Simon Milz

Simon Milz is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences (IPAQS), part of the School of Engineering & Physical Sciences at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh. He began his faculty role in 2025, following a series of prestigious postdoctoral fellowships including the Erwin Schrödinger Fellowship at IQOQI Vienna and the University of Vienna, and a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship at Trinity College Dublin.

• Heriot-Watt University, Assistant Professor (2025–present)
• Trinity College Dublin, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow (prior to 2025)
• University of Vienna & IQOQI Vienna, Erwin Schrödinger Fellow (2019–2021)
• Monash University, PhD (completed under Kavan Modi)
• TU Dresden, MSc in Physics (under Walter Strunz)

His research centers on theoretical quantum information, particularly the role of memory effects in open quantum systems, quantum causality, and space-time quantum correlations. He employs advanced mathematical tools such as higher-order quantum operations, matrix product operators, and semidefinite programming to model and analyze complex quantum dynamics. His work bridges foundational questions in quantum mechanics with practical applications in quantum computing and communication.

The 15 most recent articles highlight a consistent focus on characterizing multi-time quantum processes, causal structures without fixed order, and the use of non-Markovianity as a resource. These works appear in leading journals such as Quantum and npj Quantum Information, emphasizing analytical theory supported by numerical methods. Key themes include temporal correlations, quantum memory detection, and the control of quantum noise.

His scientific recognition includes the following fellowships:

• Erwin Schrödinger Fellowship
• Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship

He has collaborated with leading researchers such as Philip Taranto, Marcus Huber, Kavan Modi, and Felix Binder. While no direct mention of student advising is made, his active research program and faculty role suggest involvement in mentoring graduate students. He has not received explicit awards beyond fellowships, but his publication record and funding indicate strong peer recognition. His research is supported by theoretical frameworks and computational techniques aimed at pushing the boundaries of quantum information processing.

Simon Milz leads a research direction focused on the practical space-time limits of quantum applications, aiming to harness quantum correlations and causal structures for next-generation quantum technologies. His work is central to advancing the theoretical underpinnings of a future quantum internet and robust quantum computing platforms.