grants. His group actively collaborates with both theoretical and experimental groups worldwide, particularly in the quantum simulation community. He has supervised numerous students through Master's Seminars on Collective Quantum Dynamics covering topics like quantum simulation with trapped ions and theoretical quantum computation. His research has received significant attention, with several publications featured as Editors' suggestions and Research Highlights in leading journals. The Collective Quantum Dynamics group maintains strong connections with experimental quantum simulation efforts, particularly in the areas of ultracold atoms and trapped ion systems. Knap's theoretical work often provides frameworks for interpreting experimental results in quantum simulators, creating a productive feedback loop between theory and experiment. His group participates in collaborative research networks focused on advancing quantum simulation capabilities and understanding fundamental aspects of quantum many-body physics.

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Turan Birolمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Minnesota Twin CitiesUnited States

Turan Birol is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Minnesota, with a secondary appointment in the School of Physics. He leads the Theoretical Materials Physics Group , focusing on computational materials design to discover exotic condensed matter phenomena. Education: PhD in Physics (Cornell University), Postdoc (Rutgers University) Research Areas: Ferroelectricity, Charge Density Waves, Multiferroics, Strongly Correlated Systems, Kagome Metals His work combines Density Functional Theory with Dynamical Mean Field Theory to study materials like perovskites, layered antiperovskites, and 2D/3D compounds. Recent projects include Office of Naval Research -funded ferroelectric design and NSF Discovery File -featured transparent conductors. Scientific contributions include 15+ recent articles on topics spanning structural chirality in superconductors, strain-tuned magnetism, and catalytic resonance theory. Former advisees include PhD graduates in Physics and Materials Science.

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Atac Imamogluمشاهده پروفایل

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ETH ZurichSwitzerland

Prof. Atac Imamoglu is a Full Professor at the Department of Physics and Deputy Head of the Institute for Quantum Electronics at ETH Zurich since 2002. His research focuses on quantum optics, condensed matter physics, and semiconductor systems, with notable contributions to exciton-polaritons, quantum Hall effects, and cavity quantum electrodynamics. He holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University (1991) and has been recognized with prestigious awards including Fellowships from the American Physical Society and Optical Society of America. Education: 1991 Ph.D., Stanford University 1987 M.S., Stanford University 1985 B.S., Middle East Technical University Research interests span quantum electronic systems, with emphasis on moiré heterostructures, excitonic interactions, and topological phenomena. Recent work explores Wigner crystals, Feshbach resonances in semiconductor bilayers, and optically tunable quantum confinement. Over 2300 citations highlight his impact in Physical Review Letters , Nature series journals, and specialized optics/physics journals. Awards: Member of Turkish National Academy of Sciences (2002) Wolfgang Paul Award (Alexander von Humboldt Foundation) TÜBİTAK Science Award (2001) Leadership roles include organizing workshops on quantum information and nonlinear optics, and editorial roles at Journal of Quantum Information and Optical Physics B . Active in theoretical/experimental collaborations, his lab develops novel quantum sensing techniques and explores cavity-enhanced phase transitions in 2D materials.

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Örs Legezaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

Technical University of MunichGermany

Örs Legeza is a physicist and scientific advisor at the Wigner Research Centre for Physics of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences in Budapest, leading the Strongly Correlated Systems Research Group. He holds a visiting professorship at Philipps University Marburg, Germany, and has held fellowships at institutions like ETH Zurich and LMU Munich. His research focuses on developing tensor network state (TNS) methods for strongly correlated quantum systems, with applications in condensed matter physics, quantum chemistry, and nuclear structure calculations. Education: PhD from Budapest University of Technology and Economics (1997). He has collaborated with European institutions such as FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg and has been an Alexander von Humboldt awardee. His work bridges quantum information theory and computational mathematics to advance simulations of complex quantum systems. Research interests include quantum phase transitions, magnetic properties in solids, and ultracold atomic systems. His methods push computational boundaries for larger systems, integrating techniques like density matrix renormalization group (DMRG) and matrix product states (MPS). Notable awards include the 2021 Academy Prize and 2018 Humboldt Research Award. Recent articles explore quantum crystal imaging, tensor network algorithms, and nuclear structure calculations. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to quantum many-body problems.

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Jong-Yeon Leeمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignUnited States

Jong-Yeon Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he joined in 2023 after completing postdoctoral research at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. His work bridges condensed matter physics and quantum information science through investigations of quantum many-body phenomena. His educational background includes: B.S. in Physics and Mathematics from California Institute of Technology (2015) Ph.D. in Physics from Harvard University (2020) Professor Lee's research focuses on exotic quantum phenomena where information theory intersects condensed matter systems. He develops frameworks for understanding decoherence in topological phases, quantum criticality in open systems, and non-equilibrium dynamics using advanced numerical methods. His work on "decohered" quantum systems reveals how information-theoretic transitions relate to boundary quantum criticality, with implications for quantum computing robustness. His publication record shows consistent innovation in quantum information preservation under decoherence, topological phase characterization, and computational studies of correlated electron systems like twisted bilayer graphene. Recent work emphasizes decoding protocols for topological order recovery and information capacity under environmental entanglement. He was awarded the Richard P. Feynman Prize in Theoretical Physics during undergraduate studies at Caltech. Professor Lee actively recruits graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, teaching graduate courses including PHYS 598 Special Topics in Physics. His group focuses on quantum simulation platforms and theoretical frameworks for noisy quantum systems. At Illinois, he contributes to the theoretical condensed matter and quantum information research ecosystem, developing collaborations across physics and engineering disciplines.

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Leonid Glazmanمشاهده پروفایل

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Yale UniversityUnited States

Leonid Glazman is the Donner Professor of Physics and Professor of Applied Physics at Yale University. His research focuses on condensed matter physics, particularly in mesoscopic systems, superconductivity, and topological materials. He is a Fellow of the American Physical Society and recipient of the Humboldt Research Award. His work explores quantum fluctuations in low-dimensional systems, nonlinear Luttinger liquids, and superconducting qubits such as fluxonium. Collaborations with experimentalists like Rob Schoelkopf and Michel Devoret have led to breakthroughs in quantum technologies. Key research areas include topological insulators, helical edge states, and the dynamics of quantum phase slips. His theoretical contributions span Coulomb blockade effects, Kondo physics in quantum dots, and vortex lattice dynamics in layered superconductors. Recent studies address quantum interference in superconducting circuits and the development of high-coherence qubit architectures. Awards: Humboldt Research Award, APS Fellowship Grants: Supported by the Simons Foundation and National Science Foundation Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Yale Quantum Institute and experimental groups on superconducting devices His publications include seminal reviews on nonlinear Luttinger liquids and articles in Nature , Science , and Physical Review Letters . Current research emphasizes topological superconductivity, Majorana fermions, and quantum noise suppression in qubits.

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Sunil Mittalمشاهده پروفایل

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Northeastern UniversityUnited States

Sunil Mittal is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Northeastern University, specializing in quantum and topological photonics. He joined Northeastern in 2021 and holds a PhD from the University of Maryland, College Park, alongside master’s degrees in Physics and Optoelectronics. His research focuses on quantum photonics, topological photonics, nonlinear photonics, and two-dimensional materials, with notable contributions to topological frequency combs and photonic quadrupole phases. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (University of Maryland, 2014), MS in Physics and Optoelectronics, and industry experience in optical telecommunications. Research highlights include pioneering work on topological sources of quantum light and non-Hermitian photonics systems. Recipient of 2024 and 2022 Stanford University citations (top 2% most-cited scientists) Lead co-PI on a $1.5M NSF DMREF grant (2024) for photonic materials development Recipient of Northeastern’s FY24 TIER 1 Interdisciplinary Research Seed Grant His Quantum Photonics Lab explores topological photonics applications in quantum computing and optical communication. Recent projects include using deep learning to accelerate photonic material design and studying excitonic Mott insulators in 2D heterostructures.

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LU Jiongمشاهده پروفایل

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National University of SingaporeSingapore

LU Jiong is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore (NUS). He holds additional roles as Assistant Head (International Relations and Infrastructure) and Dean's Chair Professor (2023-2026). His research focuses on atomic-scale material design, quantum nanoscience, and sustainable catalytic technologies. He has earned prestigious awards including the Singapore Young Scientist Award (2024) and the Faculty Outstanding Scientist Award (2024). Education: Postdoctoral Fellow at NUS and UC Berkeley (2011-2014), PhD in Chemistry from NUS (2011), B.Sc. in Chemistry from Fudan University (2007). Research Highlights: His group pioneers atomic-scale engineering of quantum materials and catalytic systems, including Janus graphene nanoribbons, topological single-atom catalysts, and superconducting monolayers. Recent work advances next-generation energy storage and sustainable chemical manufacturing. Grants & Funding: Holds a National Research Foundation Investigatorship and leads multiple projects in quantum materials and catalysis. Labs/Teams: Directs the LU Jiong Research Group at NUS, focusing on experimental and theoretical studies of atomic-scale phenomena in 2D materials and nanocatalysts.

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Enrico Arrigoniمشاهده پروفایل

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Graz University of TechnologyAustria

Enrico Arrigoni is a Professor at the Institute of Theoretical Physics - Computational Physics at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz). His research focuses on correlated quantum systems, many-body physics, and nonequilibrium dynamics, with applications to Mott insulators, quantum transport, and photovoltaic systems. He teaches courses such as 'Green's functions in Many-Particle Physics' and 'Atom Physics - Quantum Mechanics'. Recent work explores phonon effects in Mott systems, neural network approaches to quantum states, and impact ionization processes in photodriven materials. His methods include auxiliary master equation techniques and variational cluster approaches. Publications span topics like nonequilibrium steady states, quantum impurity models, and disordered systems. While no specific awards are listed, his contributions to theoretical physics and computational methods are evident through his prolific research output. Advising and grants details are not explicitly mentioned, though his involvement in graduate theses and research projects is implied via available master's and bachelor's thesis topics.

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Hari Nairمشاهده پروفایل

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Cornell UniversityUnited States

Hari Nair is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Cornell University, part of the College of Engineering. His research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of complex oxide thin films using molecular beam epitaxy (MBE), with applications in power electronics, quantum materials, and optoelectronics. B.Tech. in Engineering Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, 2006 M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, 2008 Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, 2013 His research interests lie at the intersection of semiconductor physics, materials synthesis, and advanced functional materials. He specializes in epitaxial strain engineering, heterostructure design, and the control of electronic and magnetic properties in oxide thin films. His vision is to leverage novel materials to enable revolutionary advances in electronic and optoelectronic devices. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on β-Ga₂O₃ for high-power devices and ruthenate-based quantum materials such as Sr₂RuO₄ and SrRuO₃. His work spans ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors, strain-engineered phase transitions, superconductivity, and spin-orbit phenomena. Techniques include MBE growth, THz spectroscopy, and advanced electron microscopy. Notable scientific awards include: Student Paper Award, Device Research Conference (DRC), 2013 The Ben Streetman Prize for Outstanding Research in Electronic and Photonic Materials and Devices, 2013 Student Paper Award, Electronics Materials Conference (EMC), 2012 Hari Nair has advised several graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, though specific names are not listed in the provided text. His work has been supported by grants from federal agencies and institutional programs focused on advanced materials and quantum science. He is actively involved in collaborative research through centers and labs at Cornell, particularly those related to materials synthesis and characterization. He leads a research group focused on the growth and study of epitaxial thin films, working closely with the D.G. Schlom group and other collaborators in the Kavli Institute at Cornell. His lab utilizes state-of-the-art MBE systems and advanced characterization tools for probing electronic, magnetic, and structural properties at the nanoscale.

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Patrick A. Leeمشاهده پروفایل

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Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyUnited States

Patrick A. Lee is the William & Emma Rogers Professor of Physics at MIT, active since 1982. He specializes in condensed matter theory and mesoscopic physics, focusing on strongly correlated electronic systems and high-temperature superconductivity. His research explores quantum transport phenomena, disordered systems, and many-body field theory. Affiliations: MIT Department of Physics, Condensed Matter Theory Group at MIT Education: PhD '70 from MIT (implied by institutional credential notation). Research emphasizes novel phenomena in doped Mott insulators and quantum Hall effects. He pioneered concepts like universal conductance fluctuations in mesoscopic systems. Awards: 2022 Anatoly Larkin Senior Researcher Award 2005 Dirac Medal (ICTP) 1991 Oliver Buckley Prize (APS) APS Fellow (1986) His work bridges theory and experiment, influencing quantum computing through insights into Majorana fermions. Active in theoretical physics since joining MIT, with prior Bell Labs tenure (1972-1982).

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