Prof. Dr Tian Chen, Beijing Institute of Technology, China
Dr. Tian Chen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physics, Beijing Institute of Technology. A leading researcher in quantum technology, Dr. Chen focuses on topological state control and quantum state manipulation, particularly through experimental quantum walk systems. He earned his Ph.D. from Tsinghua University under Prof. Xiangbin Wang and spent a year as a visiting scholar at Stevens Institute of Technology, USA, with Prof. Ting Yu. With over 50 publications in high-impact journals like Nature Communications, Light: Science & Applications, and Science Advances, Dr. Chen’s work has drawn attention from platforms such as MIT Technology Review and EurekAlert!. He plays a key role as an editorial board member for Research and a special-topic editor for Symmetry. His contributions are recognized widely within the scientific community, cementing his reputation as a pioneer in topological photonics and quantum sensing.
Publication Profile
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Education
Dr. Tian Chen began his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree from Nankai University (2006–2010), laying a strong foundation in physics. He then pursued his doctoral studies at Tsinghua University (2010–2015), one of China’s most prestigious institutions, under the mentorship of renowned physicist Prof. Xiangbin Wang. During his Ph.D., he gained international research experience as a visiting scholar (2013–2014) at Stevens Institute of Technology, USA, working with Prof. Ting Yu. This global exposure enriched his expertise in quantum mechanics and topological physics. His education integrated strong theoretical insights with experimental methodologies, particularly in quantum optics and quantum information. These formative years prepared him for a career at the forefront of modern quantum technology, where his interdisciplinary knowledge and early international collaboration have significantly shaped his research direction in quantum state control and topological phenomena.
Experience
Dr. Tian Chen has been serving at the Beijing Institute of Technology since 2015, first as an Assistant Professor (2015–2018) and currently as an Associate Professor (2018–present) in the Department of Physics. His professional career is distinguished by leadership in topological quantum systems, where he merges theory with experimental realization, particularly using quantum walks on opto-electronic platforms. He has spearheaded or participated in several national-level research projects, including grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and key R&D programs. His editorial roles include being a young board member of the journal Research and a guest editor for Symmetry. Dr. Chen is also actively involved as an external reviewer for Clarivate’s overseas research assessments. His rapid ascent in academia reflects both his research excellence and contributions to global scientific discourse, further amplified by media features in MIT Technology Review and Advanced Science News.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Tian Chen has received numerous accolades recognizing his excellence in quantum physics and scientific service. In 2023, he earned the prestigious “IOP Trusted Reviewer” certification from the Institute of Physics, acknowledging his dedication to maintaining high peer-review standards. He serves on the young editorial board of Research and is the editor-in-chief for the special issue “Symmetry/Asymmetry in Topological Phases” in the journal Symmetry. Additionally, he has been appointed as an external reviewer for Clarivate’s international research evaluations and contributes to Beijing Science and Technology initiatives. Dr. Chen’s cutting-edge research has been featured over 20 times by international science outlets such as MIT Technology Review, EurekAlert!, China Optics, and Advanced Science News. These recognitions underscore his leadership in advancing quantum technologies and establishing topological platforms with high scientific impact.
Research Focus
Dr. Tian Chen’s research centers on topological state control and its transformative applications in quantum technology. He specializes in the experimental implementation of quantum walk systems, utilizing them to explore novel topological phases and quantum state manipulation. His work leverages opto-electronic platforms to simulate quantum behavior, aiming to realize high-sensitivity quantum sensing and quantum-inspired algorithms. A significant portion of his work delves into non-Hermitian systems, exceptional points, and topologically protected phenomena. Dr. Chen’s interdisciplinary approach integrates quantum optics, condensed matter physics, and quantum information science, allowing the construction of complex topological networks with practical and computational applications. His innovations contribute to emerging areas like quantum simulators and topological quantum computing, positioning him as a key contributor in bridging theory and experiment in advanced quantum systems.
Publication Top Notes
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🧪 Ultra-sensitivity in reconstructed exceptional systems – Natl. Sci. Rev., 2024
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🔬 Quantum photonic solver for complicated vibronic spectra of large molecules – Nat. Commun., 2024
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🧭 Topologically protected entanglement switching around exceptional points – Light: Sci. & Appl., 2024
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⚡ Observation of hybrid higher-order skin-topological effect in non-Hermitian topolectrical circuits – Nat. Commun., 2021
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🧵 Experimental observation of classical analogy of topological entanglement entropy – Nat. Commun., 2019