Kai-Mei Fu (University of Washington), Point Defects in Crystals: Trapped Atoms for Quantum Technologies

Abstract
Point defects in crystals are the solid-state analog to trapped ions. Thus these “quantum
defects”, which can be integrated into solid-state devices, have gained interest as quantum
sensors and qubit candidates for scalable quantum networks. In this talk, I will introduce
some of the basic quantum defect properties desirable for quantum technologies. I will
then focus on my own group’s work advancing hybrid defect-photonics platforms for
quantum network applications.

Bio
Kai-Mei Fu is the Virginia and Prentice Bloedel Professor of Physics and Electrical and
Computer Engineering at the University of Washington and holds a dual appointment with
the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Kai-Mei received their PhD in Applied Physics in
2007 from Stanford University. Their research focuses on the synthesis, characterization
and control of optically active quantum defects in crystals, with applications in quantum
networks and sensing. At UW, Kai-Mei is the Director of UW’s NSF National Research
Training Program: Accelerating Quantum-Enabled Technologies. They serve as the Deputy
Director of the Department of Energy National Quantum Initiative (NQI) Co-design Center
for Quantum Advantage