Qiang Zou
About Qiang Zou
Qiang Zou is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a Ph.D. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and has conducted research in ultrafast laser photoemission and low energy electron microscopy.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Currently, Qiang Zou serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), where he has been employed since 2015. His work is primarily focused within the Center for Nanophase Materials Sciences (CNMS). In addition to his role as a Postdoctoral Researcher, he has also held the position of Research Scholar at ORNL since 2014. His contributions to the laboratory span nearly a decade, reflecting a commitment to advancing research in nanoscience and materials physics.
Education and Expertise
Qiang Zou earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from the Institute of Physics and Beijing National Lab for Condensed Matter Physics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, where he studied from 2008 to 2014. His research focused on scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), four-probe STM, and nano transport. He furthered his studies at the University of Pittsburgh from 2013 to 2014, specializing in ultrafast laser photoemission and low energy electron microscopy. This educational background equips him with a strong foundation in advanced microscopy techniques and nanomaterials.
Research Focus and Techniques
Qiang Zou's research encompasses advanced techniques in nanoscience, particularly ultrafast laser photoemission and low energy electron microscopy. His expertise in scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and four-probe STM allows him to explore the electronic properties of materials at the nanoscale. His work contributes to the understanding of nano transport phenomena, which is critical for the development of future nanotechnology applications.
Background in Research
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Qiang Zou was a research scholar at the University of Pittsburgh, where he focused on ultrafast laser photoemission and low energy electron microscopy for one year. His academic journey began at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, where he completed his Ph.D. over six years, gaining extensive knowledge in condensed matter physics and advanced microscopy techniques. This background has shaped his research trajectory and expertise in the field.