Physics
Colloquium
Advances in laser
technologies for practical quantum
applications
Dr. Siamak Dadras
Senior Quantum
Applications Scientist,
TOPTICA
Photonics
Event
Details:
The second quantum
revolution (Quantum 2.0) is driven by advances in generating and
controlling quantum states of light and matter, enabling applications in
computing, sensing, and communications. These technologies rely on
foundational Quantum 1.0 tools, most notably lasers. As quantum
information science progresses from laboratory research to technology
demonstrations, there is an increasing need to transition from discrete,
laboratory-grade lasers and optical components to industry-grade,
integrated laser engine systems that provide scalability, robustness,
autonomous operation, and reduced size, weight, and power (SWaP). This
talk reviews the current state and challenges of laser-enabled quantum
technologies and highlights the evolution of laser platforms—from bulk
optics to micro-optics and integrated photonics—toward practical
quantum advantage.
Bio:
Siamak Dadras received
his PhD in Photonics from Oklahoma State University, where his research
in the Quantum Chaos Group explored matter-wave quantum phenomena with
ultra-cold atoms. He continued his work in quantum science as a
postdoctoral associate at the University of Rochester’s Institute of
Optics, focusing on levitated optomechanics, nanoscale quantum sensing,
and solid-state laser refrigeration. Since 2021, he has served as the
Senior Quantum Application Scientist at the U.S. headquarters of TOPTICA
Photonics in Pittsford, NY, where he oversees TOPTICA's quantum
application-specific product developments and partnership programs across
North America.
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