Nisarga P
- Research Program Mentor
PhD candidate at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Expertise
Theoretical quantum physics, Quantum information, condensed matter physics, mathematics
Bio
I'm a PhD student at MIT studying theoretical quantum physics broadly and condensed matter theory more specifically. A lot of my research deals with topics in magnetism, superconductivity, and topological phases of quantum matter. I've also done research in quantum field theory and general relativity, and I studied lots of fascinating topics in mathematics as an undergraduate math major at Harvard. Outside of physics I enjoy futsal, rock climbing and (learning to play the) guitar. I've also been tutoring and mentoring students in advanced math and physics since my undergraduate days.Project ideas
Perspectives on quantum entanglement
Quantum entanglement, what Einstein called "spooky action at a distance", is perhaps the most profound concept separating quantum mechanics from all physics before it. It plays a role in modern research topics ranging from quantum computing to the black hole information paradox. In this project you will write a scientific research paper reviewing the theoretical foundation of entanglement after reviewing the relevant literature and going in-depth into one of the following modern topics related to quantum entanglement: - Entanglement entropy in quantum systems - The black hole information paradox - ER = EPR - Quantum computation
Quantum engineering and computing
Many scientists believe we are in the midst of a 2nd revolution in quantum physics. Leading the way is the development of quantum computers using a variety of approaches: superconducting qubits, Majorana-based qubits, trapped ions, Rydberg atoms, et cetera. Simultaneously, fields such as spintronics and topological materials hold much promise for a variety of applications. The advances on the technology front are accompanied by a rich new understanding of the role of entanglement in quantum systems, the rapid advancement of theoretical quantum information, the development of near-term quantum algorithms starting with Shor's algorithm in the 1990s, quantum error correction and it's universality across multiple disciplines, and so on. In this project you will write a research-style paper after doing a deep dive into either the technological or theoretical side of recent advances, or a mixture of both.