Prof. LiangJian Zou | Materials Science | Excellence in Research
Prof. LiangJian Zou at Institute of Solid State Physics, HFIPS, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Short Bio
- Dr. Liang-Jian Zou is a renowned Professor at the Institute of Solid State Physics, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science from Sichuan University in 1988, followed by a Master of Science and Doctor of Science, both from the Institute of Solid State Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. His research interests focus on strongly correlated systems, quantum magnetism, unconventional superconductivity, and the development of new computational physics methods. Dr. Zou is a recipient of the Oversea Talent Plan (Bairen project) from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and serves as a member of various committees of the Chinese Physics Society. He has held multiple prestigious positions internationally and has been instrumental in advancing research in condensed matter physics.
Professional Profile
Educational Background
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- 1984-1988: Bachelor of Science, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- 1988-1991: Master of Science, Institute of Solid State Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Thesis: “Electronic Properties of New Rare-Earth Transition-Metal Compounds”
- 1994-1998: Doctor of Science, Institute of Solid State Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dissertation: “Theory of Colossal Magnetoresistance and Related Phenomena in Perovskite Manganites”
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Professional Experience
- 09/1992-11/1994: Research Assistant, Institute of Solid State Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
- 12/1994-11/1995: Assistant Professor, Institute of Solid State Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
- 12/1995-10/2000: Associate Professor, Institute of Solid State Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
- 11/2000-11/2002: Postdoctoral Fellow, International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste, Italy
- 12/2002-Present: Professor, Institute of Solid State Physics, Hefei Institutes of Physical Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Overseas Academic Experience:
- 05/1994-07/1994, 05/1996-08/1996, 07/1999-08/1999, 02/2005: Visiting Scholar, ICTP, Trieste, Italy
- 07/1997-09/1997, 10/1999-12/1999: Visiting Scientist, Department of Physics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- 04/1998-07/1998: Visiting Scientist, Department of Physics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), USA
- 08/1998-12/1998: Research Scientist, Center of the Nonlinear Science, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), USA
- 05/2006-08/2006: Visiting Professor, Department of Physics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA
Research Interests
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- Electronic Properties of Strongly Correlated Systems & Orbital Physics in Transition-Metal Oxides
- Quantum Magnetism & Quantum Phase Transitions
- Mechanisms of Unconventional Superconductivity
- New Methods of Computational Physics
Author Metrics
- Dr. Zou has contributed extensively to the field of condensed matter physics, with numerous publications in top-tier journals and conferences. His research has been influential in areas such as quantum magnetism and the theoretical understanding of magnetoresistance. He is a recognized figure in the academic community, holding memberships with the Chinese Physics Society’s committees in magnetism and condensed matter physics.
Publication Top Noted
- “Electronic instability in pressured black phosphorus under strong magnetic field”
Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter, 2024-10-02
DOI: 10.1088/1361-648X/ad5ad4 - “Chirality-selective topological magnon phase transition induced by interplay of anisotropic exchange interactions in honeycomb ferromagnet”
Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter, 2024-06-26
DOI: 10.1088/1361-648X/ad31c1 - “High-temperature magnetically topological candidate material Mn3Bi2Te6”
Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter, 2024-03-27
DOI: 10.1088/1361-648X/ad136d - “Chiral charge density wave induced by mirror symmetry breaking in kagome metal”
Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter, 2024-03-06
DOI: 10.1088/1361-648X/ad0cae - “Electronic structures and quantum capacitance of twisted bilayer graphene with defects based on three-band tight-binding model”
Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 2024
DOI: 10.1039/D3CP05913H
Conclusion
- Prof. liangjian zou is a highly deserving candidate for the Excellence in Research Award. His pioneering research in quantum magnetism, unconventional superconductivity, and strongly correlated systems has made a lasting impact on condensed matter physics. His global recognition, extensive publication record, and leadership make him a standout figure in his field.
- To further enhance his profile, greater industry collaboration, public outreach, and cross-disciplinary research would add value, positioning him for even greater influence in the future.
LiangJian Zou | Materials Science | Excellence in Research