Miranda Thompson is a postdoctoral researcher at NIST working on quantum electronics. Her research focuses on creating quantum circuits that can withstand excess quasiparticles – particles that can disrupt quantum computing operations. She uses advanced sensors to remove excess energy from silicon substrates and measure how quickly quasiparticles recombine.
Thompson’s previous work involved studying the current-phase relationship of Josephson junctions – the key components in superconducting quantum circuits. Her research has been published in leading scientific journals and she holds degrees in physics from Harvey Mudd College and the University of Colorado Boulder.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/people/miranda-thompson
Keywords: Quasiparticle, Recombination, Sensors, Quantum Circuits, Josephson Junctions
