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Quantum is Coming to the Southside (here!) and We Can't do it Without You
- When:
- Monday, February 17, 2025 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Where:
- William Eckhardt Research Center, 5640 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, room 161
- Title:
- Quantum is Coming to the Southside (here!) and We Can't do it Without You
- Description:
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PME is pleased to invite you to the keynote address for the Annual PME in collaboration with NSBE Celebration of African-American History & Culture, Monday, February 17, 2025, at 4:00 pm in ERC 161 & Atrium.
The address will be delivered by Prof. Thomas Searles, who will explore the topic, Quantum is coming to the southside, and We can’t do it without you!
Prof. Searles is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois Chicago. His research expertise includes quantum information, quantum materials, and light-matter interactions, in addition to serving as the director of the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center. We hope that you will demonstrate your interest in South Side engagement, in advancing diversity, and inclusion, and in celebrating the rich diversity of the African-American community by attending this address. A reception with refreshments and music will follow.