Prof. Ronald Hanson: At Delft University of Technology, Hanson has been at the forefront of quantum entanglement experiments. His work paves the way for developing a fully secure quantum internet.
Prof. Jian-Wei Pan: Based at the University of Science and Technology of China, Pan’s groundbreaking experiments in quantum satellite communications have been a milestone in the realization of global-scale quantum networks.
Prof. Stephanie Wehner: Co-leading the quantum internet efforts at QuTech in Delft, Wehner is focused on quantum network protocols and the development of the quantum internet.
Dr. Thomas Jennewein: A physicist at the University of Waterloo and the Institute for Quantum Computing, Jennewein’s work emphasizes quantum communication, cryptography, and satellite-based quantum technologies.
Prof. Mikhail Lukin: At Harvard, Lukin’s research delves deep into quantum optical devices and their application in quantum networks, making significant strides towards a scalable quantum internet.
Prof. Hoi-Kwong Lo: Based at the University of Toronto, Lo is renowned for his work in quantum cryptography. His research addresses security issues vital for the future quantum internet.
Dr. Tracy Northup: Working at the University of Innsbruck, Northup explores quantum interfaces between light and motion, a crucial area in quantum repeater technologies, vital for long-distance quantum communication.
Prof. Nicolas Gisin: A professor at the University of Geneva, Gisin has made pioneering contributions to quantum cryptography and quantum communication, foundational areas for the quantum internet.
Prof. Lene Hau: At Harvard, Hau’s groundbreaking experiments in slowing down light have ramifications for quantum information storage and transfer, pivotal components of a quantum internet.
Dr. David Awschalom: At the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, Awschalom focuses on quantum materials and their implications for quantum communication and networking.
