1 sydney.edu.au The UniversityThe Sydney of Physics at PhD student (4th Year) Claire Edmunds using individualtrappedions.” phenomena everydayinourlab exploit theseremarkable that I’mabletowitnessand area ofphysics;Icannotbelieve utterly incredibleandbizarre “Quantum mechanicsisan

3 sydney.edu.au together in aquantum internet? quantum calculations? What happens if we quantum connect systems systems to make aquantum computer? How do you correct errors in complex behaviour emerge from simple quantum systems? Can we control quantum hardware and software solutions. We tackle big questions. How does complex engineer and manipulate complex quantum systems and create innovative theoretical and experimental research, which allows our researchers to understanding and application of . We undertake University of Sydney we have research programs that delve into both the knowledge about quantum systems into powerful new technologies. Atthe Quantum science is the study of quantum mechanics and how to translate WHAT ISQUANTUM INFORMATION SCIENCE? useful for computation.” uncertainties like this may be about how fundamental of measurement. We get to think leaves probability in the outcomes everything about asystem still “In quantum mechanics, knowing (Honours), USydney 2019 /Bachelor of Science Ben Macintosh What question are you interested in? 2019 /PhD, USydney PaukaSebastian problems in science today.” the most dynamic and exciting world and work on some of international researchers around the me the opportunity to meet University of Sydney has given “Researching quantum the at

The OUR RESEARCH laboratories the at Sydney Nanoscience Hub. prototypes hosted in two specialised, high-stability radiation. Experiments are carried out in three quantum computer and ultra-high vacuum chambers and manipulated with laser and microwave The group works with arrays of trapped ions, which are confined in quantum systems for use in , simulation and sensing. Quantum (QCL) Laboratory Control [email protected] simulation using beryllium ions in aPenning trap. py and the leads experimental efforts in quantum Robert Wolf has abackground in precision spectrosco- WolfDr Robert [email protected] chemistry. computing and quantum simulation, in particular of bium ions in Paul traps and specialises in quantum Cornelius Hempel the leads experiments with- ytter Dr Cornelius Hempel [email protected] with trapped ions to quantum control engineering. experimental quantum computation and simulation CEO of start-up Q-CTRL. His interests range from Mike Biercuk is QCL’s director and founder & Prof Michael J.Biercuk

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5 sydney.edu.au approaches to magnetic resonance imaging using nanodiamonds. QNL also applies in biomedicine by pioneering new quantum-classical interface and the scale-up of quantum technology. The scale quantum devices into quantum machines. The team focuses on the fundamental quantum physics and the engineering approaches to needed The The optical networks: aquantum internet. promotes new technologies for connecting quantum systems through Understanding and engineering these interactions the at atomic scale interactions between light, electronics, and atoms embedded in crystals. Quantum Nanoscience (QNL) Laboratory Quantum Integration (QIL) Laboratory [email protected] and Director of Microsoft Station Q, Sydney. University of Sydney, as the Principal Researcher position with Microsoft Corporation and the David J.Reilly is QNL’s director and holds ajoint J.ReillyProf David [email protected] science. quantum to transform lab-scale experiments to global-scale wants to use optically addressable technologies John Bartholomew is the director of the QIL and Dr John Bartholomew probes the quantum quantum the probes

bridges the between gap The quantum errors through coding and fault tolerance? mainframe? Can we debug quantum hardware and software, and reduce scaleup ‘quantum weirdness’ from the size of an atom to the size of a quantum mechanics quantum give computers their power? How do we to how to build practical quantum technology. What exotic properties of applied questions ranging from the foundations of quantum mechanics Quantum Theory GroupQuantum Theory [email protected] quantum technologies. working with experimental teams to design better the study of quantum computers. He also enjoys quantum mechanics, and then applies these ideas to Stephen is Bartlett exploring the foundations of Prof Stephen Bartlett [email protected] information in anoisy environment. figuring out ways to manipulate quantum that can be used for information processing, and quantum devices, designingstate quantum systems Dr Arne Grimsmo is interested in the of theory solid Dr Arne Grimsmo [email protected] computers. quantum nearterm using realistic algorithms that can speed up material simulation interested in developing noise-robust quantum correction and quantum algorithms. He is especially ordered systems and holography to quantum error and quantum computing, ranging from topological Isaac Kim has abroad interest in Dr Isaac Kim explores a wide range of fundamental and fundamental of range wide a explores

7 sydney.edu.au researchers from quantum science. that can be performed with project research group a features The lab component of this unit PHYS1904 Physics 1B (SSP) FirstYear Physics RESEARCH AT USYD? HOW CAN IGETINVOLVED INQUANTUM unit can be done in any year. scientific seminar and report. This you will present your results in a quantum experiments. Atthe end questions or performing new involve answering open theoretical novel research question. This could you will contribute to answering a Working in aquantum research group experience of cutting-edge research. In this unit you will afirst-hand get Individual Research Project SCDL3991 Dalyell Science the Unit of Study coordinator to find out more about project requirements. Studies Program you also have opportunities earlier in your degree. Contact research project in their 4th year. If you are aDalyell Scholar or in the Special science. Everyone within aPhysics Major can choose to complete aquantum join the research teams that are driving discovery and innovation in quantum There are many opportunities during your time the at University of Sydney to on your research. presentation and write areport the project you will a give across the semester. Atthe end of commitment is 3hours per week in the laboratory, and the time research staff. This replaces work one or more of the quantum science by mentored project, research You will work on an individual PHYS2923 (SSP) PHYS2922 Physics 2B(SSP) PHYS2921 Physics 2A (SSP) Year Second Physics

9 sydney.edu.au PsiQuantum, Palo Alto Current role: Working in quantum computing startup 2019 /Phd, USydney Roberts Sam enjoyable experiences.” group hasbeenoneofmymost field, studyingitwithintheSydney an incrediblyexcitingandbeautiful “Quantum informationscienceis

Dicke Fellow, Princeton University Dicke Princeton Fellow, Current role: Associate Research Scholar and 2017 / PhD, USydney Xanthe Croot stage ofmycareer.” and preparedmewellforthenext fostered mygrowthasaresearcher experimental quantumphysics, Laboratory forgedmypassionfor “The QuantumNanoscience

11 sydney.edu.au Honours to get atasteto get of it’s what like to work in aresearch group. our research groups over the December to February break. This is agreat way in the second and third year. You will work for 6weeks (full time) with one of break with asummer vacation scholarship aimed high at performing students There is also the opportunity research to get experience over the summer SummerScience Research Program quantum science and technology. PhD Experience Program with acomplementary course work stream in the new Sydney Quantum Academy, which provides both scholarships and a quantum science groups the at University of Sydney are also integrated with Australian government Research Training Program (RTP) scholarship. The typically take 3.5-4 years, and can be funded by ascholarship such as the and become aworld-leading expert on your chosen topic. PhDs in Physics Doing aPhDwill allow you to do atrue deep-dive into quantum science, PhD paths. alternative or above. However you should the contact honours coordinator to discuss a credit (65) average across Senior Physics, as well as aSciWAM of least at 65 papers on based their honours thesis work. To enter honours you usually need tackles unsolved problems, and many students end up publishing scientific programming skills that are highly sought-after in industry. Honours research career, or excellent training in the problem-solving, information handling and project in quantum science. This can be afirst step towards a research Physics honours is your chance to tackle asubstantial year-long research and the at end you will apresentation give and report describing your results. investigate chemical reactions. This consists of 4hours per week project work behaviour of quantum systems, or apply quantum control principles to For example, you could use machine learning to help understand the weird In this project you will work in groups to tackle an interdisciplinary problem. PHYS3888 Physics Interdisciplinary Project ThirdYear Physics

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13 sydney.edu.au information. Credit:JohnBartholomew(QIL)andCornelius Hempel(QCL) transparent crystalstooffernewswaysstoreandprocess quantum Atoms thatinteractwithlightandmicrowavefieldscan beembeddedin Penning trap.Credit:RobertWolf(QCL) Triangular latticeofaplanarcrystalberylliumionstrappedin experiments. Credit:QuantumControlLaboratory High-power lasersystemtoioniseberylliumatomsforquantumsimulation with an idea of theoretical research as acareer.” such an early stage in my degree. Ithas provided me research in the field of quantum information at theory “I am grateful for the opportunity to engage in current Advanced Studies (Dalyell Scholars) Harrison Ball Maria Djuric software engineers. startup Q-CTRL, working with ateam of physicists and Current role: of Head Research quantum at technology quantum hardware in cutting edge facilities.” alongside world class researchers, building real “At the Sydney Nano Institute Iwas fortunate to work , Bachelor of Science /Bachelor of , 2018 /PhD, USydney

15 sydney.edu.au University of Waterloo of University Computing &Department of Applied Mathematics, Current role: Assistant Professor, Institute for Quantum 2013 /PhD, USydney WallmanJoel quantum computingcompany.” Computing andco-founda at theInstituteforQuantum I neededtobecomeaprofessor with thetools,ideas,andcontacts University ofSydneyprovidedme “My quantumresearchatthe

operating theatre. the particulateleveltolevels100timescleanerthanairinamodern conditioning supplieshighlyfilteredairtothecleanroomthatmaintains View tocleanroomsintheSydneyNanoscienceHub.Precisionair systems for more powerful quantum machines. Prof. Reilly) focused on engineering interfaces between classical and quantum We host aglobal research node of the Microsoft Station Qnetwork by (led individual laboratories. This state-of-the-art research facility allows us to achieve impact beyond our purpose-built to enable world class research into nano- and quantum science. Our researchers are in based the Sydney Nanoscience Hub, which was just great science. science. Joining our research team you connects to so much more than The research The at University of Sydney pushes the boundaries of quantum SYDNEY’S QUANTUM ECOSYSTEM

17 sydney.edu.au innovation in quantum science. in quantum innovation nurture education, and engagement government sponsored initiative to University. The is academy a NSW with UNSW, and UTS Macquarie Sydney Quantum Academy, together we are afounding member of the twenty countries worldwide. Locally, across Australia and in more than research and industry organisations Quantum Systems, which links us to Centre of Excellence for Engineered Sydney is anode within the ARC of University The internationally. institutions, both nationally and research other with partnerships Our research also creates strong errors in quantum systems. developing software to reduce company and their focus is technology quantum backed is Australia’s first venture-capital Q-CTRL by (led CEO Prof. Biercuk) sector. quantum technology international helping the build is creating new companies that are researchMicrosoft, our innovative like companies tech established with As well as attracting partnerships sydneyquantum.org Sydney Quantum Academy your contribution. inGet touch with us to start business. in research, industry, or enable you to launch your career and quantitative analysis that will in automation, innovative design, you will have developed key skills technologies. And, in doing so, discoveries and engineer new of quantum science to make new will work with leaders in the field At the University of Sydney you with Below: LinearPaultrapforquantumcomputingandsimulation Pg 19:PhDstudentTimEvansworkingonaquantumalgorithm. 171 Yb + ions.Credit:MichaelBiercuk(QCL) I aspire to today.” be mechanics opened my mind and shaped the scientist Sydney physicists who truly do understand quantum “ Working on cutting edge projects with University of University of California, Berkeley U Sydney |Current role: PhDcandidate the at this day” this systems, which Icontinue to explore in my research to can take in quantum many-body was my initiation into the fascinating forms that “Working in the quantum information group Sydney at U Sydney |Current role: Postdoctoral Fellow, MIT Dominic Else Ashwin Singh , 2011 /Bachelor of Science (Honours), , 2018 /Bachelor of Science (Honours),

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