Home Institution: University of Montana
Research Project: Quantum Computing with Trapped Ions
UW Mentor(s): Boris Blinov

Q: What are your physics/science interests?
Most areas of physics are fascinating and I wish I had more time to master them all. But I think quantum computing is one of the most fascinating because of how it could change the realm of algorithms, cybersecurity, and computing in general. My other interests include optimization, game theory, neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and cryptography.

Q: What are your other interests?
I love reading and playing video games. I also enjoy hanging out with my friends, as well as just doing nothing sometimes.

Q: What would you like to do after college?
Grad school is the plan, after that, I'm not sure.

Q: Tell us one strange but interesting fact about yourself.
I know how to bellydance.

Q: What first sparked your interest in Physics?
I took this relativity course my freshman year in college and it was fantastic.

Q: If you could have any pet what would it be?
Red panda!

Q: If you had a free month and unlimited funds, how would you spend your time?
First I would probably invest some of the money so that I could get interest and partially live off that for the rest of my life. Then I would travel the world with friends, and do as many things as I can that would fit into a month.

Q: If you could get a grant to study anything what would it be?
Probably a grant for a robot with artificial intelligence.