Two NIST scientists, David Wineland and David Nesbitt, have been elected to the prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Wineland, a Nobel laureate, leads research on trapped ions for atomic clocks and quantum computing. Nesbitt, a fellow of NIST and JILA, focuses on chemical physics and biochemistry. Their election recognizes their significant contributions to quantum standards research, which is crucial for advancing quantum mechanics and its applications. The American Academy of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1780, has inducted many notable figures throughout history. Wineland and Nesbitt will be inducted at a ceremony on October 12, 2013, and their membership will provide them with a platform to continue their work in quantum standards.
Keywords: Quantum, Standards, Research, Algorithms, Metrology
