ORNL's Muneer Alshowkan.
Muneer Alshowkan studies quantum networking and quantum communications. In this role, Muneer conducts theoretical and experimental quantum information science, especially pertaining to quantum communications and networking.
Substantial institutional investments in equipment and facilities, as well as recent increases in federal funding from the Department of Energy and other agencies, have positioned Muneer and his colleagues for rapid growth and success.
Muneer received his Ph.D. in computer science and engineering from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut and master’s degree in information, network and computer security from the New York Institute of Technology. He joined ORNL as a postdoctoral research associate. His research interests include quantum networking, quantum communications and computer science and engineering. Prior to joining ORNL, Muneer was an assistant professor teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in computer science, computer networking, and cybersecurity.
“I have always been inspired by challenging problems," said Alshowkan. "Quantum communications and networking has the potential to revolutionize the world and propel research to achieve unprecedented discoveries never thought possible.”
He is an active member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Optica (formerly OSA), the American Physical Society, and Upsilon Pi Epsilon.
Read more about Muneer's career and research here.
ORNL’s quantum research is supported by DOE’s Office of Science. For more information on ORNL’s quantum research portfolio, visit quantum-roadmap.ornl.gov/.
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