Dr. Midzor has been appointed as the new Director of the Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL) at NIST. With a background in physics, business consulting, and defense systems, she brings a unique perspective to her role. Dr. Midzor emphasizes setting strategic priorities for the lab and engaging with stakeholders to align CTL’s work with NIST’s mission and federal policies. She envisions growing the lab while maintaining its strong team culture and advancing key areas like quantum communications, 6G, and AI-native systems.
Dr. Midzor is passionate about measurement science and sees NIST as the perfect place to combine her love for physics and innovation. She highlights the importance of collaboration and partnerships in addressing the complexity of modern communication systems. Outside of work, she enjoys medieval reenactments and jousting, showing a creative and diverse range of interests. Looking ahead, she is excited to lead CTL in shaping the future of communications technology.
Keywords: quantum communications, 6G, measurement science
