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David Cashمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Cryptography
• Theoretical Cryptography
• Computer Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Cash is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on applied and theoretical cryptography, computer security, and theoretical computer science. He joined UChicago in 2018 and has held roles such as teaching courses in cryptography, computer security, and discrete mathematics. Cash has advised numerous PhD and master’s students, including Sam Everett, Alexander Hoover, and Jesse Stern. His work includes constructing quantum-secure cryptography systems, analyzing encrypted data navigation, and foundational theoretical results. He has received notable awards like the 2025 Quantrell Award for Teaching and multiple Best Paper awards at Eurocrypt. Cash's research also explores secure computation, oblivious RAM, and cryptographic agility. His affiliations include the Systems Group at UChicago, focusing on interdisciplinary systems research. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text. However, his career trajectory suggests advanced degrees in computer science or related fields. His teaching spans undergraduate and graduate courses, emphasizing both theoretical foundations (e.g., discrete mathematics) and applied topics like cryptocurrencies and secure systems. Cash actively engages in academic service, including organizing conferences and reviewing research. His work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications, addressing modern computational security challenges. His research contributions span cryptographic protocols, secure data structures, and privacy-preserving technologies. Notable projects include work on searchable encryption, leakage-abuse attacks, and cryptographic systems resilient to quantum computing. Cash collaborates with institutions like Rutgers University and has mentored postdoctoral researchers such as Alexander Hoover. His grants include NSF CAREER awards and Simons Institute fellowships, supporting research in secure outsourcing and cryptographic data protection.

Sridhar R. Tayurمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Operations Research
• Quantum Computing
• Healthcare Operations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sridhar R. Tayur is the Ford Distinguished Research Chair and University Professor of Operations Management at Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Operations Research from Cornell University and a B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Madras. His research focuses on quantum computing applications in operations research, healthcare systems optimization, and supply chain management. He has held visiting roles at MIT, Stanford, and Cornell, and founded companies like SmartOps and OrganJet. His recent work spans quantum-inspired optimization algorithms, healthcare decision support systems, and fair resource allocation policies. He has contributed to over 110 publications, including high-impact papers in Management Science , Operations Research , and IEEE Transactions . Awards include INFORMS Fellow and NAE membership. He teaches courses in quantum integer programming, healthcare operations, and service management at the Tepper School. Education: Ph.D. (Cornell), B.Tech. (IIT Madras) Research Labs: Quantum Technology Group, OrganJet Key Awards: INFORMS Fellow, NAE Member, MSOM Distinguished Fellow Teaching: MBA Operations Management, PhD Quantum Optimization, Healthcare Systems His interdisciplinary work bridges quantum computing, healthcare policy, and logistics, supported by collaborations with industry and government institutions.

• Language Models
• Diffusion Models
• Theory of Deep Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Song Mei is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics and Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. She received her Ph.D. from Stanford University in 2020 under Andrea Montanari and maintains active research collaborations with institutions including Amazon (as a 2023 Amazon Research Award recipient) and OpenAI (where she is currently on leave). Her research spans the intersection of statistics, machine learning, information theory, and computer science, with particular emphasis on foundational theories for modern AI systems. Key interests include language models, diffusion models, quantum algorithms, and high-dimensional statistics, often leveraging insights from statistical physics literature. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on theoretical underpinnings of generative AI, with significant contributions to understanding contrastive pre-training (CLIP), attention mechanisms in LLMs, and mathematical foundations of diffusion models. Her work demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary connections between statistical theory and practical AI development. Sloan Research Fellowship (2025) Noether Early Career Scholar Award (2025) Google Research Scholar Award (2024) Amazon Research Award (2024) She actively advises graduate students through MA programs and has secured significant research grants including Amazon Research Awards. Her work with AGI Labs at Amazon demonstrates applied impact of theoretical research. Current projects focus on mechanistic interpretability of large language models and mathematical frameworks for generative AI. Professor Mei leads research on the statistical principles behind frontier AI models, with particular focus on developing rigorous theoretical frameworks for understanding emergent behaviors in large-scale systems.

Jonathan M. Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Computer Architecture
• Quantum Error Correction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jonathan M. Baker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, holding the Advanced Micro Devices Chair in Computer Engineering. His research centers on quantum computer architecture with emphasis on practical quantum error correction implementation across the quantum computing stack. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Chicago (advised by Fred Chong) and dual B.S. degrees in Mathematics and Chemistry and Computer Science from the University of Notre Dame. Baker's research spans quantum compilation, logic synthesis, multi-radix architectures, and error mitigation for both near-term and fault-tolerant quantum systems. His work addresses critical challenges in quantum hardware-software co-design, with particular focus on optimizing quantum circuits for real-world hardware constraints and noise characteristics. Current projects emphasize qudit-based computing, neutral atom architectures, and efficient error correction implementations. His publication record shows strong focus on quantum architecture innovations, with recent work exploring qudit advantages, modular chiplet designs, and dynamic noise adaptation. Key trends include hardware-aware compilation techniques, communication optimization across quantum systems, and practical approaches to fault tolerance. Best Paper Award Runner Up, MICRO 2020 IEEE Micro Top Pick, 2020 (Virtualized Logical Qubits) IEEE Micro Top Pick, 2020 (Extending Frontier with Qutrits) IEEE Micro Top Pick, 2021 (Emerging Technologies) Best Poster Award, MICRO 2018 Baker actively mentors graduate students in quantum computing architecture research and serves on conference review committees including MICRO and ASPLOS. His teaching includes specialized quantum systems courses at UT Austin and online EdX modules covering quantum computation fundamentals and architecture. He collaborates with the Duke Quantum Center and maintains strong industry connections through the AMD Chair position, focusing on bridging academic research with practical quantum computing implementations.

Charles Ahnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Complex Oxides
• Nanofabrication
• Electronic Control in Correlated Oxides
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Charles Ahn is the John C. Malone Professor of Applied Physics & Materials Science at Yale University. His research focuses on fabricating and studying novel complex oxide materials using advanced techniques like molecular beam epitaxy and synchrotron x-ray scattering. His work addresses multifunctional oxides, nanofabrication, and nonvolatile logic switches for post-CMOS computing. Key research areas include electronic control of complex order parameters in correlated oxides and scanning probe microscopy-based nanofabrication. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Physics from Stanford University. Research interests span the physics and technology of complex oxides, with emphasis on electronic and structural control at the nanoscale. His group develops next-generation materials for computing and electronics, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches in materials science and condensed matter physics. Notable awards include Fellow of the American Physical Society, AVS Peter Mark Memorial Award, David and Lucile Packard Fellowship, and Alfred P. Sloan Fellowship. His lab (Ahn Lab) actively explores cutting-edge applications in oxide electronics and quantum phenomena. Grants and patents include innovations in magnetoelectronic devices and ferroelectric-based technologies. He collaborates widely, bridging experimental materials science with theoretical modeling to advance functional oxide systems.

Alexander Wendtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Constructivism
• Political Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alexander Wendt is the Mershon Professor of International Security and Professor of Political Science at The Ohio State University. He holds a PhD from the University of Minnesota (1989) and has taught at Yale University, Dartmouth College, and the University of Chicago before joining OSU in 2004. His work is foundational to constructivism in international relations, notably through his 1992 article Anarchy is What States Make of It and his 1999 book Social Theory of International Politics , which earned the Best Book of the Decade Award (2006). He is widely recognized, including as the most influential IR scholar over 20 years (TRIP Survey, 2017) and recipient of the 2023 Johan Skytte Prize for advancing constructivism with Martha Finnemore. Wendt’s research bridges philosophy and social science, exploring quantum theory’s implications for decision-making and social science in works like Quantum Mind and Social Science (2015). His current projects include a book on UAP and human security, responding to the Pentagon’s 2021 confirmation of UAP as a threat. His career spans theoretical innovations in agency-structure interactions, norms, and sovereignty, with a focus on redefining international relations through interdisciplinary lenses. Awards include the prestigious Skytte Prize (2023) and sustained recognition for transforming constructivism into a leading paradigm. His work challenges classical social science frameworks, proposing quantum theory as a revolutionary baseline for understanding human cognition and societal systems.

• Numerical Modeling
• Computational Simulation
• Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Ng Teng Yong is an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (NTU), specializing in numerical modeling and simulation. With a background as Research Manager at A*STAR Institute of High Performance Computing, his work spans materials science, nanotechnology, and aerospace engineering. Current focus on graphene-based desalination membranes Expertise in molecular dynamics simulations Investigates nanoscale fluid mechanics and structural dynamics Recent publications highlight advancements in energy-efficient electrodialysis, smart robotics, and nonlinear vibration analysis. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computational methods with experimental validation in additive manufacturing and soft material mechanics.

Lars Erikssonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Solid State Chemistry
• Crystallography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lars Eriksson is a researcher at the Department of Chemistry, Stockholm University, affiliated with the Faculty of Science. He is part of Gunnar Svensson's group, which focuses on solid-state inorganic chemistry, including the synthesis of energy-related compounds and their crystal structure analysis. Research interests span inorganic chemistry, solid-state chemistry, crystallography, energy applications, organic synthesis, catalysis, and chemical education. His work bridges experimental and computational approaches, with recent publications exploring molecular design for energy storage, asymmetric synthesis, triplet-to-singlet energy transfer, and pedagogical strategies in chemistry education. Trends in his research highlight applications in materials science, environmental chemistry, and educational methodologies. While no formal scientific awards are mentioned in the provided texts, his contributions include collaborative studies on catalysis, molecular structure, and student learning processes. He has no listed grants or students, but his publications emphasize tutor-student interactions and practical epistemology analysis. The research group he belongs to investigates fundamental properties of synthesized compounds, often with energy-related applications, and maintains strong ties to the broader chemistry community through peer-reviewed publications and educational studies.

Jonathan A. Kelnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Algorithms
• Spectral Graph Theory
• Combinatorial Optimization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jonathan A. Kelner is a Professor of Applied Mathematics in the Department of Mathematics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a member of the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). His research focuses on applying techniques from pure mathematics to solve fundamental problems in algorithms and complexity theory, with the goal of developing practical algorithms for real-world questions. Dr. Kelner received his undergraduate degree from Harvard University and his Ph.D. in Computer Science from MIT in 2006. Before joining the MIT faculty, he spent a year as a member of the Institute for Advanced Study. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his interdisciplinary research spanning mathematics and computer science. His research interests include combinatorial optimization, mathematical programming, spectral graph theory, distributed computing, machine learning, computational geometry and topology, computational biology, signal processing, and random matrix theory. Kelner's work demonstrates how deep theoretical insights can lead to practical algorithmic improvements, particularly in graph algorithms and optimization problems. His approach often involves connecting seemingly disparate areas of mathematics to create novel algorithmic techniques. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on spectral graph theory, optimization algorithms, and the Sum-of-Squares method. His work frequently addresses fundamental questions in theoretical computer science with practical implications for algorithm design. A notable trend in his research is the development of nearly-linear-time algorithms for various graph problems, which represents significant improvements over previous approaches. NSF CAREER Award Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship NEC Award for Research in Computers and Communication Sprowls Doctoral Dissertation Award Best Student Paper Award at STOC 2004 Best Paper Award at STOC 2011 Kokusai Denshin Denwa Junior Faculty Chair 2008 Harold E. Edgerton Faculty Achievement Award 2011 School of Science Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Education 2012 Professor Kelner has been actively involved in mentoring students and has received recognition for his teaching excellence, including the School of Science Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Education in 2012. His research has been supported by prestigious grants including the NSF CAREER Award. He has collaborated extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, often working with other leading figures in theoretical computer science to produce groundbreaking results in algorithm design. At MIT, Kelner is part of both the Mathematics Department and CSAIL, positioning him at the intersection of theoretical mathematics and practical computer science. This dual affiliation reflects the interdisciplinary nature of his work, which bridges pure mathematical theory with concrete algorithmic applications.

Julia A. Mundyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Quantum Materials
• Molecular-Beam Epitaxy (MBE)
• Thin Film Synthesis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julia A. Mundy is the John L. Loeb Associate Professor of the Natural Sciences and Engineering and Applied Sciences at Harvard University. Her research focuses on designing quantum materials at the atomic scale using molecular-beam epitaxy (MBE) to synthesize metastable thin films. She leads the Mundy Group, which explores superconductors, frustrated magnets, and oxide interfaces for quantum and energy applications. Her work bridges materials synthesis, characterization, and fundamental physics. Affiliations: Harvard University, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Applied Physics Department Labs: Mundy Group (LISE 7th floor) Research interests include MBE growth of novel oxides, thin film superconductors, and 2D electronic systems. She has pioneered methods for creating room-temperature multiferroics and discovered superconductivity in layered nickelates. Her group uses advanced tools like aberration-corrected electron microscopy and synchrotron-based spectroscopy. Key achievements include the 2024 Moore Inventor Fellowship, NSF CAREER Award, and Packard Fellowship. Her work on transparent superconductors and fluoride-ion battery materials highlights interdisciplinary impact. Notable Grants: DOE Early Career Award, NSF MRI funding for LEEM/PEEM microscopy Team: 15+ current members including graduate students, postdocs, and undergraduates

Anand V Natarajanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Quantum Information Theory
• Quantum Complexity Theory
• Nonlocality and Bell Inequalities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anand V Natarajan is the ITT Career Development Professor in Computer Technology and Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at MIT, with affiliation to the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). He holds a PhD in Physics from MIT (2018), advised by Aram Harrow, and previously served as a postdoc at Caltech's Institute for Quantum Information and Matter. His research focuses on theoretical quantum information, emphasizing quantum complexity theory (e.g., MIP* and QMA(2) classes), nonlocality (Bell inequalities, nonlocal games), and semidefinite programming hierarchies. He teaches courses such as Quantum Cryptography, Quantum Systems Engineering, and Introduction to Algorithms at MIT. Notable contributions include resolving the MIP* = RE problem and the FOCS 2019 Best Paper Award for NEEXP ⊆ MIP*. He advises PhD students in quantum computing topics and collaborates extensively on quantum verification protocols and entanglement testing.

• Computer Hardware
• FPGA Acceleration
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Professor Wayne Luk is a Professor of Computer Engineering at the Department of Computing, Faculty of Engineering, Imperial College London. He leads the Programming Languages and Systems Section and the Custom Computing Research Group, and directs the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in High-performance Embedded and Distributed Systems and the Centre for Advanced Financial Engineering. He previously served as a Visiting Professor at Stanford University from 2006 to 2009. His research spans FPGA acceleration, quantum computing, deep learning optimization, and algorithm-hardware co-design, with affiliations to the CRUK Convergence Science Centre and the Engineering Secure Software Systems group. His research interests include computational modeling for particle physics, causal discovery in agent-based systems, and high-throughput digital electronics. Notable contributions include FPGA-accelerated algorithms for neural networks, quantum circuit simulation, and Bayesian optimization frameworks. His work emphasizes practical applications of reconfigurable hardware in fields like medical imaging, high-energy physics, and financial systems. Professor Luk is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering, IEEE, and BCS. His publications focus on advancing hardware-aware machine learning, FPGA-based acceleration techniques, and scalable design methodologies. His research bridges theoretical computer science with applied engineering, addressing challenges in real-time systems, embedded computing, and next-generation computing architectures. His academic leadership includes directing interdisciplinary centers and training programs, fostering collaboration across computing, engineering, and physics. Current projects explore quantum computing tools, causal inference systems, and high-performance graph neural networks for particle physics applications.

Daniel Grierمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Quantum Complexity Theory
• Quantum Computing
• Computational Complexity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel Grier is an Assistant Professor jointly appointed in the Computer Science and Engineering and Mathematics departments at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). His research focuses on quantum complexity theory , particularly exploring near-term quantum computing paradigms and proving quantum advantage over classical systems. He holds a Ph.D. from MIT and was previously a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, MIT B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics, University of South Carolina Research Interests: Grier’s work bridges theoretical computer science and quantum computing, emphasizing algorithm design, complexity class separations, and foundational questions about quantum supremacy. He studies how low-depth quantum circuits, boson sampling, and other near-term technologies can achieve computational tasks classically deemed intractable. Recent Article Trends: His publications explore efficient quantum state learning (e.g., classical shadows), hardness results for quantum sampling problems (e.g., bipartite Gaussian boson sampling), and circuit lower bounds (e.g., depth-2 QAC circuits). These contributions highlight his focus on rigorously defining quantum computational advantages. Awards: None explicitly listed in the text. Advising & Grants: Advises at least one student, Jackson Morris. His research is supported by grants exploring quantum complexity and algorithm design. Teaches advanced courses on quantum complexity theory, computability, discrete mathematics, and quantum computing fundamentals. Labs/Teams: Maintains an active lab focused on quantum complexity theory, collaborating with colleagues on topics like interactive protocols and shallow quantum circuits.

Henry Yuenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Quantum Computing
• Complexity Theory
• Cryptography
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Henry Yuen is the Srivani Family Associate Professor of Computer Science at Columbia University, with affiliations in the CS Theory group, Data Science Institute, and Columbia Quantum Initiative. His work bridges theoretical computer science and quantum information, focusing on the computational foundations of quantum systems. Yuen received his BA in Mathematics from the University of Southern California (2010) and PhD in Computer Science from MIT (2016). His research explores quantum complexity theory, quantum cryptography, and quantum information through both theoretical frameworks and practical applications. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on quantum pseudorandomness, quantum circuit complexity, and quantum cryptographic primitives. The research trajectory demonstrates increasing sophistication in connecting quantum computational models with fundamental questions in complexity theory, particularly through the lens of quantum interactive proofs and quantum state complexity. His work frequently intersects with operator algebras and quantum information theory, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern quantum computing research. NSF CAREER award Sloan Fellowship Yuen actively mentors graduate students, with several PhD students having graduated to postdoctoral positions or faculty roles. His service includes co-organizing the Columbia CS Theory Seminar and serving on program committees for major conferences including QIP, STOC, and ITCS. He has organized multiple workshops on quantum computing challenges and cryptography. As a member of the Columbia Quantum Initiative, Yuen contributes to Columbia's growing quantum ecosystem, collaborating across departments to advance both theoretical foundations and potential applications of quantum information processing.

• Biomaterials
• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Hala Zreiqat AM is a leading biomedical engineer at The University of Sydney , serving as the Director of the ARC Training Centre for Innovative BioEngineering . A Fellow of all major Australian academies (AAS, ATSE, FAHMS, FRSN), she develops 3D printed bioceramics for bone regeneration while championing diversity through initiatives like the IDEAL Society and BIOTech Futures mentorship program. Her work bridges academia, clinical practice, and industry in musculoskeletal research . Research Focus: Her lab creates synthetic bone scaffolds that mimic natural bone architecture, strength, and porosity, enabling non-rejected bone regeneration via patient-matched implants. Key applications include orthopaedic, dental, and maxillofacial repair , with over $18M in competitive funding and multiple patents. Current projects explore AI-driven scaffold performance prediction and anti-senescence strategies for aging-related bone loss. Scientific Trends: Recent publications highlight 3D printed nanovoxelated ceramics , antisenescence biomaterials , and multifunctional theranostic platforms . Her team integrates machine learning for scaffold design, atom probe tomography for interface analysis, and two-photon imaging for cellular monitoring in 3D environments. 2021-2022 Fulbright Senior Scholar 2018 NSW Premier's Woman of the Year 2019 Eureka Prize for Innovative Use of Technology Fellow of Australian Academy of Science (2021) Over $18M in research funding Teaching & Leadership: She designed core courses like Tissue Engineering and Nanomaterials in Medicine , mentoring 158 students in 2020 alone. As Chair of CAAR (2020-2023), she strengthens Australia-Arab collaborations. Her lab trains early-career researchers , with alumni now in academia and industry.