Quantum Technologies Lab

Student Spotlight

I am an engineering student focused on silicon photonics, analog/mixed-signal IC design, and quantum hardware. During summer 2026, I developed prototype photon-detection hardware and simulations for DUNE at Brookhaven National Laboratory, studied emerging computing architectures with Portland State University's Teuscher Lab, and conducted thermo-optic QAPINN modeling as a WISER Quantum + AI Optimization Scholar. I now lead ETI's Quantum & Photonics Lab, serve as UC Berkeley PhotoBears' liaison, and chair Foothill's multi-chapter IEEE Student Branch, where I am developing a joint initiative with the Optica Society. A chance encounter brought me to ETI, where lab access, mentorship, and technical activities laid the foundation for his research and leadership. ETI remains a key partner in my journey, supporting continued work on scalable integrated photonics and quantum-hardware applications.

Amoggh Bellad

What are Quantum Technologies?

Quantum technologies harness the extraordinary principles of quantum physics to develop powerful new tools for computing, communication, sensing, and information security. Unlike conventional technologies that process information using classical bits, quantum systems leverage phenomena such as superposition and entanglement to perform calculations, detect subtle changes in the environment, and transmit information in fundamentally new ways. Although many quantum technologies are still emerging, they have the potential to revolutionize fields ranging from medicine and materials science to artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, finance, and space exploration. By combining advances in physics, engineering, computer science, and mathematics, quantum technologies are laying the foundation for a new generation of scientific discovery and technological innovation.

Possible future careers utilizing these technologies

ETI Quantum Technologies Lab Location

ETI Room 4204

Projects in the Quantum Technologies Lab

Information coming soon

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What You Can Do in the Lab

Explore the principles of quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum sensing, and other emerging quantum technologies through interactive demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Test and tinker—experiment with quantum computing platforms, run simulations, and see how quantum theory translates into computing models.
Investigate real-world applications of quantum technologies in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, materials science, medicine, finance, and space exploration.
Participate in workshops, demonstrations, and training sessions that introduce both foundational quantum concepts and emerging industry developments.