Kent Ueno

My main interests lie in realizing quantum simulations of many-body dynamics to inform the development of practical quantum technologies. By capturing essential quantum behavior, quantum simulators can help narrow the search space for useful quantum phenomena in areas like chemical reaction landscapes and novel quantum materials, accelerating both understanding and application. Our team is developing a quantum simulator built from arrays of Rydberg atoms trapped in optical tweezers. I’m involved across the full stack of the experiment — from designing and building the setup to operating and characterizing the system — with the goal of performing programmable quantum simulations of many-body dynamics. Outside of research, I enjoy playing soccer, discussing films, baking, and spending time with cats. I’m just as happy to talk with you about the use-cases of quantum as I am to debate how AC Milan can get back to the top!