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Dam T. Son is a University Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Chicago, where he is associated with the Enrico Fermi Institute, James Franck Institute, and the Kadanoff Center for Theoretical Physics. His research interests span a broad range of topics within theoretical physics, with a particular emphasis on string theory, the quark-gluon plasma, and strongly interacting systems. In nuclear physics, his work focuses on understanding the properties of hot dense states of matter, such as quark-gluon plasma and dense quark matter, including phenomena like color superconductivity. In the realm of condensed matter physics, he investigates quantum Hall systems and graphene, often applying quantum field theoretical techniques. Additionally, his expertise extends to atomic physics, especially in many-body systems of cold trapped atoms and the BCS-BEC crossover. He has contributed significantly to the theoretical framework of these areas, with numerous publications that highlight advancements in understanding strongly interacting quantum field theories and their implications for black hole physics.
Department of Philosophy