Dr. Nathaniel Stern

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Biography

Professor Stern’s research focuses on fundamental quantum interactions between photons and atoms, particularly in nano-scale structures and magnetic materials. The objective of his work is to explore the novel optical, spin, and magnetic properties of integrated nano-scale hybrid photonic systems, emphasizing quantum interactions and the collective behavior of photons in low-dimensional electronic structures. By probing various systems such as single-atomic layer materials and hybrid photonic devices using diverse experimental approaches from time-resolved spectroscopy to single-photon detection, the Stern Group aims to understand how light and matter interact at the smallest scales, with potential implications across disciplines such as photonics, quantum information, magnetism, materials science, and nanoscience.

Research Interests

Awards

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Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship

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Department of Energy Early Career Research Award

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Northwestern-Argonne Early Career Investigator Award Energy Research

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Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Award

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.