Adam Cohen

Adam Cohen is a Professor of Chemistry at Harvard University, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. His research spans biophysics, chemical biology, physical/chemical physics, and theoretical sciences. Cohen's work focuses on developing physical tools to study molecules and cells, including the creation of fluorescent voltage-indicating proteins for optical mapping of neural activity. His lab has also explored chiral light-matter interactions, predicting and demonstrating the existence of 'superchiral' light. Cohen holds PhD degrees from Cambridge (UK) in theoretical physics and from Stanford in experimental biophysics. His research has been recognized through awards such as the NIH New Innovator Award and the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE).

Adam Cohen is a researcher in Biophysics, Neuroscience, and Physical Chemistry, focusing on the intersection of optical methods and biological systems. His work explores the use of light to probe and manipulate neural activity, as seen in studies on all-optical electrophysiology and voltage imaging in neurons. Cohen also investigates the interaction of chiral molecules with light, including optical chirality and enantioselectivity. His research spans from biophysics to nanoscale manipulation, including methods for trapping and controlling nanoparticles. Additionally, he contributes to understanding cellular dynamics through techniques like surface plasmon resonance and electrokinetic trapping.