I am a PhD student in the Department of Chemistry working with Dr. Andrew MacFarlane and Dr. Rob Kiefl. My research is focused on using beta detected nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy to study finite size effects in different materials. In particular, we are interested in strongly correlated metal oxides. In my free time, I enjoy taking dance classes, singing, doing jigsaw puzzles, reading, cooking, and discovering new places.
I completed my undergraduate degree in engineering physics before joining the SBQMI as a graduate student in physics. I am currently co-supervised by Doug Bonn and Sarah Burke, where I am studying the electronic surface properties of topological semimetals using scanning tunnelling microscopy. Utilizing the Laboratory for Atomic Imaging Research (LAIR) in the basement of the SBQMI, we can study materials and molecules with a sub-Ångstrom spatial resolution at ultra-low temperatures. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, visiting new restaurants and bars, and watching movies.
I am a Ph.D. student in Andrea Damascelli’s group at SBQMI. We study the behaviour of electrons in materials using angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy (ARPES). In particular, I am working on inducing exotic physics — such as superconductivity and charge order — in graphene by depositing adatoms on it. Outside the lab, I enjoy learning new languages, painting, and looking for things to eat.
I am a Ph.D. student in the UBC chemistry department. I am working under SBQMI Professor Curtis Berlinguette to develop new methods for processing metal oxide thin films for renewable energy applications. As a member of the SBQMI student committee, my role is focused on working with SBQMI students and administrators to help make the SBQMI student experience even better. In my free time, I enjoy hiking on the gulf islands and mentoring young scientists and engineers.
I am a second-year Ph.D. student in Prof. Marcel Franz’s research group. I am a theorist interested in topological and strongly-correlated phases of matter. My current projects include strain-induced effects in graphene and Weyl/Dirac semimetals and physical realizations of holographic models such as the SYK model. In the past, I have done work on classical and quantum spin liquids emerging in the context of frustrated magnetism. When not pondering a physics problem, I enjoy playing the violin, hiking and skiing.
I am a Ph.D. student in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Faculty of Applied Science. I work on micro-patterning of Carbon Nanotube forests using micro-Electro-Discharge Machining techniques. The patterned structures are then used in electron thermionic emission devices where the heat energy from a laser source focused on the Carbon Nanotube structures allows them to emit electrons. In my free time, I like to do sports (ultimate Frisbee and football), outdoor activities (hiking and cycling) and recently skating.
I’m a second-year Ph.D. student in the Department of Physics and Astronomy and do my research at the Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute.
My research focuses on Majorana Fermions in semiconductor/superconductor structures. These strange particles can be measured and manipulated in carefully engineered electron gasses proximitized by a standard s-wave superconductor. Because of their non-local nature, Majorana Fermions hold the potential for fault-tolerant quantum computing.
In my free time, I greatly enjoy long bike rides and hiking in the summer. I also enjoy meeting up with friends for a beer at the local bar or going out for dinner.
I am a Ph.D. student in the Department of Physics and Astronomy under the supervision of Prof. Damascelli and Prof. Jones. Working in collaboration with the two groups, my goal is to study the electron dynamics of materials on ultrafast timescales with angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy. In my spare time, I like to paint, read, and rock climb. I also sometimes take Prof. Jones’ dog, Hobbes, to play fetch.
Alexandra is a doctoral student in physics. She is part of a collaboration between Dr. Sarah Burke, Dr. David Jones, and Dr. Andrea Damascelli, in which she studies charge-separation in organic photovoltaics (carbon-based solar cells). If she’s not in the lab, you’ll find her running or skiing in the mountains.
To connect with Alexandra about out how you can be involved in the SBQMI Student Committee, contact her via email atully@phas.ubc.ca
