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Author IDs
ORCID iD: 0000-0001-6569-0135
Scopus Author ID: 7403913416
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Biography
Dr. Yu grew up and received her education in Hong Kong. After she obtained her Ph.D. from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, she continued as a postdoctoral fellow there. In 2016, she moved to Singapore and worked as a research fellow at the National University of Singapore before joining the Department as an assistant professor in 2019.
Position(s) Available
- Postdoc positions in theoretical/ computational condensed matter physics are available. The successful candidates will work on topics in quantum critical phenomena in many-body systems. Recent research focuses of our group include quantum phase transitions, dynamical quantum phase transitions, time crystals, and machine learning in condensed matter physics. Potential candidates are also welcomed to suggest other research topics relevant to the above-mentioned theme. The applicant should have a PhD in Physics obtained no more than 5 years. For application, please send a CV with a full publication list to [email protected].
- PhD positions in theoretical and computational condensed matter physics are available. Interested candidates are welcomed to contact Dr. Yu ([email protected]) for details of the research projects. For information on application procedure and admission requirements, please visit https://www.cityu.edu.hk/pg/research-degree-programmes.
Research Interests/Areas
Dr. Yu's primary research interest lies in theoretical and computational condensed matter physics. She also collaborates closely with experimentalists. Current focuses include
- quantum phase transitions in quantum many-body systems
- non-equilibrium phases of matter such as the discrete-time crystal
- Fermi surfaces and electronic properties in superconductors and topological materials
- application of machine learning in condensed matter physics
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Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Research output
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Anomalous behaviors in dynamical quantum phase transitions of long-range topological chains
Carmelo, J. E. C., Chi Yu, W. & Sacramento, P. D., 2 Jun 2025, In: Journal of Physics Condensed Matter. 37, 22, 225401.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Discovery of a New Phase in Thin Flakes of KV3Sb5 under Pressure
Wang, Z., Wang, L., Yip, K. Y., Tsui, Y. K., Poon, T. F., Wang, W., Tsang, C. W., Wang, S., Graf, D., Pourret, A., Seyfarth, G., Knebel, G., Lai, K. T., Yu, W. C., Zhang, W. & Goh, S. K., 24 Apr 2025, In: Advanced Science. 12, 16, 2415012.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Identifying quantum phase transitions with minimal prior knowledge by unsupervised learning
Marashli, M. A., Lam, H. L. H., Mokayed, H., Sandin, F., Liwicki, M., Tang, H.-K. & Yu, W. C., 2025, In: SciPost Physics Core. 8, 1, 29.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Distribution of Fisher zeros in dynamical quantum phase transitions of two-dimensional topological systems
Sacramento, P. D. & Yu, W. C., 1 Apr 2024, In: Physical Review B. 109, 13, 18 p., 134301.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Efficient sampling using macrocanonical Monte Carlo and density of states mapping
Ding, J., Su, J., Tang, H.-K. & Yu, W. C., Oct 2024, In: Physical Review Research. 6, 4, 043070.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
Open AccessFile13 Downloads (CityUHK Scholars)
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REG-Small Scale: Type-I Dynamical Quantum Phase Transitions in Topological Quantum Many-body Systems
YU, W. C. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator) & SACRAMENTO, P. D. (Co-Investigator)
1/06/25 → …
Project: Research
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GRF: Unveiling Quantum Phase Transitions and Constructing the Order Parameters in Interacting Quantum Many-body Systems with Unsupervised Machine Learning
YU, W. C. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/11/22 → …
Project: Research
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GRF: Development of In-situ Photoluminescence Spectroscopy to Investigate the Ion Coordination in Solution-Derived Perovskites
TSANG, S. W. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator) & YU, W. C. (Co-Investigator)
1/01/21 → 4/12/24
Project: Research
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ECS: Theoretical Studies of Dynamical Quantum Phase Transitions in Non-Equilibrium Interacting Many-Body Systems
YU, W. C. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/01/21 → 16/12/24
Project: Research
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NSFC-YPC-SRI: 量子多体系统中约化密度矩阵与量子相变序参量
YU, W. C. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/01/21 → 31/12/23
Project: Research