Eric Cavalcanti

Assoc Prof Eric Cavalcanti is an Associate Professor in the School of Environment and Science at Griffith University, specialising in theoretical physics with a focus on quantum foundations. He is a member of the Queensland Quantum and Advanced Technologies Research Institute (QUATRI) and the Centre for Quantum Dynamics. His research explores the fundamental nature of quantum mechanics, including nonlocality, causality, and interpretations of quantum theory.

Education:

• PhD in Physics, University of Queensland (2008)
• Master of Science by Research, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro (2000-2002)
• Bachelor of Science and Teaching, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro (1996-2000)

Research Interests: Quantum foundations, quantum nonlocality, causal models, quantum information theory, decision theory, and the philosophy of physics. His work has been published in prestigious journals like Nature Physics and Physical Review Letters and featured in media outlets such as The New York Times and New Scientist.

Awards & Grants:

• ARC Future Fellowship (2018-2023)
• Paul Ehrenfest Award (2024)
• Discovery Early-Career Researcher Award (2012-2015)
• Grants totaling over $2.5M from ARC and FQXi

Advising & Collaboration: Supervised 10+ doctoral students and organized international conferences on quantum foundations. Collaborates with institutions globally, including Oxford University and the University of Sydney.

Labs & Initiatives: Founding Editor of the open-access journal Quantum and a leader in quantum research networks. Active in advancing quantum experiments and philosophical debates in quantum theory.