Office: 2330 NPB
352.392.6256
cheng@qtp.ufl.edu
Hai-Ping Cheng
Professor
Education
PhD Northwestern University (1988)
Research Groups
Quantum Theory Project and Center for Condensed Matter Sciences
Research Interest
Research aims at physical phenomena at ultra small (nano)-scale via large-scale computational approach. The goal is to
develop a basic understanding of physical properties of finite-size systems (cluster,
nano-crystals, molecular/nano-wires)
and their interaction with bulk matter. Small systems exhibit unique properties because of size confinement,
and therefore
are of great fundamental significance as well as technological value. We are working on systematic investigations of
size-dependent energetic, structural, electronic structure, electronic transport, mechanical, dynamic, and thermodynamic
properties of various systems, as well as their interaction with bulk matter.