In 2009, Alan Migdall received the Department of Commerce Bronze Medal Award from NIST for his significant contributions to photon-based metrology. This award recognizes his work in advancing optical radiation measurement, fundamental physics, and quantum information applications.
The Bronze Medal is the highest honorary award given by the NIST Director, awarded for superior performance that has increased the efficiency and effectiveness of NIST. Migdall’s research in this field has had a notable impact on the development of quantum technologies and their applications.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/awards/2009-bronze-medal-award-alan-migdall
Keywords: Metrology, Photon, Quantum, Information, Measurement
