Terra C
- Research Program Mentor
PhD candidate at Tufts University
Expertise
All aspects of quantum computing, quantum error correction, quantum algorithms, interdisciplinary data-driven projects such as those related to bioinformatics, theoretical and computational physics
Bio
Quantum computing allows me to combine my love of physics, mathematics, and computer science. I am very passionate about using mathematics to understand the world around us, at all scales. My research area, quantum error correcting codes, connects how the universe works at its most fundamental levels to how we can build quantum computers capable of solving problems that would be impossible for a traditional supercomputer. Music is another passion of mine. I play keyboards in a few bands and love singing. I take in as many concerts, plays, and comedy shows as I can.Project ideas
1. Simulate an error-corrected quantum computer (Project and/or Research Paper)
Using Python and software libraries from Google or IBM, you will implement an error-corrected universal quantum computer. Your simulator will be able to accept any quantum input state and perform any unitary operation. You will be able to answer the following questions: When can a quantum computer be simulated? What is a qubit (quantum bit)? What is a quantum operation? What is quantum noise? How can entanglement safeguard quantum information? Depending on time and programming ability, the complexity of the simulation can be adjusted. Parameters include the number of qubits used and the types of noise to include in the simulation. A working simulator may be used to perform computational experiments. These experiments can serve as the basis of a research paper.
2. How error suppression, error mitigation, and error correction enable quantum computers to solve real-world problems (Research Paper)
Quantum computers are sensitive to environmental disturbances called noise while they are operating. Reducing the impact of this noise is essential for their reliable operation. Write a research paper describing error suppression, error mitigation, and/or error correction strategies for different types of quantum computers. You will learn about the following concepts: quantum computing, quantum circuits, quantum hardware, quantum control, quantum simulation, quantum algorithms, quantum noise, error mitigation, error suppression, error correcting codes You may choose which quantum computing hardware to focus on, which error reducing strategies to describe, and what types of problems the combination of quantum hardware and error-reducing strategy make solvable.