Department of Physics
University of Connecticut - Storrs, CT
Investigated novel quantum materials including topological insulators, superconductors, and 2D materials. Studied electronic properties through transport measurements, quantum phase transitions via susceptibility analysis, and explored applications in quantum computing and spintronics.
Developed computational models to simulate the dynamics of cold molecular beams, analyzing velocity distributions, collision rates, and cooling efficiency using Monte Carlo methods. Applied results to optimize molecular beam experiments for precision spectroscopy and quantum state manipulation.
Conducted experimental and theoretical study on EIT in atomic systems, investigating light-matter interactions in three-level atoms using quantum optics principles. Explored coherent control of light propagation, demonstrating slow light phenomena and quantum information storage applications.
Configured and aligned external cavity diode lasers (ECDLs) for probe and coupling beams. Implemented frequency stabilization using saturated absorption spectroscopy. Set up optical components including beam splitters, mirrors, waveplates, and polarizing beam splitters for precise beam control.
Maintained rubidium vapor cells at controlled temperatures using heating ovens and PID controllers. Designed magnetic shielding using μ-metal enclosures to minimize Zeeman splitting. Implemented Helmholtz coils for precise magnetic field control and compensation.
Set up photodiode detection systems with transimpedance amplifiers for sensitive light measurement. Configured lock-in amplifiers for phase-sensitive detection and noise reduction. Utilized oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers for real-time signal monitoring and analysis.
Operated ultra-high vacuum (UHV) chambers achieving pressures below 10^-9 Torr. Managed turbo-molecular and ion pumps for maintaining vacuum conditions. Worked with cryogenic systems for cold atom experiments, including MOT (Magneto-Optical Trap) setups.
Configured acousto-optic modulators (AOMs) for frequency shifting and intensity control. Set up electro-optic modulators (EOMs) for phase modulation. Utilized arbitrary waveform generators and RF synthesizers for precise frequency control in the MHz-GHz range.
Implemented National Instruments DAQ systems for multi-channel data collection. Configured FPGA-based timing systems for precise experimental sequence control. Set up trigger systems for synchronized measurements across multiple instruments.
Developed comprehensive LabVIEW programs for experiment automation and control. Created custom VIs for laser frequency stabilization, temperature control, and data acquisition. Implemented real-time feedback loops for maintaining experimental parameters.
Utilized NumPy and SciPy for numerical computations and signal processing. Implemented Matplotlib and Plotly for publication-quality data visualization. Developed custom analysis scripts for EIT spectroscopy data, including Lorentzian fitting and dispersion analysis.
Created density matrix simulations for three-level atomic systems. Modeled light propagation through EIT media using Maxwell-Bloch equations. Developed Monte Carlo simulations for molecular beam dynamics and collision processes.
Simulated electromagnetic field distributions in optical cavities and waveguides. Modeled heat transfer in atomic vapor cells and laser systems. Analyzed particle trajectories in molecular beam apparatus using particle tracing modules.
Achieved group velocity reduction to ~17 m/s in rubidium vapor, demonstrating significant slow light effects. Obtained transparency windows with >85% transmission at resonance. Measured coherence times exceeding 100 μs, enabling quantum memory applications.
Successfully simulated molecular beam cooling achieving temperatures below 1 mK. Optimized beam collimation resulting in 10-fold improvement in flux density. Validated Monte Carlo predictions with experimental measurements within 5% accuracy.
Characterized topological surface states in Bi₂Se₃ using ARPES measurements. Observed quantum phase transitions in 2D materials under varying magnetic fields. Identified novel superconducting properties in twisted bilayer graphene systems.
Mastered precision optical alignment techniques for complex multi-beam setups. Achieved μrad-level angular precision and μm-level spatial overlap of laser beams.
Implemented Pound-Drever-Hall and saturated absorption locking techniques. Achieved MHz-level frequency stability for extended experimental runs.
Applied FFT analysis, digital filtering, and noise reduction techniques. Developed expertise in lock-in detection and phase-sensitive measurements.
Established systematic data collection and storage protocols. Implemented version control for analysis code using Git and collaborative platforms.
Certified in laser safety (Class 3B and 4 lasers). Trained in cryogenic handling and high-voltage equipment operation protocols.
Developed technical writing skills for lab reports and research proposals. Proficient in LaTeX for manuscript preparation and scientific documentation.