Join us for an exclusive Fireside Chat with Kyle Serniak
Quantum computing progress ultimately depends on the performance of the hardware that powers it. Behind every qubit lies a complex interplay of materials science, device physics, fabrication processes, and subtle noise mechanisms that determine how well quantum systems actually work.
In this fireside conversation, Dr. Kyle Serniak of MIT Lincoln Laboratory will explore how researchers engineer better superconducting qubits and study the physical limits of quantum hardware. We’ll discuss the role of materials and fabrication in qubit performance, the work happening inside MIT Lincoln Laboratory and the SQUILL Foundry, and what it takes to train the next generation of quantum hardware engineers.
This webinar will focus on:
The hidden physics behind qubit performance, including noise, quasiparticles, and other microscopic mechanisms that limit superconducting quantum devices
How materials science, fabrication processes, and device design interact to shape the reliability and scalability of quantum hardware
The role of MIT Lincoln Laboratory in advancing quantum engineering and building complex quantum systems
Why shared fabrication infrastructure — such as the SQUILL Foundry — is becoming increasingly important for accelerating quantum research
How universities and federally funded research laboratories collaborate to strengthen the growing quantum technology ecosystem
The skills, training paths, and interdisciplinary knowledge required for the next generation of quantum hardware engineers
