Ultracold Atomic Physics Laboratory
Research Field
Dr. Ming-Shien Chang is currently an associate research fellow at the Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences (IAMS), Academia Sinica. He specializes in experimental ultracold atomic physics, with research interests including Bose–Einstein condensation, spinor condensates, quantum computing and quantum simulation with cold atoms, quantum sensing and quantum optics using nanodiamonds, as well as development of laser cooling and atom trapping technologies.
The Ultracold Atomic Physics Laboratory is part of the Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences (IAMS), Academia Sinica. IAMS is located on the main campus of National Taiwan University (NTU). We provide research opportunities for interns and exchange students, undergraduate and graduate students pursuing BS, MS, and Ph.D. degrees, as well as postdoctoral fellows interested in this subfield.
- Bose-Einstein Condensation, spinor condensates
- Quantum computation/simulation with cold atoms
- Sensing and quantum optics studies with nanodiamonds
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- B.S., 1995, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
- M.S., 1997, National Taiwan University, Taiwan
- Ph.D., 2006, Georgia Institute of Technology, USA
Job Description
The intern student will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with the physics of the following topics:
• Laser spectroscopy and laser frequency stabilization
• Laser cooling and atom trapping, including magneto-optical traps and optical dipole traps
• Atomic quantum gases: Bose–Einstein condensates
Preferred Intern Educational Level
Master/Bachelor students
Skill sets or Qualities
Applicants with a strong passion for scientific research and demonstrated potential are encouraged to apply. Familiarity with Python, C++, or other programming languages is preferred, and experience with lasers, optics, spectroscopy, or electronics is welcome, though not required.