Dr. ChunChia Chen is the Principal Investigator of the IAMS Quantum Metrology Lab at the Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences, Academia Sinica. The lab focuses on advancing quantum technology using ultracold alkaline-earth-like atoms, particularly ytterbium. Leveraging unique atomic properties, Dr. Chen’s research spans precision metrology, quantum sensing, quantum simulation, and scalable quantum processors.

His team explores continuous ultracold atom sources and develops core control tools and system architectures that could become the backbone of future quantum sensors, simulators, and computing platforms. This work bridges fundamental atomic physics with cutting-edge quantum technologies, creating opportunities for impactful contributions at the frontier of quantum science.

The IAMS Ytterbium Quantum Technology Lab conducts research at the intersection of atomic physics and quantum technology. We develop and apply advanced experimental platforms based on ultracold ytterbium atoms to push the limits of quantum measurement and control. Our mission encompasses two core areas:

1.  Precision quantum metrology and next-generation atomic clocks.
2.  Quantum simulation and many-body physics with long-lived atomic states.

Our research is driven by the following objectives: enabling continuous interrogation of optical qubits, exploring entanglement and many-body quantum states, and investigating architectures for continuous and scalable quantum processors. The lab welcomes students and researchers at all levels and offers projects, internships, and assistantships.