Quantum Frequency Conversion for Hybrid Quantum Networks
This grant researches photonic devices using quantum frequency conversion to connect different quantum technologies operating at different wavelengths.
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Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: February 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025
Funding Amounts: $82,764 base stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical appointment duration 2 years.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral research on photonic devices for quantum frequency conversion to enable hybrid quantum networks connecting different quantum technologies.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens with a doctoral degree earned within the last 5 years; requires contacting a Research Adviser prior to application.
Description
This fellowship opportunity supports research on quantum frequency conversion (QFC) devices that enable hybrid quantum networks by bridging different quantum technologies operating at various wavelengths. The focus is on photonic devices utilizing high-efficiency nonlinear optical frequency conversion techniques, such as sum- and difference-frequency generation, while preserving quantum properties like coherence and entanglement.
Research interests include improving QFC device efficiency, reducing noise, expanding bandwidth, and exploring integration with qubit technologies. The work is conducted at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) within the Information Technology Laboratory, Applied and Computational Mathematics Division, located in Gaithersburg, MD.
This program is part of the NRC Research Associateship Programs, which provide postdoctoral scientists with opportunities to conduct self-directed research aligned with federal laboratory goals, gain mentorship, and access state-of-the-art facilities.
