Daniel T. Larson

Daniel uses density functional theory and molecular dynamics simulations to support experimental studies of novel materials, particularly twisted moiré systems.  Recent work has focused on first-principles studies of atomic and electronic properties of twisted bilayer graphene with and without hBN encapsulation. Other work has focused on square moiré structures in twisted perovskite oxides, moiré phonons in twisted bilayers, and electron and phonon transport in thermoelectrics. Earlier work focused on Raman spectra of 2D magnetic layers and the effects of intercalation in few-layer heterostructures.

Daniel earned his PhD in particle physics from UC Berkeley, then spent 9 years raising 3 amazing children, before turning his attention to computational condensed matter physics. In additional to physics and parenting, Daniel enjoys trail running and has completed 24 marathons and over 90 ultramarathons, including 13 sub-24 hr finishes in the Vermont 100 Mile Endurance Race.