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Oct 13, 2026
Quantum Design Oxford Announces Winner of the 2026 Nicholas Kurti Science Prize
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Quantum Design Oxford awarded the 2026 Nicholas Kurti Science Prize to Dr. Chunyu Guo, a W2 Research Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter. Guo’s prize‑winning work explores quantum behavior in kagome metals, uncovering many‑body quantum interference, long‑range coherent charge transport, and electronic order under extreme conditions. The €15,000 award includes conference support, recognizing his contributions to correlated topological matter and unconventional superconductors.
💡 Why It Matters
- · The prize spotlights breakthroughs that could reshape quantum‑material design, offering new pathways for next‑generation electronics and superconducting technologies.
