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Physics Department at Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh, UK.
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Congratulations to our #quantum #physicist Mehul Malik for being elected a Fellow of global society #Optica in recognition of his outstanding contribution to advancing #optics and #photonics. 👏💫

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Heriot-Watt physicist Mehul Malik is honoured with prestigious Optica Fellowship
Heriot-Watt quantum physicist Mehul Malik has been elected a Fellow of global society Optica in recognition of his outstanding contribution to advancing optics and photonics.
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February 3, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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Scientists have developed a detection system that could vastly improve the accuracy of human facial and activity recognition at long distances and through obstructions like fog, smoke or camouflage.

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3D imaging breakthrough could mean step change for security and defence applications
A new detection system that could vastly improve the accuracy of human facial and activity recognition at long distances has been developed by scientists at Heriot-Watt University.
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February 7, 2025 at 11:21 AM
We are pleased to announce the launch of our new MSc in Quantum Technologies at Heriot-Watt University's Edinburgh campus.
www.hw.ac.uk/study/postgr...
MSc Quantum Technologies
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January 7, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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Two new quantum technology CDTs led/based in Scotland now open for applications - please spread the word:

Applied Quantum Technologies (all areas of quantum tech:
www.aqt.ac.uk

Quantum Informatics (computation and communications):
www.quantuminformatics-cdt.ac.uk
The Centre for Doctoral Training in Applied Quantum Technologies addresses the national need to train cohorts of future quantum scientists and engineers for this emerging industry. The training program is a partnership between the University of Strathclyde, the University of Glasgow and Heriot-Watt University, in collaboration with more than 30 UK industry partners, with the first cohort of students due to start in 2025.
www.aqt.ac.uk
November 18, 2024 at 11:01 AM
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"If quantum researchers are serious about bringing these technologies to the real world, they should be prepared to keep fighting for them." Katherine Skipper reports on the UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase.
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Quantum showcase sets out next decade of UK quantum – Physics World
The UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase set out a bold ambition for the sector. Katherine Skipper asks whether the science is ready to deliver.
physicsworld.com
November 15, 2024 at 2:57 PM
Hello Bluesky!

Things seem much calmer over here compared to The Other Place, and we look forward to rebuilding our community!
November 15, 2024 at 1:33 PM