Dr. Saumitra Peana

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Saumitra Peana is a researcher at the Hood Lab at Purdue University, focusing on ultracold molecule quantum optics. His research employs a bottom-up approach to achieve comprehensive quantum control over single molecules, enabling the assembly of large many-body quantum systems. Saumitra's experimental methodologies include optically trapping and assembling ultracold LiCs molecules in optical tweezers within an ultrahigh vacuum chamber and embedding organic molecules into a crystal matrix for cooling. His work contributes to significant advancements in the fields of chemistry, materials science, and condensed-matter physics, addressing important scientific inquiries related to quantum systems. Peana's commitment to pushing the boundaries of quantum control and manipulation in molecular systems helps to uncover fundamental principles governing molecular interactions at ultracold temperatures.

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Requirements for Purdue University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
GRE Subject
Prerequisites
Knowledge of general physics Intermediate level mechanics Electricity and magnetism Statistical and thermal physics Quantum mechanics
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