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Dr. Enrique Blair is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Baylor University, where he has served since 2015, advancing to his current rank in 2021. His academic journey includes prior roles as a Military Instructor at the U.S. Naval Academy and service in the U.S. Navy submarine force. He is actively engaged in research, teaching, and mentoring within the College of Engineering.
His research focuses on the theoretical and computational aspects of quantum engineering, particularly in quantum-dot cellular automata (QCA), open quantum systems, and quantum information sciences. He explores molecular computing paradigms, quantum decoherence, and the quantum mechanical basis of olfaction, aiming to develop ultra-dense, low-power nanoelectronic devices and novel quantum technologies. His interdisciplinary work bridges electrical engineering, physics, chemistry, and materials science.
The recent articles highlight a strong trend in molecular QCA design, quantum simulation for NISQ devices, and the application of ab initio methods to understand counterion effects and molecular stability. His research increasingly integrates machine learning for material discovery and emphasizes robustness in quantum circuits against environmental noise and external fields. The publications reflect a consistent focus on foundational quantum phenomena with practical applications in computing, sensing, and security.
- Research Grant, Office of Naval Research, Code 312 Nanoscale Computing Devices and Systems (May 2020 - May 2023)
- Summer Sabbatical, Baylor University (Summer 2019)
- Senior Member, IEEE (2019)
- Outstanding Faculty Award (untenured, tenure-track faculty), Baylor University (2018)
- Proposal Development Award, Office of the Vice Provost for Research, Baylor University (2017)
- Rising Star Program, Baylor University (2017-2018)
- Undergraduate Research and Scholarly Achievement Award, Office of the Vice Provost for Research, Baylor University (2017-2018)
- Rising Star Program, Baylor University (2016-2017)
- Graduate Research Fellowship Program, National Science Foundation (2010-2015)
- National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship, American Society for Engineering Education (2010-2013)
Dr. Blair has advised multiple Ph.D. and Master’s students, including Colin Burdine, Nischal Gautam, and Nishat Liza, and has mentored numerous undergraduate researchers. His research is supported by competitive grants, particularly from the Office of Naval Research, reflecting the strategic importance of his work in nanoscale computing. He integrates teaching and research, offering courses such as Quantum Mechanics for Engineers and Introduction to Quantum Computing, and promotes scholarly productivity through tools like Emacs Org Mode and LyX.
He leads an active research team focused on molecular QCA and quantum information, with current members including Ph.D. students and undergraduates. The team conducts simulations, theoretical modeling, and design of quantum devices, contributing to advancements in nanoelectronics and quantum computing. Collaborations with experts in chemistry, physics, and computer science further extend the impact of the research.
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