Dr. Daniel Harlow

Associate Professor

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Biography

Daniel Harlow is an Associate Professor of Physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research focuses on the intersection of quantum mechanics and gravity, particularly the quantum-mechanical aspects of black holes and cosmology. Harlow utilizes methods from quantum information theory to tackle problems related to the AdS/CFT correspondence, which bridges quantum gravity theories and quantum error correcting codes. His work also examines the fundamental structure of quantum field theory and the challenges associated with formulating a comprehensive theory of quantum gravity. Harlow's recent insights highlight the intriguing parallels between quantum gravity challenges and the quest to protect quantum computers from interference. Outside of his academic pursuits, he enjoys hiking and playing the piano.

Research Interests

Awards

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Packard Fellow

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New Horizons Physics Prize

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Sloan Research Fellowship

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DOE Quantum Information Science Award

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Simons Foundation Principal Investigator