Simon Devitt

Simon Devitt was dedicated to the construction and operation of large-scale quantum computers and communication networks since 2003. During his time at our Centre, Simon contributed extensively to algorithm analysis, architecture designs for quantum computing and communication networks, and device modeling for specific qubit systems, including characterization protocols for qubit arrays. In his later years here, his focus shifted more toward the software side of quantum computing.

Beyond academic research, Simon  developed a citizen science game designed to aid in programming and compiling quantum computers with topological quantum error-correcting codes, hosted a podcast that interviewed researchers across the quantum technology field, and, in 2016, co-founded a consultancy firm with researchers at RMIT and Caltech to support the commercialization of quantum technology.

Qualifications: 
PhD (Physics), University of Melbourne, 2008
Bachelor of Science (Physics) (Hons), University of Melbourne, 2004

Major funding support

Australian Research Council

The Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems (EQUS) acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders past and present.