Quantum Science and Engineering
The University of Chicago has assembled a world-class group of scientists and engineers who are leading the quantum revolution. In addition to our cutting-edge faculty in physics, engineering, and chemistry, we offer one of the nation's first doctoral programs in quantum science and engineering.
- 20+ lab groups at PME and UChicago engaged in quantum research
- Chicago region named an official U.S. Regional and Innovation Technology Hub for quantum technologies
- Close partnerships with National QIS Research Centers at Argonne and Fermilab
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Noah Glachman
Bernien Lab
“Quantum computing has the potential to solve some of the world's biggest problems. I'm proud to be a part of a team here making that happen.”
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Anchita Addhya
High Lab
“PME brings these diverse fields together and has this very collaborative environment that I really appreciate.”
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José A. Méndez
Awschalom Lab (co-advised by Hannes Bernien)
“Study something that you find interesting and I guarantee we can use you here.”
We are training students to become the next generation of leaders in science, engineering, and beyond. ”
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Why Engineering at the University of Chicago?
- 100% of PhD students start research in their first year
- PME’s leading faculty experts unite eight scientific and engineering disciplines through an innovative interdisciplinary curriculum
- Students work with 40+ internationally recognized faculty members and 20+ researchers from Argonne National Laboratory
- More than 200 PME graduates have entered roles as data scientists, engineers, and research consultants, or continued their research at academic institutions.