Ebrahim Karimi


Canada Research Chair in Structured Waves and Quantum Communication

Tier 1 - 2015-11-01
Renewed: 2020-11-01, 2024-04-01
University of Ottawa
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council

613-618-3717

Coming to Canada From

University of Napoli “Federico II,” Italy

Research involves

Designing and fabricating novel optical and plasmonic devices that can structure single photons and optical beams.

Research relevance

This research will lead to better ways to structure optical beams for applications such as quantum cryptography and quantum computations.

Research summary

Quantum communication, simulation and sensing are at the forefront of technological advancements. But these technologies require precise control over quantum states of light to transfer information securely and efficiently. As Canada Research Chair in Structured Waves and Quantum Communication, Dr. Ebrahim Karimi is using structured quantum waves to enhance these capabilities.

He and his research team are trying to design advanced liquid crystal and dielectric devices that can rapidly generate and accurately detect quantum states of light, improving both free-space and underwater quantum cryptographic channels. Additionally, these technologies will be used to simulate complex quantum systems, advancing our understanding of quantum interactions. The research will also explore the potential of structured quantum waves in satellite communications and other uncharted areas of quantum physics, with the ultimate goal of strengthening Canada’s secure network infrastructure. Karimi’s work promises to push the boundaries of quantum technologies in Canada and beyond.