Dr. Beni Yoshida

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Biography

Beni Yoshida is a research faculty member at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, specializing in Quantum Information and Quantum Gravity. He has a rich background in condensed matter theory, with significant contributions to fields such as quantum many-body physics. His research focuses on the applications of quantum information theory to various problems in quantum many-body physics and quantum gravity. Specifically, he has utilized techniques from quantum coding theory to formulate toy models for the AdS/CFT correspondence and has discovered processes related to information retrieval from black holes through quantum information scrambling phenomena. Yoshida's work has been recognized with the Nishinomiya Yukawa Memorial Prize for Theoretical Physics in 2021, highlighting his influential role in advancing theoretical frameworks within these complex domains.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Postdoctoral Researcher

— Present

Perimeter Institute • Waterloo, Ontario

Conducted research in theoretical physics, focusing on the intersection of quantum information and gravity.

Burke Fellow

— Present

California Institute of Technology • Pasadena, California

Engaged in research in theoretical physics, contributing to advancements in quantum information theory.

Awards

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Nishinomiya Yukawa Memorial Prize

Requirements for Perimeter Institute

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Physics or Math Knowledge of Classical Mechanics Knowledge of Electromagnetism Knowledge of Special Relativity Knowledge of Quantum Mechanics Knowledge of Statistical Physics
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Specialization Notes

The Perimeter Scholars International (PSI) is a 10-month condensed Master's program in collaboration with the University of Waterloo, covering all core research areas including Particle Physics, Gravitational Physics, and Astronomy.