Quantum physicist, Dr Simon Devitt, is honoured by the Royal Society of NSW for his work on system design for large-scale quantum computers.
Simon Devitt's work focuses on the design and blueprinting of large-scale quantum computing systems across a variety of different platforms, including ion-traps, superconductors and diamond based qubits. Image: WallpaperCave.
Dr Simon Devitt is the inaugural recipient of The Warren Prize by the Royal Society of New South Wales, in recognition of the national and international significance of his work as a mid-career quantum researcher.
Based in the Centre for Quantum Software and Information at the University of Technology Sydney, he specialises in the field of quantum computing and communications system development.
In a formal acknowledgement of award letter this month, The Royal Society of New South Wales congratulated Dr Devitt for his outstanding achievements and contributions to the scientific community.
“The judges were impressed by the ambition of your research and its scope; quantum computing may well impact many fields when successfully implemented,” says Dr Susan Pond, President of the Royal Society NSW.
“Moreover, you demonstrate a strong publication record in excellent journals, including some of the Nature collection and you are also involved in commercialisation with your start-up connections.”
The Royal Society of NSW established The Warren Prize to recognise one of Australia’s most eminent engineers, Professor William Henry Warren, for his contribution to technological disciplines in Australia and internationally.
As the longest-standing independent fellowship in Australia, The Royal Society of NSW aims to advance knowledge through studies and investigations in science, art, literature and philosophy.