I'm an Assistant Professor in the Department of Informatics and Networked Systems, School of Computing and Information, at the University of Pittsburgh, with a secondary appointment in Physics and Astronomy.

My group works on quantum networking: the science of distributing entanglement reliably and using it well. This spans two distinct settings. At long range, we work on the quantum internet — repeaters, switches, and the protocols and control methods that connect distant parties. At short range, we work on scaling up quantum computation — networking modules into distributed, fault-tolerant quantum computers and quantum data centers. Across both, we work the full stack, from device physics to optimization and machine-learning-based control. We also design quantum sensors that push measurement to its fundamental limits.

Before Pitt, I held research positions at the University of Arizona and the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light. I earned my PhD at Louisiana State University with Jonathan P. Dowling.

My work is supported by the Pittsburgh Quantum Institute, Pitt Momentum Funds, Cisco Systems, National Science Foundation, and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), including a 2025 DOE Early Career Award.

I'm always glad to hear from prospective students and collaborators.