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Department of Physics
Professor’s Laser-Focus Advances Research—and Future Researchers
Ed Whittaker has built his illustrious career out of making things clear, from actual subatomic particles to abstract physics theories
Stevens Researchers Create Entangled Photons 100 Times More Efficiently…
Ultra-bright photon source brings scalable quantum photonics within reach
Stevens Professor Receives NASA Grant to Solve Scattering Problem
Knut Stamnes, professor in the Department of Physics, recently received a grant to build an algorithm that solves the multiple scattering problem vexing scientists who rely on remote sensing
Moving Quantum Physics from the Lab to Your Desktop
Chunlei Qu is conducting fundamental research in quantum physics that can have practical applications in computing, sensing, and material design
To Build a Better Quantum Computer, Start by Counting the Holes
Topological physics breakthrough could open door to error-free computing and ultra-fast electronics
Nature Does Not Care How We Interpret It, Only What Can Be Done
The one thing prolific Stevens researcher Yuping Huang enjoys more than learning about quantum physics is using those learnings to make the world a better place
Visionary Leadership Drives the Integration of Research and Education in…
Department Chair Ting Yu’s mentorship model shapes the physics department in innovative ways.
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Hofstadter Butterfly and Floquet Topological Insulators in Minimally Twisted Bilayer Graphene
Department of Physics and Center for Quantum Science and Engineering
Research Labs
The Department of Physics conducts formative research in pioneering areas such as quantum systems, nanophotonics and optics.
CQSE
The Center for Quantum Science & Engineering pursues innovative quantum engineering research, development and education .
Light & Life Laboratory
Becoming global leaders in remote sensing of the environment and in the development of instruments for measuring environmental changes
NanoPhotonics Lab
Fabrication and quantum-optical characterization of functional nanostructured devices made from compound semiconductors and graphitic nanomaterials
Ultrafast Laser Spectroscopy
Investigates the high-speed response of new lasers and materials and passive and active optical systems for higher speed networks
Ultrafast Quantum Control
Designs quantum control methods which are paramount in modern investigations of light-matter interactions and technological applications
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Department of Physics
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Burchard Building
5th-7th floors
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Department Leaders
Ting Yu
Professor and Chair of the Department of Physics
Professor Yuping Huang
Gallagher Associate Professor of Physics & Director of the Center for Quantum Science and Engineering
Christopher Search
Associate Professor and Undergraduate Program Director