Dr. Paola Cappellaro

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Biography

Paola Cappellaro received her undergraduate and master's degrees in Italy from Politecnico di Milano and in France from Ecole Centrale Paris. She completed her Ph.D. in 2006 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Following her academic training, she joined Harvard University as a postdoctoral associate at the Institute for Theoretical Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics (ITAMP). In 2009, she returned to MIT as a faculty member. Her research focuses on spin-based quantum information processing, precision measurements, and solid-state quantum devices. Cappellaro has made significant contributions in developing quantum magnetic sensing techniques utilizing electronic spin defects in diamond. Her work integrates theoretical insights with experimental controls to address challenges in creating robust and scalable quantum devices.

Research Interests

Experience

Ford Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA

Engaged in research and teaching in physics, specializing in spin-based quantum information processing and precision measurements.

Awards

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Fellow

2023-01-01
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Committed Caring Award

2020-01-01
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Merkator Fellowship

2014-01-01
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Esther Harold E. Edgerton Career Development Professorship

2013-01-01
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Young Investigator Award

2012-01-01
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Outstanding Teacher Award

2010-01-01
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Graduate Teaching Award

2005-01-01
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Manson Benedict Fellowship

2004-01-01