Susan Coppersmith

Susan Coppersmith is a theoretical physicist at the School of Physics, University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney). Her research focuses on quantum computing in silicon, quantum information theory applications to dark matter and neutrino flavor evolution, and non-equilibrium condensed matter systems. She collaborates closely with experimental teams to advance semiconductor-based quantum technologies.

Her research explores unifying phenomena across diverse fields like population biology, granular materials, and superfluidity through quantum computing frameworks. Google Scholar articles indicate expertise in quantum dot qubit design, noise analysis, valley splitting, and interdisciplinary applications of quantum information theory.

Recent publications highlight advancements in Majorana qubit decoherence, spin shuttling methods, and defect characterization in quantum materials. Her work addresses fundamental challenges in semiconductor qubit engineering, including interface disorder, alloy fluctuations, and charge noise mitigation.