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Eric Y. Ma received his B.S. in Physics from Peking University in 2010 and his Ph.D. in Applied Physics from Stanford University in 2016. He remained at Stanford as a joint postdoctoral scholar in Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering, and briefly served as a Senior Scientist at Apple. In July 2021, Dr. Ma joined the University of California, Berkeley as an Assistant Professor of Physics and holds the Georgia Lee Chair in Physics. His research interests encompass a wide range of phenomena, particularly focusing on electromagnetic interaction at smaller length scales, and involves studying condensed matter systems. His work includes developing new instruments and protocols aimed at gaining unique insights into the electromagnetic interactions that occur in solids and liquids. Dr. Ma is actively engaged in interdisciplinary collaboration and aims to integrate advancements in computing, imaging, and telecommunications to facilitate innovative experimental methodologies. He encourages potential postdoctoral, graduate, and undergraduate students to reach out via email to discuss opportunities in his lab.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Joined as a full-time Assistant Professor in Physics.
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