OpenFieldProf. Dr. Michelle Simmons AO
World pioneer in atomic electronics and silicon quantum computing. Discovered methods to fabricate atomic-scale single-atom transistors and quantum processors in silicon.
Documented research interests and leadership
- Research areas
- Quantum Computing, Silicon Qubits, Atomic-Scale Electronics, Scanning Tunneling Microscopy
- Academic position
- Scientia Professor of Quantum Physics, Australian of the Year, Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS)
- Primary university source
- Official directory entry ↗
- Recruitment status
- Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.
Supervision and contact
Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in Quantum Computing, Silicon Qubits, Atomic-Scale Electronics are advised to consult formal department application channels.
Important verification note
Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-14. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.
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