Ping Lam

Prof. Ping Lam is a Professor in the Department of Quantum Science & Technology at Australian National University (ANU), serving as an ARC Laureate Fellow (2015). His research focuses on quantum communication, quantum memory, laser levitation, squeezed light, quantum sensing, and metrology. He holds a BSc from the University of Auckland and MSc/PhD from ANU.

His work spans theoretical and experimental quantum technologies, with contributions to quantum key distribution protocols, entanglement purification, and quantum state manipulation. Notable projects include the ARC Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology and collaborations on optical levitation systems and photothermal effects in resonators.

• Research Interests: Quantum communication, quantum memory, laser levitation, squeezed light, quantum sensing, and metrology.
• Awards: ARC Laureate Fellow (2015).
• Key Projects: Includes quantum levitation of macroscopic systems, cryogenic imaging facilities, and satellite-based quantum communication.

Recent articles emphasize advancements in quantum metrology, continuous variable systems, and machine learning applications in quantum optics. His work bridges fundamental quantum physics with practical applications in secure communication and precision measurement.