Guannan Chen
PhD student in Applied Mathematics
PhD student in Applied Mathematics
I am a second-year PhD student in Applied Mathematics based in the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Statistics and Applied Mathematics (SAMBa) at the University of Bath, under the supervision of Dr. Pranav Singh and Prof. Chris Budd OBE. My thesis title is "Quantum algorithms for Hamiltonian simulation". My work primarily lies at the intersection of numerical analysis, quantum computation, with a particular focus on geometric numerical integration and its applications in quantum dynamics and control.
Prior to my PhD study, I completed the MRes portion of the SAMBa CDT with Distinction and completed my MSc in Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing at the University of Oxford. During my undergraduate studies, I engaged in a dual degree programme, as a result of which I earned a Bachelor of Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Manchester as well as a Bachelor of Statistics from Shandong University.
Talk on Quantum simulation of highly-oscillatory many-body Hamiltonians for near-term devices.
Talk on High accuracy algorithms for quantum dynamics and control at the minisymposium Numerical and data-driven approaches for optimal control problems.
Talk on Efficient simulation of time-dependent Hamiltonians.
Poster presentation on Efficient simulation of time-dependent Hamiltonians.
Talk on Efficient simulation of time-dependent Hamiltonians.
Talk on Fundamentals of quantum computation and efficient simulation of time-dependent Hamiltonians.
Poster presentation on Efficient simulation of time-dependent Hamiltonians.
Delivering lectures and workshops to local school students at Royal Institution/Bath Masterclasses.
In my role, I communicate with PhD students about various relevant policy developments and gather their feedback and opinions on these topics as well as on daily academic issues, ensuring a transparent and inclusive environment. I attend departmental, faculty, and doctoral college Staff and Student Liaison Committee meetings, bringing feedback to facilitate enhanced communication between students and faculty. Additionally, I take part in organizing departmental PhD events, such as poster competitions, to encourage academic engagement.
Industrial partners: Wessex Water and Camera Forensics.
During the week, I worked with the Camera Forensics on an industry challenge on improving tne extraction of signal pattern noise. Our final presentation can be found here.
Industrial partners: Environment Agency and Mayden.
During the week, I worked with the Environmental Agency on an industry challenge on investigating extreme values in tidal levels. Our final presentation can be found here.
Industrial partners: The French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) and Schlumberger.
In the months leading up to the event, I assisted in liaising with CEA as the student coordinator. During the week, I worked with Schlumberger on an industry challenge on "Suspension Modelling of Drilling Fluid" and delivered two presentaions representing the group. Our final presentation can be found here.
Industrial partners: Central Laser Facility and the Bath Beacon in zero carbon offshore power.
During the week, I worked with the Bath Beacon on an industry challenge on "Placement Optimisation of Tidal Turbines" and delivered two presentaions representing the group. Our final presentation can be found here.
