QUROPE Quantum Information Processing and Communication in Europe

We are happy to announce that, by decision of the QUIE2T Advisory Board of Experts and upon approval by the QUIE2T Coordination Steering committee, the

2011 European Quantum Information Young Investigator Award

has been awarded jointly to

Dr. Ronald Hanson

For his experimental work on the coherent control and measurements of single spins in solids, and his proven leadership and independence through the successful establishment of his own research group;

and to

Dr. Stefano Pironio

For his theoretical contributions to the study of quantum correlations and quantum communications, concerning in particular device-independent quantum cryptography.

The Award, consisting of a diploma and 4000€ will be presented at the QIPC conference in Zürich, September 5-9, 2011.

On behalf of the QUIE2T Coordination Steering Committee, we extend our congratulations and best wishes!