Yuanpeng Zhang
About Yuanpeng Zhang
Yuanpeng Zhang is a Neutron Scattering Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a PhD in Physics from Queen Mary University of London and has expertise in programming languages, machine learning, and condensed matter physics.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Yuanpeng Zhang has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) since 2020 as a Neutron Scattering Scientist. His role involves utilizing neutron scattering techniques to investigate material properties. Prior to this position, he worked as a Postdoc Research Associate at ORNL from 2016 to 2019. In this capacity, he contributed to various research projects, enhancing the laboratory's capabilities in condensed matter physics.
Current Role at National Institute of Standards and Technology
In addition to his work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Yuanpeng Zhang serves as a Visiting Scientist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) since 2019. His responsibilities include conducting research that aligns with NIST's mission to promote innovation and industrial competitiveness through measurement science, standards, and technology.
Education and Expertise
Yuanpeng Zhang earned his PhD in Physics from Queen Mary University of London, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. He also completed his undergraduate studies at Beihang University from 2008 to 2012. His academic background is complemented by expertise in multiple programming languages, including Fortran, Matlab, Mathematica, C, C++, and Python, which he applies in his research.
Research Focus and Methodologies
Yuanpeng Zhang's research focuses on the application of computational methods in condensed matter physics. He combines machine learning techniques with symmetry modes study to deepen the understanding of material structures. This interdisciplinary approach enhances the analysis and interpretation of complex data in his field.