Evelyn Hu

Evelyn Hu is a Professor of Applied Physics and of Electrical Engineering at Harvard University, affiliated with the John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Her research interests include applied physics, materials, photonics, quantum engineering, and electrical engineering. Hu is a participant in the Nanoscale Science and Engineering Center and leads the Hu Research Group. She is also involved in science, technology, innovation, and public policy, as well as science and engineering education. Her work has been recognized with awards such as the American Physical Society Honor Dresselhaus Prize.

Evelyn L. Hu Tarr is a Professor of Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering at Harvard University, specializing in nanophotonics and quantum systems. Her research explores the integration of quantum phenomena with nanoscale optical devices, focusing on quantum dot-cavity systems, photonic crystal lasers, and quantum spintronics. She investigates methods to enhance light-matter interactions, such as through plasmonic nanocavities and semiconductor nanostructures. Her work also addresses challenges in semiconductor physics, including spin coherence and band gap inhomogeneity in InGaN/GaN structures. Hu Tarr's contributions span both fundamental quantum mechanics and applied nanotechnology, with a focus on advancing optoelectronic devices and quantum information systems.