Dr. Moamer Hasanovic Profile

Dr. Moamer Hasanovic

Associate Professor

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Proceedings Article | 28 June 2023 Paper

Quantum education: how to teach a subject that nobody fully understands

Mo Hasanovic

Proceedings Volume 12723, 1272331 (2023) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2670468

KEYWORDS: Quantum technologies, Quantum experiments, Industry, Education and training, Quantum mechanics, Quantum cryptography, Quantum information, Quantum systems, Quantum sensing, Quantum science

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Proceedings Article | 3 October 2022 Open Access

Upskilling photonics technicians to meet challenges of the quantum 2.0 revolution

Moamer Hasanovic, Chrysanthos Panayiotou, Donn Silberman

Proceedings Volume 12213, 122130E (2022) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2631617

KEYWORDS: Quantum computing, Photonics, Quantum physics, Raman spectroscopy, Quantum information, Quantum communications, Spectroscopes, Photon polarization, Fluorescence spectroscopy, Superposition

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SPIE Journal Paper | 9 April 2022 Open Access

Quantum technician skills and competencies for the emerging Quantum 2.0 industry

Mo Hasanovic, Chrys Panayiotou, Donn Silberman, Paul Stimers, Celia Merzbacher

OE, Vol. 61, Issue 08, 081803, (April 2022) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.10.1117/1.OE.61.8.081803

KEYWORDS: Quantum computing, Quantum information, Quantum communications, Laser optics, Optical engineering, Fiber lasers, Superposition, Spectroscopy, Spectroscopes, Quantum physics

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Quantum-based technologies have been instrumental in the development of a whole range of devices that are used these days (such as lasers, transistors, LiDAR, GPS, MRI, and many more). These technologies that emanated from the Quantum 1.0 Revolution have become ubiquitous in modern civilization over the past 50 years. The product commercialization and mass production were enabled by scientists, researchers, engineers, and most importantly, by the skilled technological workforce. This workforce played a critical support role in transforming inventions into high-volume, marketable products. We are currently at the heart of the Second Quantum Revolution, which is fueled by the research in quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum cryptography, and quantum sensing. The scientific progress that is currently taking place in these areas is going to fundamentally change the way we sense the world around us, approach our security, and process critical information. Governments and private entities across the world have recognized the strategic importance of quantum research-enabled technologies and have invested a significant amount of money to support graduate programs and research institutions where scientists, engineers, and other professionals are earning advanced degrees and immediately being engaged in active Quantum 2.0 research. To the best of our knowledge, and despite considerable investment in quantum research, no active efforts or programs exist that would train a quantum technological workforce at the technician level to support Quantum 2.0. The quantum industry, on the other side, has clearly identified the need for highly skilled quantum technicians that are able to support the commercialization of the new products and inventions. The lack of a trained quantum technician workforce is a major shortcoming that may have a profound negative impact on the long-term prospects and sustainability of the emerging quantum industry. The EdQuantum project, funded through the National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program, is an effort to close this shortcoming and propose a well-defined curriculum through which the incumbent photonic and laser technicians in the United States will be upskilled with the new skills and competencies from quantum research-enabled technologies. This paper presents the results of the first phase of the EdQuantum project—the quantum industry survey. Over the last few months, we sought input from the quantum industry as to what skills and competencies should a future quantum technician possess to support its emerging needs. The results collected during the survey are presented in this paper along with their impact on the proposed educational curriculum. This paper also elaborates on the alignment of the proposed curriculum with a few ongoing initiatives in the skilled technical workforce education (such as NSB Vision 2030, Convergence Accelerators Initiative, and Skilled Technical Workforce Initiative).

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SC1320: Quantum Cryptography Basics

Quantum technologies are emerging as the technologies of the 21st century with a potential to radically transform the way we live, communicate, and sense the world around us. Quantum cryptography is a subarea of quantum technology that uses quantum mechanics to create secure communication links. New cryptographic techniques have recently been generated that combine quantum and traditional methods to provide protection against quantum threats. In this course, we will elaborate on the foundations of the quantum cryptography, how it works, and its advantages and challenges. The course participants will set up a simple communication link based on BB84 protocol and demonstrate a classical version of quantum encrypted communication. AGENDA: Facing Quantum 2.0: Introduction to quantum technologies and applications (presentation, 15 min) Basics of quantum cryptography and role of photonics (presentation, 30 min) Experimental setup and adjustment of optical components (hands-on activity, 45 min) Practical demonstration of BB84 based quantum inspired communication link (120 min)

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SC1353: Quantum Technology Essentials for Non-Quantum Professionals

Quantum technologies are expected to be among the most transformational technologies of the twenty-first century, revolutionizing fields like secure communications, advanced sensing, and computation. As quantum breakthroughs transition from research labs to industry applications, there is a growing demand for professionals who can understand and support Quantum 2.0 in the commercial environment. This course provides an accessible, introductory-level overview of quantum technology and its practical applications, designed for technical managers, product developers, sales engineers, and other professionals who need a foundational grasp of quantum technology concepts without requiring extensive mathematical knowledge. We will introduce basic postulates of quantum science such as superposition, entanglement, and the uncertainty principle through a common language and then discuss their impact on quantum devices and applications. In addition to the quantum postulates, we will touch upon the subjects of quantum tunneling, which underpins new types of sensors and imaging technologies; quantum coherence, a key feature in quantum computing and precise atomic clocks; and quantum interference, foundational to secure quantum communication protocols. We will also explore the opportunities this emerging sector offers for early- to mid-career professionals looking to upskill and transition into the quantum field. By the end of this course, participants will have a working understanding of these critical quantum concepts, enabling them to engage in technical discussions and identify areas within their organizations where quantum technologies can drive competitive advantage and innovation. The course is designed to make quantum technology approachable and useful for non-specialists, emphasizing working concepts over complex math. The course will empower participants to confidently communicate with quantum specialists, ask informed questions, and apply quantum knowledge to strategic decisions in their industries.

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