August 7, 2023

Interview with Mia Stamatova and Hyunjo Kim, co-founders of Qsium

For this blog, we interviewed Mia Stamatova and Hyunjo Kim, co-founders of Qsium, a student-led initiative that aims to democratise education in quantum computing – one mind at a time. Mia has just completed her A-level exams (physics, maths, further maths and chemistry) and will be studying Physics in Oxford this coming academic year. She […]

June 28, 2023

An interview with Daniel Goldsmith, Quantum Computing Technologist, Digital Catapult

After studying Physics at Jesus College, Cambridge, Daniel gained a Masters in Quantum Technology at University College London, working on a project on quantum error correction codes. He has over 25 years’ experience in business, including technical and process architecture, design, test and implementation of IT systems, and finance. He is currently working as a […]

May 9, 2023

An interview with a PhD Candidate in Quantum Industry – Lakshmi Rajagopal, BT

Originally from India, Lakshmi Rajagopal studied Electronics and Communication Engineering at undergraduate level, before undertaking a Masters in Wireless Networks and Applications. During the second year of her Masters degree, she got an opportunity to do an internship at Toshiba, before gaining a permanent position there as a Software Engineer. Wanting to gain further qualifications, […]

March 13, 2023

An interview with a Knowledge Transfer Manager in Quantum – Dr Najwa Sidqi, Innovate UK KTN

Having always loved physics, Dr Najwa Sidqi studied for an undergraduate degree in the subject, before undertaking a Masters in material science and nanotechnology. Following this, Najwa began a career in the semiconductor industry, holding positions as an engineer at several different companies, before returning to study for a PhD. Najwa’s background in nanotechnology and […]

February 27, 2023

An interview with a Quantum Researcher in Industry– Amelia Lees, BT

Amelia Lees loved science at school and so to keep her options open she studied Natural Sciences at undergraduate level. After undertaking a summer placement at BT Research during her degree, Amelia decided to accept an offer to join BT’s graduate programme to become a researcher. She has since progressed to becoming a Research Professional […]

February 15, 2023

An interview with Kathryn Chen, Head of Science, Innovation and Policy, British Consulate-General Toronto, Canada

Having originally studied Health Sciences and Public Health, Kathryn Chen decided to pursue a career in science policy. She is currently Head of Science, Innovation and Policy at the British Consulate-General in Toronto and has a specific remit of developing collaborations between the UK and Canada, in the field of quantum. We caught up with […]

January 27, 2023

An interview with a Communications Specialist in Quantum – Adi Sheward-Himpson, University of Oxford

Adi Sheward-Himpson had a passion for science and technology from a young age and despite not pursuing academic qualifications in science or mathematics, has always worked in technology related roles. Adi has held a number of positions in the technology sector, including one as a futurologist and another in communications at the University of Oxford’s […]

December 16, 2022

An interview with a Computer Scientist in Quantum – Professor Julio Hernandez-Castro, University of Kent

Having studied Mathematics and Computer Science at undergraduate level, followed by a PhD in Computer Science, Professor Julio Hernandez-Castro took up a career in industry, however, it was not for him. Julio decided to pursue a career in academia instead. He first took up a position in his home country of Spain but then moved […]

December 5, 2022

An interview with a Mathematician in Quantum – Professor Roger Colbeck, University of York

Having studied Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Further Maths at A Level, followed by an undergraduate degree in Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge, Professor Roger Colbeck embarked upon a PhD in mathematics, also at Cambridge, which was the start of his career in quantum. Roger then worked as a Junior Research Fellow at Cambridge […]

November 28, 2022

An interview with a Research Technician in Quantum – Dr Sébastien Guilbaud, University of York

Originally from France, Dr Sébastien Guilbaud began his career in science by studying chemistry at undergraduate level before moving to study biophysics at postgraduate level. After deciding that the classic academic career path was not for him, Sebastien chose to pursue a career in research support, specifically in the role of research technician. This ultimately […]