Dr. Yoshihisa Yamamoto

Professor

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Biography

Yoshihisa Yamamoto is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Applied Physics at Stanford University. His primary research interests encompass experimental quantum optics, semiconductor physics, and quantum information. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to the fields of quantum information and photonics, focusing on topics such as mesoscopic physics, squeezed states, quantum nondemolition measurements, and cavity quantum electrodynamics. His innovations have had a profound impact on the development of quantum computers and the understanding of mesoscopic electron transport. Notably, he has held various academic appointments, including professorships at renowned institutions in Japan and Taiwan and has played a pivotal role in numerous prestigious research programs. An advocate of scientific collaboration and knowledge transfer, Professor Yamamoto is also known for his mentorship of young scientists in advancing the boundaries of quantum technology. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to science, including fellowships from prominent scientific societies and several notable prizes acknowledging his pioneering work in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Faculty

1992-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California, USA

Professor Emeritus, contributing to research in quantum optics and information.

Program Manager

2014-01-01 — Present

Impulsing Paradigm Change Disruptive Technologies Program • Japan

Managed programs focused on disruptive technology advancements.

Principal Investigator

2011-01-01 — 2014-01-01

World-Leading Innovative R&D Science Technology Program • Japan

Led initiatives in innovative research and development.

Professor

2003-01-01 — 2014-01-01

University of Tokyo • Tokyo, Japan

Professor in Electrical Engineering, specializing in quantum information.

Honorary Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

Chiao Tung University • Taiwan

Honorary position, fostering academic collaboration.

Fellow

1999-01-01 — Present

NTT R & D • Japan

Senior fellow contributing to advanced research projects.

Awards

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Okawa Prize

2011-01-01
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Hermann Anton Haus Lecturer

2010-01-01
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Fellowship

2007-01-01
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Fellowship

2007-01-01
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Medal Purple Ribbon

2005-01-01
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IEEE/LEOS Quantum Electronics Award

2000-01-01

Courses

APPPHYS 291 APPPHYS 290 PHYSICS 490 PHYSICS 205 EE 190

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.