Quantum Diamond Sensors — Best of Both Worlds

Abstract

The nitrogen–vacancy (NV) quantum defect in diamond is a leading modality for magnetic, electrical, temperature, and pressure sensing with high spatial resolution and wide field-of-view, operating under both ambient and extreme conditions. This quantum sensing technology has diverse applications across the physical and life sciences — from probing magnetic materials and electronic systems to biomedical diagnostics. I will provide an overview of quantum diamond sensors and their many applications.

Speaker Bio

Prof. Ronald Walsworth is the Director of the Quantum Technology Center and a Minta Martin Professor of Physics and of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Maryland. He leads an interdisciplinary research group with a focus on developing quantum sensing tools and applying them to problems in both the physical and life sciences. He has co-founded several technology companies, including Hyperfine, which produces portable, low-field MRI machines; and Quantum Catalyzer.