We are experimentalists doing interdisciplinary research involving optics and photonics, materials science, physical chemistry, and mechanical engineering.

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Join the Zhou Lab

We will have openings for 1 PhD position and 2 MS positions in the upcoming months. Please contact Dr. Zhou for more details or submit your applications through Graduate School if you are interested in joining us. Applications for Spring 2027 semester is due on October 1, 2026 at 5:00 pm (US Central time). Applications for Fall 2027 is due on December 1, 2026 at 5:00 pm (US Central time) We continuously seek highly motivated Master's and undergraduate students to join our experimental research team. Here you will gain experiences and knowledge in one or more of the following areas: 1) nano-optics and photonics, 2) materials under high pressures, and 3) shock waves. Please email your CV to Dr. Zhou if you are interested in joining us. (Last updated: September 2026)