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Thomas Ohki
Physicist and Quantum Hardware Engineer
Thomas Ohki is a Principal Quantum Engineer at Microsoft, where he focuses on developing technologies for quantum computing. He has a robust background in physics and engineering, particularly in the areas of superconducting devices, microwave engineering, and quantum optics. Prior to his role at Microsoft, he was the lead scientist at BBN Technologies, where he specialized in quantum engineering and computing, contributing significantly to the development of superconducting devices for quantum information processing.234
Academic Background and Research Contributions
Ohki holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Rochester. His research has garnered considerable recognition, with numerous citations in the field of quantum computing. He has published extensively on topics such as superconducting qubits and digital logic, and his work includes significant contributions to solving critical challenges in quantum computing, including the "input/output bottleneck" which is essential for practical quantum computation.123
Recent Developments
In August 2024, Ohki was part of a team that made headlines when they decided to leave Microsoft's Quantum Sydney lab to pursue independent projects, potentially as a start-up. This decision was influenced by their belief that they could have a greater impact outside of Microsoft by collaborating with various teams in the quantum ecosystem.3
His current work at Microsoft involves advancing quantum hardware technologies that can interface effectively with classical computing systems, aiming for a more integrated approach to quantum computing solutions.23
