Zhé-Yǔ (Daniel)

Lín

Zhé-Yǔ (Daniel) Lín is an astrophysicist specializing in the study of planet formation and evolution within protoplanetary disks surrounding young stars. His research focuses on understanding the properties and behavior of dust grains, the fundamental building blocks of planets. With expertise in high angular resolution (sub)millimeter wave radio observations, Daniel utilizes cutting-edge technology such as the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) and develops theoretical models of dust scattering and grain alignment.

At Carnegie Science, Daniel collaborates with Alycia Weinberger to investigate debris in more mature planetary system by extending to infrared wavelengths. This research aims to shed light on the composition of grains and complex processes that shape disks throughout their lifetimes, from the earliest stages of planet formation to the evolution of established planetary architectures.