Emergent Physics in Two-Dimensional Quantum Materials
Project Description
This project introduces undergraduate students to emergent physics in two-dimensional (2D) quantum materials through guided literature reading and hands-on experimental training. The major research directions include:
(i) light-matter interaction, exciton physics, light-induced phenomena, and quantum optics in 2D quantum materials; and
(ii) strongly correlated electrons in 2D quantum materials, including Wigner crystals, non-Fermi liquids, magnetism, electronic coherence, moiré correlated states, fractional quantum Hall states, superconductivity, etc.
The goal is to help students develop both conceptual understanding and practical research skills in modern experimental condensed matter physics.
Depending on the student’s background and course level, the student will:
(i) learn basic concepts of light-matter interaction and correlated electron physics in 2D materials;
(ii) understand current research frontiers and propose meaningful research directions;
(iii) fabricate van der Waals heterostructures and devices; and/or
(iv) build experimental setups, perform measurements, and interpret data.
(i) light-matter interaction, exciton physics, light-induced phenomena, and quantum optics in 2D quantum materials; and
(ii) strongly correlated electrons in 2D quantum materials, including Wigner crystals, non-Fermi liquids, magnetism, electronic coherence, moiré correlated states, fractional quantum Hall states, superconductivity, etc.
The goal is to help students develop both conceptual understanding and practical research skills in modern experimental condensed matter physics.
Depending on the student’s background and course level, the student will:
(i) learn basic concepts of light-matter interaction and correlated electron physics in 2D materials;
(ii) understand current research frontiers and propose meaningful research directions;
(iii) fabricate van der Waals heterostructures and devices; and/or
(iv) build experimental setups, perform measurements, and interpret data.
Supervisor
WANG, Jue
Quota
10
Course type
UROP1000
UROP1100
UROP2100
UROP3100
UROP3200
UROP4100
Applicant's Roles
The student will be expected to:
- Read and summarize selected papers on emergent physics in 2D quantum materials;
- Participate in research discussions and report progress;
- Complete required laboratory safety training before independent work;
- Exfoliate atomically thin flakes, assemble 2D heterostructures, and assist in fabricating 2D devices;
- Assist in building experimental setups, performing measurements and analyzing data.
- Read and summarize selected papers on emergent physics in 2D quantum materials;
- Participate in research discussions and report progress;
- Complete required laboratory safety training before independent work;
- Exfoliate atomically thin flakes, assemble 2D heterostructures, and assist in fabricating 2D devices;
- Assist in building experimental setups, performing measurements and analyzing data.
Applicant's Learning Objectives
By the end of the semester, the student will be able to:
- Understand basic concepts of light-matter interaction and/or strongly correlated electron physics in 2D quantum materials;
- Read, summarize, and critically discuss selected research papers on exciton physics in 2D materials;
- Develop good experimental habits, including laboratory safety, careful documentation, reproducibility, and responsible operation of equipment;
- Gain practical experience in exfoliating atomically thin flakes, assembling van der Waals heterostructures, and assisting with 2D device fabrication;
- Learn the basic operation of experimental setups for 2D materials fabrication, optical/electrical measurements, and data analysis;
- Interpret experimental results and communicate research progress clearly in group discussions.
- Understand basic concepts of light-matter interaction and/or strongly correlated electron physics in 2D quantum materials;
- Read, summarize, and critically discuss selected research papers on exciton physics in 2D materials;
- Develop good experimental habits, including laboratory safety, careful documentation, reproducibility, and responsible operation of equipment;
- Gain practical experience in exfoliating atomically thin flakes, assembling van der Waals heterostructures, and assisting with 2D device fabrication;
- Learn the basic operation of experimental setups for 2D materials fabrication, optical/electrical measurements, and data analysis;
- Interpret experimental results and communicate research progress clearly in group discussions.
Complexity of the project
Challenging