Synthesis and characterization of quantum materials

Most modern computers and microelectronics rely on silicon semiconductors, which utilize the electron’s charge to store, transmit, and process information. While silicon has driven technological advancements for decades, leveraging the electron’s intrinsic spin in addition to its charge offers potential for creating thinner, faster, and more energy-efficient devices. Our research group focuses on materials synthesis as a key approach to discovering and investigating new quantum materials, with the goal of understanding their fundamental physics to identify materials that could power the next generation of technology beyond silicon.

We are passionate about training young minds in our group to spark their interest in condensed matter and materials science. Students in our group quickly get hands-on experience with various techniques in materials synthesis and characterization, while also learning the physics behind these materials and their significance to the broader scientific community. We’ve previously hosted both high school and undergraduate interns and continue to support undergraduate students and summer interns to inspire the next generation of the scientific workforce.