Ten researchers from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have received the prestigious Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). This award recognizes their early-career achievements in advancing measurement science and innovation.
The NIST awardees are recognized for their groundbreaking work in various fields, including quantum computing, materials science, biomedical engineering, environmental engineering, and physics. For example, Alexey Gorshkov is being recognized for his research on manipulating individual light particles, while Stephen P. Jordan is being recognized for his contributions to quantum computing and understanding the computational power of the universe.
These researchers have made significant contributions to their fields and have demonstrated leadership through mentoring the next generation of researchers. Their work has the potential to benefit the U.S. and the world in various ways, from advancing quantum computing to improving cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Keywords: Measurement, Quantum, Standards, Innovation, Research
