Phil Kaye embodies the interdisciplinary nature of quantum research. Before earning his doctorate in Computer Science at IQC in 2007, Kaye completed his undergraduate degree in Systems Design Engineering, followed by a Master’s in Mathematics. He credits his education at IQC for giving him the scientific background and strong professional network to be able to bring an expert perspective to his career.
Through Kaye’s career he has helped shape the policies that have allowed IQC and Canadian universities to remain at the forefront of quantum information processing. Kaye published a textbook with Raymond Laflamme and Michele Mosca, contributed to the founding of the Quantum Industry Canada consortium, and played an instrumental role in developing the National Quantum Strategy for Canada.
In his current role with the National Research Council Kaye leads the Applied Quantum Computing Challenge program. It’s the first Challenge program dedicated to applied quantum computing. The program supports applied quantum applications and software with grants and funding contributions.
“The impact of my work is in supporting the ecosystem through program development, stakeholder engagement, and supporting a range of Government of Canada quantum initiatives,” said Kaye. “My years at IQC also allowed me to build a strong network of professional relationships with leaders in Canada’s quantum community, and these connections are very important to my current work.”