Joseph E
- Research Program Mentor
PhD candidate at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Expertise
Quantum and Condensed Matter Physics
Bio
Hi, I'm Joseph! I'm a PhD Candidate in Applied Physics at the University of Michigan, researching different quantum states of matter in graphene. In my research, I create electrical devices out of graphene and subject them to ultra-low temperatures in order to probe the electronic behavior of graphene under different conditions. While this is mostly fundamental physics, there are some fascinating applications down the line - graphene is actually a great candidate material for quantum computing! Outside of lab, I love tabletop games of all kinds. I play board games and dungeons and dragons in particular all the time! I also read, lift, and go out with my friends.Project ideas
Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.
Graphene in Photovoltaic Applications
In this fully remote project, a student would produce - in essay (or other) form - a comprehensive review of the different applications of graphene in photovoltaic (solar power) devices. The student would develop a detailed view of what makes graphene an interesting material generally and as applied specifically to this purpose.
Coding skills
python, matlab, c++Teaching experience
I've served as a volunteer peer tutor (and run a peer tutoring program), TA'd for a lab class, mentored undergraduates in my lab in pursuing their own research projects, and worked at a children's science museum.Credentials
Work experience
University of Michigan (2020 - Current)
PhD Student ResearcherRice University (2017 - 2020)
Undergraduate ResearcherEducation
Rice University
BS Bachelor of Science (2020)
PhysicsUniversity of Michigan - Ann Arbor
PhD Doctor of Philosophy candidate
Applied Physics - experimental condensed matter