Conference talks presented by Nicholas LaRacuente unless otherwise noted.
LaRacuente (2025). Quantum relative entropy decay composition yields shallow, unstructured k-designs. https://arxiv.org/abs/2510.08537
Accepted for a talk at Quantum Information Processing conference. 2026
Junge & LaRacuente (2025). Strong converse rate for asymptotic hypothesis testing in type III. https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.07989 (authors alphabetized). Submitted
LaRacuente & Leditzky (2025). Approximate unitary k-designs from shallow, low-communication circuits. https://arxiv.org/abs/2407.07876 (authors alphabetized)
Presented as part of a merged long plenary at Quantum Information Processing conference. 2025
Talk at Innovations in Theoretical Computer Science. 2025
Talk at Beyond IID in Information Theory 12. 2024
Gao, Junge, LaRacuente & Li (2025). Relative entropy decay and complete positivity mixing time. Forum of Mathematics, Sigma. https://arxiv.org/abs/2209.11684. (authors alphabetized)
Talk at Quantum Information Processing conference. 2023. Presented as “Complete order implies tight relative entropy decay rate” by Haojian Li.
LaRacuente, Smith, Imany, Silverman & Chong (2025). Modeling short-range microwave networks to scale superconducting quantum computation. Quantum. https://doi.org/10.22331/q-2025-01-08-1581
Presented as an invited talk: Modeling short-range quantum networks for scaling superconducting quantum computation. American Physical Society March Meeting. 2023
Li, Junge & LaRacuente (2024). Graph Hörmander systems. Annales Henri Poincaré. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00023-024-01474-7
LaRacuente & Smith (2023). Information fragility or robustness under quantum channels. https://arxiv.org/abs/2312.17450 (authors alphabetized). Submitted
Talk at Beyond IID in Information Theory 11. 2023
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2023). Entropy uncertainty relations and strong sub-additivity of quantum channels. Scientia Sinica Mathematica. English version: https://arxiv.org/abs/2301.08402
LaRacuente (2022). Quasi-factorization and multiplicative comparison of subalgebra-relative entropy. Journal of Mathematical Physics. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0053698
Talk at Asian Quantum Information Science. 2020. As “Quasi-factorization of quantum relative entropy for subalgebras with scalar intersection.” Online. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60L8NCjYvtw
Chitransh, Fischer, Kawalek, LaRacuente, Markman, Prabhu Gaunkar, Zvi (2022). A multidisciplinary, artistic approach to broadening the accessibility of quantum science. 2022 IEEE International Conference on Quantum Computing and Engineering - Quantum Science and Engineering Education Conference. 10.1109/QCE53715.2022.00095 (authors alphabetized)
LaRacuente (2022). Self-restricting noise and exponential relative entropy decay under unital quantum Markov semigroups. https://arxiv.org/abs/2203.03745. Submitted
Junge & LaRacuente (2022). Multivariate trace inequalities, p-fidelity, and universal recovery beyond tracial settings. Journal of Mathematical Physics. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0066653. (authors alphabetized)
Talk at Quantum Information Processing conference. 2021. Online https://youtu.be/yanZEqBDvQQ
Talk at Beyond IID in Information Theory 8. 2020. As “Universal recovery and p-fidelity in von Neumann algebras” merged with “Recoverability for optimized quantum f-divergences” by Gao and Wilde. Online
Junge, LaRacuente & Rouzé (2022). Stability of logarithmic Sobolev inequalities under a noncommutative change of measure. Journal of Statistical Physics. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10955-022-03026-x (auth alph)
Smith*, LaRacuente*, Imany, Silverman & Chong (2021). Noise-aware comparison of chiplet vs. monolithic quantum computing. Quantum Information and Measurement VI. Online. https://doi.org/10.1364/QIM.2021.F1C.6. *Equal contributions. Presented by Kate Smith.
LaRacuente (2021). Quantum oracle separations from complex but easily specified states. https://arxiv.org/abs/2104.07247
Asian Quantum Information Science. Online short talk. 2021
Bardet, Junge, LaRacuente, Rouzé, & Stilck França (2021). Group transference techniques for the estimation of the decoherence times and capacities of quantum Markov semigroups. IEEE Transactions on Information Theory. https://doi.org/10.1109/TIT.2021.3065452 (authors alphabetized).
Talk at Quantum Information Processing conference. 2020. Presented as “Functional inequalities via group transference techniques & application to estimation of decoherence times & capacities” merged with “Complete logarithmic Sobolev inequality & irreducible graphs” by Gao, Junge & LaRacuente. Presented jointly by Daniel Stilck França and NL.
Talk at Beyond IID in Information Theory 7. 2019. Presented by Cambyse Rouzé.
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2020). Fisher information and logarithmic sobolev inequality for matrix valued functions. Annales Henri Poincaré. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00023-020-00947-9 (authors alphabetized)
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2020). Relative entropy for von Neumann subalgebras. International Journal of Mathematics. https://doi.org/10.1142/S0129167X20500469 (authors alphabetized)
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2018). Capacity bounds via operator space methods. Journal of Mathematical Physics. https://doi.org/10.1063/1.5058692 (authors alphabetized)
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2018). Capacity estimates via comparison with TRO channels. Communications in Mathematical Physics. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00220-018-3249-y (authors alphabetized)
Talk at Quantum Information Processing conference (2017). Presented as “Capacity estimates for TRO channels” by Li Gao.
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2018). Heralded channel Holevo superadditivity bounds from entanglement monogamy. Journal of Mathematical Physics. https://doi.org/10.1063/1.5011660 (authors alphabetized)
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2018). Uncertainty principle for quantum channels. IEEE International Symposium on Information Theory. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/8437730/ (authors alphabetized). Presented by Li Gao.
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2016). Operator algebra approach to quantum capacities. IEEE International Symposium on Information Theory. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/7541588 (authors alphabetized). Presented by Li Gao.
● Larson et al. (2020). From eDNA to citizen science: emerging tools for the early detection of invasive species. Frontiers in Ecology & the Environment. https://doi.org/10.1002/fee.2162
● McKitterick, Erb-Satullo, LaRacuente, Dickinson & Collings (2010). Aggregation properties of the chromonic liquid crystal benzopurpurin 4B. J. Phys. Chem. B. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/jp910136p
● Dickinson, LaRacuente, McKitterick & Collings (2009). Aggregate structure and free energy changes in chromonic liquid crystals. Mol. Cryst. Liq. Cryst. https://doi.org/10.1080/15421400903051044
LaRacuente (2026, upcoming). TBD. AMS Spring Southeastern Sectional Meeting - Special Session on Functional Analysis and Quantum Computing. Georgia Southern University - Armstrong Campus, Savannah, GA
LaRacuente & Leditzky (2025). Approximate unitary designs via shallow quantum circuits. AMS Spring Central Sectional Meeting - Special Session on Quantum Theory and Operator Algebras II. Lawrence, Kansas. (auth alph)
Junge & LaRacuente (2024). Quantum information in type III von Neumann algebras via the Haagerup reduction method. AMS Fall Central Sectional Meeting - Special Session on Operator algebras, Quantum Information and Computation I. San Antonio, Texas (authors alphabetized)
Junge & LaRacuente (2024). Bounding infinite-dimensional entropies and rates via Haagerup reduction. Towards Infinite Dimension and Beyond in Quantum Information (24w5274). Banff International Research Station & The Institute of Mathematics at the University of Granada. Granada, Spain (authors alphabetized)
LaRacuente (2023). Short-range communication within quantum computation. Fermilab. Online.
LaRacuente & Smith (2023). Information fragility or robustness of quantum states and processes. Canadian Mathematical Society Summer Meeting. Ottawa, ON, CA (authors alphabetized)
LaRacuente (2023). Timescale and regime separations in quantum dynamics. Mathematical Physics in Quantum Technology: From Finite to Infinite Dimensions. Edinburgh, Scotland
LaRacuente (2023). Alternative error reduction strategies for quantum computing. IBM Quantum Network Partner Forum. Paris, France
LaRacuente (2022). Exponential quantum state decay or lack thereof. Brazos Analysis Seminar. Houston, TX
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2019). Commonalities and complementarity in quantum resources. Algebraic and Statistical ways into Quantum Resource Theories. Banff International Research Station. http://www.birs.ca/events/2019/5-day-workshops/19w5120/videos/watch/201907231101-LaRacuente.html?jwsource=cl
Junge & LaRacuente (2018). An operator algebra approach to entropy spread and quantum chaos. Next Steps in Quantum Science for High Energy Physics (Fermilab). Bativia, IL
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2018). Asymmetry, coherence, entanglement, and an uncertainty relation for quantum channels. Rocky Mountain Summit on Quantum Information. Boulder, CO
Gao, Junge & LaRacuente (2017). Non-commutative Lp spaces and asymmetry measures. Analysis in Quantum Information Theory Institut Henri Poincaré. Paris, France. https://youtu.be/f1vfhXgRM6k