Simone Gasparinetti, Associate Professor at Chalmers University of Technology, has been awarded the Nagel Prize in Physics “for outstanding advances in fundamental and applied quantum technology, particularly contributions to the development of microwave photon detection achieving near-perfect efficiency, paving the way for new quantum network protocols.”
Simone Gasparinetti has made several groundbreaking contributions to emerging areas of quantum physics. His research spans quantum thermodynamics, information processing, and new methods for extremely sensitive detection.
One of his major achievements is the development of highly efficient photodetectors operating in the microwave range. These enable precise control and readout of quantum states using a microwave resonator – an essential building block for future quantum technologies.
The Nagel Prize is awarded by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences to early-career researchers in physics or chemistry. The prize is given annually to two recipients, each receiving both a personal award and research funding.
