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Dr. Mehdi Namazi
Dr. Mehdi Namazi
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Dr. David Nadlinger
Dr. David Nadlinger
David Nadlinger is a Junior Research Fellow at Merton College and the Ion Trap Quantum Computing Group at the University of Oxford. His recent work focuses on high-precision control of atomic qubits, particularly for fast, high-fidelity optical networking of trapped-ion processors. He holds a DPhil from the University of Oxford for work including the first demonstration of fully device-independent quantum key distribution, and an MSc in Physics from ETH Zürich. David's personal interests include computer architecture and programming language design; he is a prolific contributor to various open-source compilers and libraries.
Prof. Summet Khatri
Prof. Summet Khatri
Sumeet Khatri is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science department at Virginia Tech. Prior to that, he was a postdoctoral researcher at the Freie Universitat Berlin. His research interests are in the theoretical limitations and practical performance analysis of quantum networks, particularly using the tools of quantum information theory. He is also interested in quantum algorithms, quantum Shannon theory, and applying machine learning methods to quantum information processing tasks.
Dr. Alexander Pirker
Dr. Alexander Pirker
Alexander Pirker is a Senior-PostDoc at the University of Innsbruck in the group of Wolfgang Dür, and CEO of Quantum Network Design. His main research fields and interests are quantum network architectures and protocols, their control frameworks, simulations and protocol stacks. But he is also interested in other topics, such as entanglement purification protocols and measurement-based quantum computing.
Dr. Sainath Motlakunta
Dr. Sainath Motlakunta
Sainath Motlakunta is a Senior Scientist in the Quantum Networking division at IonQ. His work focuses on developing architectures and designs for networking trapped-ion quantum computing nodes with photonic channels. He was previously a postdoctoral fellow and PhD student in Dr. Rajibul Islam's group at the Institute for Quantum Computing, University of Waterloo, where he developed novel optical addressing schemes and built trapped-ion quantum simulators. His research interests include distributed quantum information processing, quantum networking, and quantum simulation using trapped ions.
Prof. Reza Nejabati
Prof. Reza Nejabati
Reza Nejabati is currently leading quantum research activities at Cisco, spearheading development and execution of both short-term and long-term quantum research roadmaps. He leads a dynamic team of quantum and network scientists, encompassing both experimentalists and theorists, and collaborations with prominent academic groups and industries. Additionally, he is leading the development of Cisco's Quantum Research Lab, an innovative facility dedicated to advancing quantum networking research. Prior to joining Cisco, Reza served as a Chair Professor of Networks and Head of the High-Performance Network Group in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Bristol, UK. His research focus and expertise lies in the realms of quantum and classical network infrastructure for the future internet.
Dr. Mercedes Gimeno-Segovia
Mercedes Gimeno-Segovia is a seasoned professional in the field of quantum computing, currently serving as the Vice President of System Architecture at PsiQuantum. With a strong academic background, including a PhD from Imperial College London, she has dedicated her career to advancing quantum technologies. Her expertise encompasses a range of technical skills including LaTeX, Mathematica, Python, and various aspects of quantum information and optics. Mercedes has held several leadership roles within PsiQuantum, showcasing her ability to drive innovation and lead complex projects. Her previous experience includes research positions at prestigious institutions like the University of Bristol and the University of Calgary. Passionate about the future of quantum computing, she is committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in this emerging field. Outside of her technical pursuits, Mercedes is likely to be engaged in discussions around the implications of quantum technologies on society and industry.
Dr. John Jarman
John Jarman is the International Technical Lead at Nu Quantum, a Cambridge, UK-based startup focused on building the quantum networking hardware needed to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing at scale. Prior to joining Nu Quantum, John studied at the University of Cambridge, completing his PhD on gallium nitride single-photon emitters in 2019. At Nu Quantum, he has focused on developing the photonic hardware underpinning the Entanglement Fabric, before relocating to the US to establish Nu Quantum’s US office. He is currently based in Los Angeles.
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