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• Integrated Optics
• Silicon Photonics
• Semiconductor Lasers
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Professor Marc Sorel is a faculty member in the Department of Electronic & Nanoscale Engineering at the University of Glasgow's School of Engineering. He holds a PhD from Università di Pavia (1999) and joined the Optoelectronics Research Group at Glasgow in 1998 with a Rotary Foundation fellowship. Appointed Lecturer in 2002 and Senior Lecturer in 2008, he is now a Professor specializing in integrated optics, silicon photonics, and semiconductor lasers. His research focuses on applications like quantum technology, mid-infrared optoelectronics, and nonlinear photonics. Notable projects include silicon nitride optical phased arrays and rubidium-based atomic systems. He leads a team advancing chip-scale sensors and photonic integrated circuits. Collaborations with institutions like the Quantum Technology Hub highlight his industry engagement. Research interests span semiconductor ring lasers, ultrashort pulse lasers, and coupled ring resonators on silicon-on-insulator platforms. His work integrates materials science (e.g., alumina/silicon nitride) with quantum and optical engineering innovations. Over 300 publications and presentations at conferences like CLEO and ECOC reflect his global impact. Current efforts emphasize mid-infrared sensing, cold atom systems, and high-precision laser development. His lab develops photonic components for atomic trapping, quantum communication, and biomedical sensing. Recent advancements include sub-kHz linewidth lasers and low-loss waveguides. Funding from UK Research and Innovation supports his exploration of next-generation photonic technologies.

Elliot BentineView profile

Research Fellow

• Medical Imaging
• Quantum Optics
• Cold Atoms
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Elliot Bentine is a Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, affiliated with the Department of Physics. He also holds a Senior Postdoc position in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine. His work integrates quantum physics and medical imaging, focusing on the Vascular Imaging Tool for the Auricle (VITA), a non-invasive optical system for cardiovascular health assessment. Collaborates with Dr. Lapidaire (Cardiovascular Medicine) and previously worked in Professor Chris Foot's quantum gases group. Funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering, Department for Science Innovation and Technology (DSIT), British Heart Foundation, and other translational research programs. His research spans quantum optics, ultra-cold matter, and computational simulation, with a recent emphasis on medical device commercialization. Bentine also develops open-source physics simulations (e.g., AtomECS, CRFAP) and Unity-based tools like ProPixelizer, which has sold over 35,000 copies. Scientific Awards: Royal Academy of Engineering Enterprise Fellowship He contributes to academic and creative communities through outreach demos, including browser-based simulations of evaporative cooling and magnet interactions.

Dana AndersonView profile

Professor

• Quantum Computing
• Ultracold Atoms
• Atomtronics
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Dana Anderson is a Professor of Physics and JILA Fellow at the University of Colorado Boulder. He holds dual affiliations with the Department of Physics and JILA, a joint institute between the University of Colorado Boulder and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). His research focuses on ultracold atoms, quantum computing, and atomtronics, with applications in quantum sensing and space-based experiments. He currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) of Infleqtion (formerly ColdQuanta), a quantum technology company he co-founded. Anderson is a principal investigator in the Quantum Pathways Institute, a NASA-funded initiative to develop quantum-based Earth-sensing technologies. He collaborates with institutions like NIST, JPL, and ColdQuanta on projects such as the Cold Atom Laboratory (CAL) for space-based ultracold atom research. His work has been recognized by TIME Magazine and led to significant grants, including a $15M NASA award for quantum space research. Research interests include atomtronics (hybrid atom-electronics systems), neutral atom quantum computing, and ultracold atom gyroscopes. His group develops novel atom chip technologies, such as window atom chips enabling high-resolution imaging, and explores applications like matterwave transistors and quantum inertial sensors. Current projects include shaken lattice interferometry for navigation and Rydberg atom-based microwave sensors. Anderson has pioneered concepts like the matterwave transistor oscillator and contributed to the first neutral atom quantum computing arrays. His work bridges fundamental physics and applied technologies, with a focus on translating quantum phenomena into practical devices. He actively mentors students and postdocs in experimental atomic physics and quantum engineering.

Jean-Philippe BrantutView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantum optics
• Quantum simulation
• Strongly correlated Fermions
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Jean-Philippe Brantut is an Associate Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Basic Sciences (SB), the Institute of Physics (IPHYS), and the School of Physics (SPH-ENS). He leads the Laboratory for Quantum Gases (LQG), a research group focused on quantum simulation with ultracold atomic systems. He also serves as a PhD program committee member for the Doctoral Program in Physics at EPFL. Research Interests: His work lies at the intersection of quantum optics, atomic physics, and condensed matter physics. He investigates strongly correlated fermionic systems, cavity quantum electrodynamics, mesoscopic physics, and quantum transport. His group pioneers the integration of Fermi gases with high-finesse optical cavities to simulate quantum devices and explore novel quantum matter. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications, appearing in Nature , Science , and Nature Physics , demonstrate a strong focus on engineering quantum many-body systems using photon-mediated interactions. Key themes include the realization of random spin models, observation of density-wave ordering, and the investigation of universal pair polaritons in strongly interacting Fermi gases. His earlier work laid foundations in quantum thermoelectricity and quantized transport in neutral matter. Scientific Awards: Latsis University Prize (2023) Physics Teaching Award at EPFL (2023) ERC Consolidator Grant (2022): Driven and Dissipative Quantum Simulators ERC Starting Grant (2016): Devices, engines and circuits: quantum engineering with cold atoms Fondation Sandoz Chair (2016) SNSF Ambizione Fellowship (2013) Advising and Grants: Brantut actively supervises multiple PhD students, including current students Gaia Bolognini, Tabea Bühler, Ekaterina Fedotova, Francesca Orsi, and Zeyang Xue, and has advised several successful graduates such as Victor Helson, Kevin Roux, Nick Sauerwein, and Timo Zwettler. His research is supported by major grants, most notably two European Research Council (ERC) grants, underscoring the significance and innovation of his work in quantum simulation and quantum engineering. Laboratories and Teams: He leads the Laboratory for Quantum Gases (LQG) at EPFL, which operates two main experimental setups: the Fermi gas experiment and the microscope experiment. The team includes post-doctoral researchers, PhD students, and visiting scientists, fostering a collaborative environment for advancing quantum science with ultracold atoms.

Georg RaithelView profile

Professor

• Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics
• Rydberg Atoms
• Quantum Sensing
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Georg Raithel is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, where he has been a faculty member since 1997 following postdoctoral research at NIST as an Alexander von Humboldt Fellow. His research focuses on experimental atomic, molecular, and optical physics, specializing in Rydberg atom systems for quantum sensing and precision measurement applications. His academic background includes: Habilitation, University of Munich, Germany (1995) Ph.D., University of Munich, Germany (1990) Diploma, University of Munich, Germany (1987) Raithel's work centers on Rydberg atoms and their applications in quantum sensing, precision spectroscopy, and quantum information. His group investigates electromagnetically induced transparency in vapor cells, atom interferometry, ultracold plasmas, and Rydberg-atom-ion molecules. Recent breakthroughs include tractor atom interferometry for rotation sensing and SI-traceable electric field probes, bridging fundamental physics with practical quantum technologies. His publication trends show increasing focus on applied quantum systems, particularly Rydberg-atom-based sensors for electromagnetic field measurement, quantum communication protocols, and precision metrology devices. This evolution reflects a strategic shift from fundamental Rydberg physics toward engineered quantum solutions for real-world measurement challenges. Major scientific recognitions include: Fellow of the American Physical Society Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Fellowship Raithel has mentored approximately thirty Ph.D. students who now hold positions across academia, industry, and government laboratories. His research has been supported by sustained funding from the National Science Foundation and Department of Energy, enabling development of advanced laser systems for cold atom manipulation and quantum control. The Raithel laboratory, housed in Homer A. Neal Laboratory (rooms SB149, SB283, SB290), maintains multiple experimental setups for laser cooling, optical trapping, and vapor-cell spectroscopy. His group actively collaborates with industry through Rydberg Technologies Inc., which he co-founded to commercialize atom-based sensing technology.

Nathan SchineView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Physics
• Quantum Information Science
• Atomic Physics
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Nathan Schine is an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland, specializing in quantum physics and quantum information science. He leads the Schine lab, which explores controlled coherent dynamics and engineered dissipation in quantum systems, particularly using optical cavities coupled to tweezer-trapped cold atoms. His research bridges atomic physics, quantum optics, and condensed matter physics. Education: B.A. in Physics, Williams College (2013) Ph.D. in Physics, University of Chicago (2019) Research interests focus on quantum many-body systems, optical cavities, and applications such as quantum information processing and ultra-coherent atomic clocks. The lab’s work includes developing state-of-the-art strontium tweezer array apparatuses for precision metrology and quantum simulation. Recent publications highlight advancements in Dicke state preparation, optical pumping of quantum Hall states, and cavity-enhanced measurements. Advising and grants involve mentoring graduate students and postbaccalaureate researchers, including Shardul Rao and Siddharth Taneja. The lab collaborates with groups like AMPED, QuICS, and RQS at UMD. Members include postdoctoral researchers and graduate students working on theoretical quantum optics and experimental setups. Labs/Teams: The Schine lab integrates atomic, optical, and condensed matter physics approaches to address fundamental and applied questions in quantum science.

Steven HoekstraView profile

Associate Professor

• Atomic Physics
• Molecular Physics
• Stark Deceleration
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Prof. dr. Steven Hoekstra is an Associate Professor of Atomic and Molecular Physics at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, within the Van Swinderen Institute. His research focuses on precision measurements using cold molecules to explore fundamental physics, including Stark deceleration, laser cooling, and searches for physics beyond the Standard Model. He leads the NL-eEDM program at Nikhef, investigating the electron's electric dipole moment. Hoekstra is also involved in educational innovation, having received the Teacher of the Year award (2020) and a Senior Teacher Qualification (2023). He has supervised over 11 PhD theses and currently mentors 5 students. His work combines experimental techniques with theoretical insights, addressing questions like symmetry violations and quantum dynamics. Key projects include manipulating BaF molecules with electrostatic fields and exploring levitated nanoparticles as sensors. Hoekstra has secured major grants, including NWO VICI (2022) and VIDI (2013), and collaborates internationally on projects like the European Strategy for particle physics. Recent articles highlight advancements in molecular beam control, spin-precession methods for EDM searches, and opportunities in radioactive molecules. He actively participates in the Physics Olympiad Netherlands as chair, contributing to science outreach and education.

• Materials Science
• Corrosion Engineering
• Alloy Design
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Dr. KN Sasidhar is a Researcher in the Department of Microstructure Physics and Alloy Design at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf. His work focuses on advanced materials science, particularly corrosion mechanisms, alloy design, and nanoscale structural analysis. He employs cutting-edge techniques like in situ synchrotron investigations and deep learning frameworks to study material behavior under extreme conditions. Current research emphasizes corrosion resistance in stainless steels, phase transformations during nitriding, and radiation effects on coatings. Key achievements include pioneering studies on nanoscale amorphization in metallic systems, data-centric approaches for materials discovery, and the development of predictive models for alloy performance. His work bridges experimental materials characterization with computational methods, addressing challenges in energy and aerospace applications. Publications span corrosion analysis, microstructural evolution under irradiation, and phase separation phenomena. Collaborative projects involve synchrotron facilities and interdisciplinary teams focusing on materials informatics. No formal awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided texts, though his prolific publication record indicates active academic engagement.

Crystal SenkoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Simulation
• Trapped Ion Manipulation
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Dr. Crystal Senko is an Assistant Professor and Canada Research Chair in Trapped Ion Quantum Computing at the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) , University of Waterloo. Her research focuses on quantum simulations, quantum computing with trapped ions, and qudit-based systems. She holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Maryland (2014) and a B.Sc. in Physics from Duke University (2009). Her research interests span Quantum Computing , Quantum Simulation , Trapped Ion Manipulation , and Photonics . Key projects include optimizing qudit-based quantum computing protocols and developing photonic crystal waveguides for atom-photon interactions. Recent work emphasizes trapped ion efficiency, laser noise mitigation, and programmable quantum simulators. Dr. Senko has authored influential papers on trapped ion systems, including studies on multi-level qudit control, nanophotonic cavity coupling, and non-thermalization in spin chains. Her work bridges theoretical quantum models and experimental advancements in scalable quantum hardware. Awards: Canada Research Chair (Trapped Ion Quantum Computing) Teaching: Courses include Quantum Physics 2 (PHYS 334), Quantum Mechanics 1 (PHYS 701), and Special Topics in Quantum Information Processing (PHYS 768/QIC 890). Labs/Teams: Affiliated with IQC and previously contributed to Harvard’s Center for Ultracold Atoms.

Eugene DemlerView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Atomic and Molecular Physics
• Quantum Optics
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Eugene Demler is a Full Professor at the Department of Physics, ETH Zurich. Previously, he held academic positions at Harvard University from 1998 to 2021, including Assistant Professor (2001-2004), Associate Professor (unspecified dates), and Full Professor (2005-2021). His work bridges theoretical condensed matter physics, atomic and molecular physics, quantum optics, and quantum simulations. Education: MSc in Physics, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (1993) Diploma work, Lebedev Physics Institute (1992-1993) PhD in Theoretical Physics, Stanford University (1998), supervised by S.C. Zhang Demler's research focuses on strongly correlated quantum systems, spintronics, quantum sensing, and photo-induced phase transitions. His recent publications explore topics such as quantum polarons, Josephson plasmons, magnon dynamics, and terahertz spectroscopy in superconductors. He has pioneered hybrid quantum-classical methods for electron-phonon systems and cavity-mediated quantum materials. His Google Scholar articles (2023-2025) span theoretical and experimental domains, with keywords including Quantum Physics , Condensed Matter Physics , and Quantum Optics . Subfields include Quantum Control , Superconductivity , Spin Waves , Quantum Sensing , Non-Equilibrium Dynamics , and Quantum Simulation . Scientific Awards: Hamburg Prize for Theoretical Physics (2021) Simons Investigator (2021) Moore Distinguished Scholar (2020) Hanna Visiting Scholar (2019) Highly Cited Researcher (2017-2020) Senior Fellow at ETH Zurich's Institute for Theoretical Studies (2015) Simons Fellowship (2015) Distinguished Scholar at Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (2015) Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher (2014) Siemens Research Award (2006) Johannes Gutenberg Lecture Award (2006) NSF Career Award (2002) Sloan Fellowship (2002) Demler teaches courses such as Statistical Physics and Strongly Correlated Systems in Atomic and Condensed Matter Physics . His work integrates theoretical modeling with experimental collaborations, particularly in quantum optics and condensed matter systems.

K. Rajibul IslamView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantum Information Processing
• Trapped Ion Quantum Simulation
• Quantum Computing
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K. Rajibul Islam is an Associate Professor at the University of Waterloo, affiliated with the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) and the Department of Physics and Astronomy. He holds a joint appointment with the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics and co-founded Open Quantum Design and Lightflow Optics Inc. His research focuses on quantum information processing, quantum simulation, and trapped ion systems, with applications in quantum computing and entanglement studies. Education: Ph.D. in Physics (2012, University of Maryland), M.Sc. in Physics (2007, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research), B.Sc. in Physics (2005, Jadavpur University). Postdoctoral research at Harvard University (2012–2015) and MIT (2015–2016). Research Interests : Quantum simulation of spin models, quantum computing with trapped ions, entanglement measurement, frustrated spin systems, and quantum materials. His lab, QITI (Quantum Information with Trapped Ions), develops scalable quantum simulators and open-access quantum computers like 'QuantumIon.' Awards : Fellow of the American Physical Society (2024), VAIBHAV Fellowship (2024), Excellence in Teaching Award (2024), Early Researcher Award (2019), and Distinguished PhD Dissertation Award (2012–13). Teaching : Courses include PHYS 701 (Graduate Quantum Physics), PHYS 234 (Quantum Physics I), PHYS 393 (Physical Optics), and PHYS 256 (Geometrical and Physical Optics). He emphasizes outreach via initiatives like Bigyan.org.in , a Bengali-language science platform. Lab and Collaborations : Active in developing trapped-ion quantum hardware, including ion trap designs, optical addressing systems, and holographic control methods. Collaborates on quantum algorithms, machine learning for quantum systems, and experimental quantum thermodynamics.

Bert SmithView profile

Professor

• Ancient Art
• Classical Archaeology
• Mediterranean Studies
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Professor Bert Smith is a distinguished academic at the University of Oxford, serving as a Fellow of Lincoln College. He holds the position of Professor in the Faculty of Classics, with a specialization in Greek Archaeology and Roman Art/Archaeology. His academic journey includes MA, MPhil, and DPhil degrees from Oxford University. Prior to his current role, he was a Harkness Fellow at Princeton University (1983-85) and taught Hellenistic and Roman art at New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts (1986-1995). His research focuses on the art and visual cultures of the ancient Mediterranean, particularly the relationship between visual representation and social/political contexts. As director of the Aphrodisias excavation project since 1991, he has contributed significantly to understanding the archaeology of Greek cities in the Eastern Roman Empire. Key achievements include a British Academy/Philip Leverhulme Fellowship (2007-2008) and leadership in the AHRC-funded 'Last Statues of Antiquity' project (2009-2012), resulting in a collaborative book (2016). Teaching responsibilities include lectures and seminars on Greek and Roman art and archaeology. His publications span over four decades, with notable works on sarcophagi iconography, Aphrodisias excavations, and Hellenistic art. He actively collaborates with institutions like the Oxford Centre for Greek and Roman Antiquity (OCGRA). Current research continues to explore late antiquity art and archaeology through fieldwork and interdisciplinary projects.

Oliver SchmitzView profile

Professor

• Plasma Edge Physics
• Plasma Wall Interaction
• Three-Dimensional Plasma Edge Transport
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Oliver Schmitz is a Professor in the Department of Nuclear Engineering & Engineering Physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he leads research in plasma edge physics for magnetic confinement fusion and next-generation particle accelerators. His work bridges experimental plasma science, computational modeling, and diagnostic development with applications in both tokamaks and stellarators. Education: PhD (2006), Heinrich-Heine-Universität Diploma (2003), Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Professor Schmitz's research focuses on 3D plasma edge transport phenomena, plasma-wall interactions, and helicon plasma generation for wakefield accelerators. His group employs advanced computational tools like EMC3-EIRENE for 3D plasma edge modeling and develops active spectroscopic diagnostics to measure plasma parameters through atomic emission analysis. Key themes include resonant magnetic perturbation effects in tokamaks, inherent 3D physics in stellarators, and high-density plasma sustainment for accelerator applications. He actively develops atomic models to interpret spectroscopic data and operates helicon plasma test stands for fundamental process studies. Recent publications reveal strong emphasis on experimental-computational integration for fusion boundary physics, with significant contributions to ITER divertor solutions, stellarator exhaust optimization, and plasma-facing materials. The work shows growing focus on wakefield accelerator diagnostics through helicon plasma sources and advanced spectroscopy, alongside persistent innovation in 3D modeling of plasma-material interfaces. Scientific Awards: 2020 Thomas and Suzanne Werner Chair Professorship 2018 UW Madison Teaching Academy Fellow 2017 ITER Science Fellowship & Vilas Mid-Career Award 2015 DOE Early Career Award & NSF CAREER Award 2011 Torkil Jensen Award (General Atomics) 2007 Günther-Leibfried-Preis (Jülich) Professor Schmitz directs multiple DOE/NSF-funded research programs including his UW Madison laboratory and AWAKE project contributions at CERN. He mentors graduate students through NE 890/990 thesis research courses and has developed nationally recognized K-12 outreach including the "Plasma Show" for elementary schools and "Plasma Academy" for high-school educators developing AP Physics curriculum modules. His leadership extends to university governance through the Kaufman seminar on academic leadership. His research group operates helicon plasma test stands and computational facilities for EMC3-EIRENE simulations, with current efforts focused on high-density plasma sources for accelerators and resilient divertor solutions for stellarators. The group maintains strong international collaborations with ITER, CERN, and major fusion facilities worldwide.

• Quantum Optics
• Atomic Physics
• Quantum Information Science
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Jacob P. Covey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Colorado Boulder (2017) and B.S. in Engineering Physics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2011). His research focuses on quantum optics, atomic physics, and quantum information science, particularly in quantum control of ultracold atoms and molecules, superradiance phenomena, and quantum networking. He leads the Covey Lab, which explores topics such as neutral atom quantum processors, Rydberg atom interactions, and precision measurement with optical clocks. Academic Positions: Assistant Professor at UIUC (2020–present); Richard Chace Tolman Postdoctoral Scholar at Caltech (2017–2020). Research highlights include pioneering work on Dicke superradiance in ordered atomic arrays and telecom-band quantum networking with Yb-171 atom arrays. He teaches undergraduate courses in mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, quantum physics, and quantum information. Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2024), Young Investigator Awards from AFOSR (2023) and ONR (2022), Springer Thesis Award (2018), and multiple fellowships including the Richard Chace Tolman Postdoctoral Fellowship (2017). His work bridges experimental and theoretical advances in quantum technologies, with contributions to quantum state control, precision metrology, and many-body quantum systems.

Crystal NoelView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Computing
• Trapped Ions
• Integrated Photonics
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Crystal Noel is an Assistant Professor at Duke University in the Pratt School of Engineering and Trinity College of Arts & Sciences , with appointments in both the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Physics since 2022. She is also a Member of the Duke Quantum Center since 2024. Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from University of California, Berkeley (2019) B.S. in Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2013) Her research focuses on quantum computing and simulation with trapped ions , integrated photonics for scalable trapped ion systems , and electric-field noise from surfaces . Recent work includes developing non-invasive mid-circuit measurement techniques, sympathetic cooling for ion chains, and cross-platform quantum state comparison. She has secured significant grants from National Science Foundation , Rochester Institute of Technology , and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency for quantum co-design and networking projects. Her lab ( Noel Lab ) explores scalable quantum computing architectures and surface noise mitigation. She teaches courses ranging from foundational Fields and Waves: Fundamentals of Information Propagation to advanced topics in Quantum Engineering with Atoms and Advanced Topics in Electrical and Computer Engineering .