Yi Chen (陈一)
Assistant Professor
Contact Info
Office: W575
Email: yichen(at)pku.edu.cn
Group Homepage: http://chenlab.science
Education
|
Degree |
Year |
Major |
Institution |
|
Ph.D. |
2014-2020 |
Physics |
University of California, Berkeley |
|
B.S. |
2010-2014 |
Physics |
Peking University |
Professional Appointments
|
Year |
Position |
Institution |
|
2023-Present |
Assistant Professor |
ICQM, School of Physics, Peking University |
|
2020-2022 |
Postdoctoral Fellow |
Institute for Basic Science |
Research Interests
We are an experimental research group located at Peking University that explores and exploits non-classical physics at the atomic scale.
Our interests lie in objects that are minute –– single charge, spin, orbital, and vibrational modes –– yet can be determined very precisely for use as probes, information storage, or building blocks for bigger artificial systems. We access these degrees of freedom, often embodied in single atoms/molecules but also in solids, by scanned probe microscopy and manipulate them using electromagnetic wave-based coherent control methods.
We are particularly fascinated by leveraging coherence to better understand and use materials, e.g., by identifying functionalities in novel materials or extracting information from many-body systems.
At the atomic scale, only a few physical observables can be detected. Thus, we are also keen on developing new scanned probe methods that can image and control more physical observables with subnanometer resolution.
Selected Publications
Please refer to Group website & Google Scholar
Opening Positions
Postdocs: Exceptional postdoc candidates with experience in scanned probe microscopy, spin physics, 2D materials, correlated materials, microwave, and hardware prototyping are encouraged to get in touch via email. Internationally competitive salary and housing subsidies will be provided. Opportunities for postdoctoral fellowship include: Peking Boya Fellowship and Boxin Fellowship.
Graduate Students: We have 1~2 openings for graduate students this year. Potential graduate students are encouraged to apply to ICQM and get in touch via email.
Undergraduate Students: Undergraduate students passionate about research are welcome to work with us on independent or joint research projects. Please contact Yi directly.