Ludwig Mathey

Prof. Dr. Ludwig Mathey, currently holding a W2 professorship at the Center for Optical Quantum Technologies within the MIN Faculty at Universität Hamburg, is a distinguished physicist known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of quantum technologies. Dr. Mathey's academic journey began with the completion of his diploma in Physics at the University of Heidelberg in 2001, followed by his doctoral studies at Harvard University, where he obtained his Ph.D. in 2007. Since then, he has held various research and academic positions, including a postdoctoral fellowship at the Joint Quantum Institute in Maryland, before joining Universität Hamburg as a Junior Professor in 2011 and later advancing to his current position in 2017. Throughout his career, Dr. Mathey has been actively involved in research, teaching, and mentoring, exemplified by his supervision of numerous master's, bachelor's, doctoral students, and postdoctoral researchers. His expertise lies in theoretical physics, with a focus on engineering Ising-XY spin models, interlayer tunneling in high-Tc superconductors, dynamical control of order in cavity-BEC systems, and Floquet dynamics in light-driven solids. Dr. Mathey's groundbreaking research has been published in high-impact journals such as Nature Physics, Physical Review Letters, and Science, showcasing his significant contributions to advancing our understanding of quantum phenomena and their applications. In recognition of his scholarly achievements, Dr. Mathey has received several awards and honors, including multiple teaching awards from the Department of Physics and the prestigious White Prize for Excellence in Teaching from Harvard University. Through his outstanding research contributions and dedication to education and mentorship, Dr. Mathey continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of quantum technologies and inspiring the next generation of physicists.