Mhlambululi Mafu

Mhlambululi Mafu is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Case Western Reserve University, within the College of Arts and Sciences. His work bridges quantum information science, data analytics, and higher education innovation.

Education:

• BSc (Hons) Physics, National University of Science and Technology (2008)
• MSc Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal (2011)
• PhD Physics, University of KwaZulu-Natal (2014)
• Master in Intellectual Property, Africa University (2018)
• MS Business Analytics, Rochester Institute of Technology (2022)

His research spans quantum communication, quantum machine learning, and data science with applications in higher education and business analytics. He investigates quantum key distribution protocols, develops security proofs under noisy conditions, and explores quantum advantage through optical implementations. In data science, he applies machine learning to improve student outcomes and institutional strategies.

The selected publications reflect a strong focus on quantum cryptography, entanglement verification, and AI-driven public health modeling. His work increasingly integrates systems thinking in educational transformation and privacy-preserving quantum AI.

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No specific lab or research team is mentioned, but his collaborative publications suggest involvement in quantum information and photonics research groups, particularly in quantum networks and secure communication systems.