Two NIST researchers, James Vincent Porto III and Christopher Lloyd Soles, have been awarded the prestigious 2005 Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). Porto was recognized for his groundbreaking work on neutral-atom quantum computing and the study of novel quantum properties in one-dimensional atomic systems. His research has significant implications for the development of quantum standards and related technical updates. Soles was honored for his development of advanced measurement methods to study the properties of materials in thin films and nanoscale structures, as well as his leadership in fostering collaborations between government, industry, and academia. These awards provide recipients with up to five years of funding to further their research, which is crucial for advancing quantum research and development and ultimately contributing to the creation of reliable quantum standards and technologies.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2006/08/two-nist-researchers-earn-presidential-honors
Keywords: standards, quantum, measurement, properties, research
