Dr. Mo Chen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mo Chen joined the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at the University of Washington as an Assistant Professor in September 2024. He previously served as a postdoctoral scholar at the California Institute of Technology and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT in 2020, along with a Master’s degree in 2015 and a Bachelor’s degree in Optics from Fudan University in 2012. His research uses tools such as quantum sensing and quantum control, focusing on the development of a deep understanding of quantum device physics and fundamental explorations of practical applications in quantum information science. His interdisciplinary research aligns expertise from quantum information, materials science, applied physics, microwave engineering, and nanofabrication to innovate next-generation solid-state quantum devices for quantum computation, quantum sensing, and quantum communication. His selected publications highlight significant findings in phonon engineering and quantum error correction, establishing him as a leading researcher in this evolving field.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Scholar

2020-01-01 — 2024-01-01

California Institute of Technology • California

Conducting research in quantum device physics and engineering.

Postdoctoral Scholar

2020-01-01 — 2024-01-01

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Massachusetts

Engaging in fundamental explorations of quantum information science.

Courses

MSE 170: Fundamentals of Materials Science MSE 399: Undergraduate Research Seminar MSE 520: Seminar

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.