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Veronika KuchtaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Post-Quantum Cryptography
• Mathematical Cryptography
• Blockchain Security
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Dr. Veronika Kuchta is an Assistant Professor at Florida Atlantic University's Department of Mathematical Sciences, specializing in post-quantum cryptography and its applications to blockchain. She holds a PhD in applied cryptography from the University of Surrey (2016) and has held roles including Honorary Research Fellow at The University of Queensland (UQ) School of Mathematics and Physics (2020–2022), Research Fellow at Monash University (2018–2020), and postdoc at Université libre de Bruxelles (2016–2018). Education: PhD in Applied Cryptography, University of Surrey, UK (2016) Diploma in Mathematics, Heidelberg University, Germany (2010) Research Interests: Her work focuses on constructing quantum-resistant cryptographic primitives, including lattice-based schemes, zero-knowledge proofs, and their integration into real-world systems like blockchain. She explores topics such as post-quantum verifiable random functions, cryptographic accelerators, and privacy-preserving authentication protocols. Key Projects: Formal Verification of Post-Quantum Cryptographic Primitives (UQ Cyber Seed Funding, 2021–2023) Algorand Centre of Excellence on Sustainability Informatics (2022–2023) Grants & Funding: Noted for contributions to blockchain security and lattice-based protocols, her work is supported by industry and institutional grants, including the Monash University Open Grant for the Algorand Centre of Excellence. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on cryptographic protocol design and hardware-accelerated cryptography (e.g., TPU-based cryptographic acceleration).

Boubacar KantéView profile

Professor

• Wave-Matter Interaction
• Nanophotonics
• Plasmonics
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Boubacar Kanté is the inaugural Chenming Hu Endowed Chaired Professor at the University of California, Berkeley , affiliated with the College of Engineering and Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences . He leads research at the intersection of Nanophotonics , Plasmonics , Metamaterials , and Quantum Optics , with a focus on wave-matter interaction across microwave to optical frequencies. Education: Ph.D. in Engineering/Physics (Universite Paris Saclay, 2010), M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (Ecole Polytechnique Universitaire de Lille, 2006), M.S. in Electrical Engineering/Telecommunications (Universite de Lille 1, 2006) His research explores topological photonics and bound state in continuum (BIC) lasers , addressing challenges in energy, defense, and health through novel optical devices. Notable inventions include the BerkSEL (Berkeley Surface Emitting Laser) and the first non-magnetic metamaterial invisibility cloak . Recent work focuses on quantum emitter synthesis in silicon , exceptional point-based sensors , and topological lasers . His publications span Nature , Science Advances , and Physical Review journals, emphasizing scalable quantum technologies and nonperiodic photonic systems. Scientific Awards: 2024 Bakar Prize 2021 Bakar Fellows Spark Award 2020 Moore Inventor Fellow 2017 ONR Young Investigator Award 2016 NSF Career Award 2010 Richelieu Prize 2007 URSI Young Scientist Award Kanté has advised Ph.D. students including Yertay Zhiyenbayev , Zhetao Jia , and Rushin Contractor . His group holds world records in plasmonic nanosensing and achromatic metalens bandwidth/efficiency . Current projects involve quantum internet technologies and silicon-based quantum light sources .

• Biophysics
• Gene Regulatory Networks
• Immune System Dynamics
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Aleksandra Walczak is a Professor of Biophysics at the École normale supérieure , leading research at the Laboratoire de Physique Théorique (LPENS). Her work bridges statistical physics and biology, focusing on understanding complex living systems through gene regulatory networks, immune system dynamics, and population genetics. Research Interests : Non-equilibrium biological systems, T-cell/B-cell receptor repertoires, stochastic molecular systems, and evolutionary dynamics. Funding & Collaborations : Supported by the Fondation Bettencourt Schueller, she co-organizes interdisciplinary workshops like the Paris Workshop on Immunology and contributes to GDRI Evolution, Regulation and Signaling network. Recent Publications explore gene regulatory principles, immune repertoire modeling, viral-immune coevolution, and collective behavior. She has secured competitive grants and mentors students in theoretical biophysics. Awards : Habilitation à diriger des recherches (2012), Princeton Center for Theoretical Physics Postdoctoral Fellowship (2007-2010). Students & Positions : Actively supervises PhD/Master projects; offers internships in biophysics and quantum engineering.

Jarryd PlaView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantum Information Processing
• Quantum Technologies
• Spin-based Quantum Computation
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Associate Professor Jarryd Pla is an experimental physicist and electrical engineer at the University of New South Wales, specializing in quantum information processing and quantum technologies. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from UNSW (2013) and a first-class honors BEng in Photonic Engineering (2009). Current ARC Future Fellow Former Bragg Gold Medal recipient His research focuses on: Spin-based quantum computation in silicon Superconducting quantum circuits Quantum-noise-limited microwave amplifiers Hybrid quantum systems for quantum memory Quantum sensing and spectroscopy Recent publications highlight: Room-temperature maser amplifiers Kinetic inductance parametric amplifiers Coherent control of donor spins Quantum-limited electron spin resonance Scientific Awards: ARC Future Fellowship (2024-2028) Bragg Gold Medal His grants include: ARC DECRA (2019-2022): Superconducting hybrid quantum technologies ARC Discovery Project (2021-2024): Quantum sensing with semiconductor devices ARC Future Fellowship (2024-2028): Room-temperature diamond-based microwave detection

• Nanophotonics
• Quantum Technologies
• Computational Optics
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Dr. Sven Burger is a leading Researcher at the Zuse Institute Berlin (ZIB) within the Modeling and Simulation of Complex Processes department. His work focuses on Nanophotonics , Quantum Technologies , and Optical Resonance Computation , particularly in photonic crystals, plasmonic systems, and quantum light sources. Key projects: NanoLab GRIPS 2024 , MATH+ TES QT , MATH+ PaA-1 (perovskite solar cells), Colour Impression of Solar Cells Collaborations: MATH+ , BIFOLD , Research Campus MODAL His research spans Bayesian optimization for quantum systems, quasinormal mode expansions , chiral plasmonics , and terawatt-scale photovoltaics . Recent work emphasizes RPExpand software for resonance analysis and AAA algorithm applications in photonic design. He contributes to quantum key distribution via plug&play single-photon sources, hot carrier dynamics in plasmonic nanocrystals, and high-efficiency light extraction for deep-UV LEDs. His computational methods address non-Hermitian systems , exceptional points , and self-interference nanoparticle tracking .

Matthew LeiferView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Information Theory
• Foundations of Quantum Theory
• Mathematical Physics
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Matthew Leifer is an Assistant Professor of Physics at Chapman University's Schmid College of Science and Technology, where he serves as Program Director for the Faculty of Physics and Co-Program Director of Physics. He is also a member of the Institute for Quantum Studies. His academic journey includes a BSc in Physics from the University of Manchester (1999), a Master of Advanced Study in Mathematics from the University of Cambridge (2000), and a PhD from the University of Bristol (2003) under Prof. Noah Linden. Leifer's research bridges mathematics, philosophy, and theoretical physics, with core interests in quantum information theory and quantum foundations. His work explores fundamental aspects of quantum theory including nonclassicality, interference phenomena, uncertainty relations, and operational frameworks. He investigates how quantum mechanics challenges classical intuitions about reality and measurement. His recent publications focus on characterizing nonclassical behavior in quantum systems, re-examining quantum uncertainty, and developing mathematical frameworks for quantum phenomena. These works consistently address foundational questions about quantum reality while connecting to observable phenomena in quantum optics and information processing. Leifer has organized major conferences including Quantum Physics and Logic (QPL 2019) and maintains an active role in the quantum foundations community through collaborations with institutions like Perimeter Institute and University College London. He currently leads projects through the Southern California Quantum Foundations Hub funded by the John Templeton Foundation.

Peter G.R. SmithView profile

Professor

• Quantum Technology
• Integrated Photonics
• Optical Waveguide Fabrication
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Professor Peter G.R. Smith is a leading academic at the University of Southampton within the Faculty of Physical Sciences and Engineering and Optoelectronics Research Centre . Current research focuses on Quantum Technology , Integrated Photonics , and Nonlinear Optical Materials , with funding exceeding £100m as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-Investigator (Co-I), including £11m in PI-equivalent grants. EPSRC Established Career Fellowship in Quantum Technologies Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship Over 203 publications in Web of Science 16 licensed patents Research trends emphasize UV and visible wavelength quantum optics , photonic device fabrication , and integrated quantum computing systems . Key projects include quantum state engineering and precision waveguide fabrication techniques. Co-founder of Stratophase Ltd Current director of Covesion Ltd (www.covesion.com) Former director of ECS Partners (2011-2015) Scientific awards include: EPSRC Established Career Fellowship Two 2017 Highly Commended Research Group Awards Current research supervision includes PhD candidates Noelia Palomar Davidson and Peter William Iveson . Key research groups include: Photonic Systems, Circuits and Sensors Group Optical Engineering and Quantum Photonics Group Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute

Salvatore Ivan TrapassoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Applied harmonic analysis
• Fourier analysis
• Machine learning
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Salvatore Ivan Trapasso is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Mathematical Sciences "GL Lagrange" (DISMA) , Polytechnic University of Turin , and a member of the SmartData@PoliTO - Big Data and Data Science Laboratory . His research focuses on Applied Harmonic Analysis , Fourier Analysis , Machine Learning , and Quantum Theory , with expertise in Mathematical Analysis (MATH-03/A) and Theoretical PDEs (PE1_11). Education : Implied PhD in Mathematics. Research Areas : Phase Space Analysis, Time-Frequency Methods, and Applications to Quantum Mechanics. His recent publications investigate phase space techniques for Feynman Path Integrals , Twisted Laplacian , Compressed Sensing , and Stability of Scattering Transforms . His work bridges Harmonic Analysis with Machine Learning and Quantum Dynamics . Notable scientific awards include the Axioms Young Investigator Award (2022) , Best Paper Award (ICGF 2020) , and the Quality Award 2019 from Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves on the Editorial Board of Advances in Operator Theory and as Associate Editor for University Texts in the Mathematical Sciences . Teaching roles include Lecturer for Mathematical Principles in the College of Architecture and Design , Collaborator for Mathematical Analysis I/II in Biomedical and Aerospace Engineering, and Contributor to advanced mathematical methods in Computer Science Engineering.

J. David RielView profile

Professor

• Educational Technology
• Active Learning Methodologies
• Digital Transformation
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J. David Riel serves as a Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy, appointed Distinguished Service Professor in 2018 after joining CMU in 2006. He concurrently holds a teaching appointment with the Institute of Software Research in the School of Computer Science for the eBusiness Technology Master’s Program. His research spans: Educational Technology: Application of Web 2.0, LMS, synchronous platforms, automation, and AI/ML in education Active Learning Methodologies: Learning by doing, blended learning, flipped classrooms, and team-based learning Digital Transformation: IoT, ePayment, Intelligent Automation, Blockchain, and Quantum Computing in academic/business disruption Recent publications analyze Intelligent Automation's business-academia bridge, online flipped learning efficacy, and educational psychology research productivity. His work consistently examines technology-pedagogy integration to address digital disruption across education and business sectors.

Maris OzolsView profile

Assistant Professor

• Quantum Algorithms
• Quantum Information Theory
• Quantum Cryptography
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Maris Ozols is an Assistant Professor at the University of Amsterdam and a researcher at QuSoft, affiliated with the Algorithms and Complexity department at Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI). His primary research focuses on quantum algorithms and quantum information theory, with significant contributions to quantum complexity, quantum cryptography, and quantum state discrimination. His research interests span quantum algorithms, quantum information theory, quantum cryptography, quantum complexity, and theoretical computer science. Ozols has developed fundamental techniques in quantum query complexity, quantum state discrimination, and quantum cryptographic security models. His work often bridges theoretical computer science with quantum information physics, demonstrating practical implications for quantum computing architectures. His publication record shows consistent output in top venues including Communications in Mathematical Physics, Leibniz International Proceedings in Informatics, and Quantum journal. Recent work (2022-2025) focuses on quantum state discrimination, quantum circuit optimization, quantum machine learning, and cryptographic applications of quantum algorithms. His research demonstrates strong theoretical foundations with practical implications for quantum computing development. Leverhulme Early Career Fellow (University of Cambridge) Ozols has secured research funding through multiple Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) grants including the Quantum Software Consortium (QSC) and Quantum Computation with Bounded Space projects. His collaborative work spans international institutions including the University of Waterloo (where he earned his PhD), University of Cambridge, IBM Research, and various European quantum computing groups. He maintains active research groups in quantum algorithms at both QuSoft and CWI, with recent focus on quantum machine learning applications and quantum cryptographic protocols.

Jay E. SharpingView profile

Professor

• Ultrafast Laser Technology
• Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics
• Optical Sources Development
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Jay E. Sharping is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of California, Merced, affiliated with the School of Natural Sciences. He leads the Applied Photonics Research Group, focusing on ultrafast laser technology and its interdisciplinary applications. Education: Ph.D. in Physics from Northwestern University (2003) M.S. in Physics from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology (1993) B.S. in Physics from University of Wisconsin, Whitewater (1992) His research explores ultrafast laser technology to capture transient phenomena, enhance frequency measurement precision, and address challenges in environmental science, biotechnology, and national security. The work bridges fundamental physics and applied innovations in optical sources for atomic/molecular interactions, spectroscopy, and biological process studies. The Applied Photonics Research Group, under his leadership, emphasizes practical applications of photonics, including sensing and information technology, while prioritizing outreach to integrate cutting-edge science into education. The group's work aims to produce intellectual property, scientific expertise, and publications with global impact.

Otavio A BuenoView profile

Professor

• Philosophy of Science
• Philosophy of Mathematics
• Philosophy of Logic
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Otavio A Bueno is a Professor and Chair of the Philosophy Department at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences, holding the distinguished position of Cooper Senior Scholar in Arts and Sciences. His academic leadership spans teaching, research administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration across multiple institutions including the University of South Carolina and California State University, Fresno. Education: Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Leeds, UK (1999) M.A. in Philosophy, University of São Paulo, Brazil (1996) B.A. in Philosophy, University of São Paulo, Brazil (1993) Bueno's research bridges philosophy of science, mathematics, and logic through an empiricist framework compatible with mathematical nominalism. He investigates visual evidence in scientific reasoning through microscopic imaging, explores logical pluralism tied to modal epistemology, and develops frameworks for understanding scientific continuity via styles of reasoning. His work on quantum mechanics connects identity to fundamentality while his revival of Pyrrhonism offers a non-dogmatic empiricist approach to skepticism. The integration of philosophy of art with scientific representation demonstrates his interdisciplinary reach across metaphysics, epistemology, and aesthetics. His publication trends reveal sustained engagement with foundational questions in mathematics and logic, increasingly focusing on heuristic methods, counterpossibles, and conceptual engineering. Recent work emphasizes the process-oriented nature of mathematical practice while challenging traditional ontological assumptions through deflationary approaches. Scientific Awards: Distinguished Achievement in Research Award, CSU Fresno (2001-2002) Multiple Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activities Awards Teaching Innovation Awards for course development Prestigious Research Fellowships from CAPES Brazil and UK academic bodies Bueno has secured substantial research funding including NSF grants totaling over $2.8 million for nanotechnology projects and Brazilian CNPq funding for styles of scientific reasoning research. His collaborative projects with medical ethicists like Robin Neiman demonstrate applied philosophy in evidence-based medicine. As department chair and frequent course developer across all academic levels, he has mentored numerous graduate students while creating innovative curricula in philosophy of science, logic, and interdisciplinary studies. Current projects focus on conceptual engineering and the epistemology of mathematical practice within his research group at the University of Miami.

• Verification of Secure Systems
• Software Security
• Web Security
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Pedro Adão is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (DEI) of the Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) , University of Lisbon . He is affiliated with the SQIG - Security and Quantum Information Group at the Institute of Telecommunications , formerly part of CLC - Logic and Computation Centre . His work bridges formal methods and computational cryptography , focusing on security protocols , software security , and quantum information security . PhD in Mathematics (2006, IST) with thesis "Formal Methods for the Analysis of Security Protocols" Graduated in Applied Mathematics and Computation (2002, IST) with thesis "Electronic Money" His research interests include verification of secure systems, composition of secure systems, mathematical foundations of cryptography, and physical/day-life security. His publications span topics like firewall configuration tools , smart contract verification , quantitative protocol analysis , and computationally sound symbolic cryptography . He has collaborated with institutions such as the University of Pennsylvania, Microsoft Research Cambridge, and INRIA-Microsoft Research Paris. Key teaching contributions include courses in Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures , Computational Models in Security , and Software Security . He is a member of the SQIG research group and has organized the SQIG Information Security Seminar . Past teaching roles include lecturing at the Catholic University of Portugal and the Air Force Academy.

Robert J. UsselmanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Magnetic Resonance
• Microscopy
• Biophotonics
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Dr. Robert J. Usselman serves as an Assistant Professor of Chemistry in the College of Engineering and Science at Florida Institute of Technology , where he also acts as Deputy Director of Computational Research At Florida Tech (CRAFT) . His research bridges quantum physics and cellular biology, focusing on magnetic resonance, biophotonics, and redox biochemistry. Specializes in quantum biological clocks and ROS production mechanisms Leads a multidisciplinary lab with active undergraduate/graduate students Develops computational infrastructure for AI and quantum research Research interests include: Quantum-Classical Interface in Biological Systems Magnetic Field Effects on Cellular Redox Balance Autofluorescence Lifetime Microscopy ROS Dynamics in Cellular Metabolism Recent publications highlight quantum biological mechanisms in ROS production, magnetic field modulation of cellular processes, and multiphoton imaging techniques. His work integrates theoretical quantum biology with practical applications in bioenergetics and disease models. Dr. Usselman actively mentors students in biotechnology, biomedical engineering, and physics, while advancing collaborations in AI-driven computational research through CRAFT. His lab combines experimental and computational approaches to study redox signaling and quantum sensing in biological systems.

Timothy SherwoodView profile

Professor

• Computer Architecture
• Security
• Machine Learning
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Timothy Sherwood is a Professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) in the Department of Computer Science , with affiliate status in Electrical and Computer Engineering . He serves as the Dean of the College of Creative Studies and leads the UCSB Computer Architecture Lab (ArchLab) . He co-founded the interdisciplinary SEEDS program and Cycuity , and has consulted for the UCSB Office of Research , including a tenure as Associate Vice Chancellor for Research .