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Turbocharging quantum tech
The mission of the US Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C) is to enable and grow a robust quantum-based industry and supply chain. Executive director Celia Merzbacher talks about how QED-C addresses gaps in quantum-related technologies and workforce capacity by encouraging collaboration between government, research and industry
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From banking to optics
Michelle Lollie transitioned from a career in finance to developing quantum optical systems in industry. She talks to Tushna Commissariat about the APS Bridge Program; as well as her unique journey, including the challenges and triumphs of navigating through the field as a Black woman
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APS Physics Jobs
Explore the breadth of opportunities worldwide in academia, industry, national labs, and beyond
A degree in physics opens up so many different career routes but it can be tricky to know which path to choose. If you are about to graduate and are on the look-out for your first job, or are an early-career scientist looking to explore a new avenue, the American Physical Society’s careers team has resources and guidance to offer.
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Optical physicist and materials scientist Wesley Sims and explains how he is giving back to the physics community through mentoring and training programs, and joining new initiatives supporting young Black scientists such as the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center.
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Roland Harwood is a physicist who is fascinated by the art of open innovation. He explains how he has helped organizations, ranging from Lego to the United Nations, to implement change and why physics is leading the way when it comes to collaboration.
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APS Global Physics Summit 2025
The Joint March Meeting and April Meeting Global Physics Summit 2025
March 16–21, 2025 Anaheim, CA, US
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