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NIU Physics Professor Andreas Glatz is working to meet the demands of an ongoing technological revolutionone that requires a keen understanding of the quantum world, where the normal rules of physics and nature fly out the window.

In the quantum or subatomic realm, electrons are particlesand waves. A subatomic particle can be both here and theresimultaneously. Two particles that are far apart can instantly interact with each othersomething Einstein called spooky actions at a distance.

In this otherworldly world, Glatz applies a unique combination of skills acquired in his training in the most advanced methods of modern theoretical physics. As both a theorist and computational scientist, he develops pioneering high-performance-computing methodologies and models requiring complex algorithms to simulate the subatomic-level interactions and phases of matter, such as liquid to solid, or superconductivity.

As a result, Professor Glatz expands our understanding of the fundamental properties of matter, paving the way for development of new materials, devices and areas of research.

Recognizing his past achievements and future promise, NIU has awarded Glatz with the 2023 Presidential Research, Scholarship and Artistry Professorship.

The professorship is NIUs top recognition for outstanding research or artistry. It has been given out annually since 1982 to select faculty in recognition and support of NIUs research and artistic mission. Award winners receive special financial support of their research for four years, after which they carry the title ofDistinguished Research Professor.

Glatz, who holds a joint appointment with the U.S. Department of Energys Argonne National Laboratory, is internationally renowned for his work in superconductivity, computational physics and condensed-matter physicsall areas that involve keen knowledge of the quantum realm.

Andreas talent to solve sophisticated problems in theoretical physics utilizing state-of-the-art computational and analytical methods are exceptional., says Wai-Kwong Kwok, a senior scientist at Argonne. His research has driven several new approaches to elucidate and to enhance the applicability of superconductors, and his new foray into soft condensed matter physics has already led to new concepts that will impact current and future research in this area.

Professor Glatz, who has directed five Ph.D. dissertations, frequently involves post-doctoral and graduate students from NIU and other universities in his research. He has authored nearly 100 scientific papers, published in prestigious scientific journals. He also has been a principal or co-principal investigator on grants totaling nearly $20 million.

In recent years, his unique skillset has allowed Glatz to turn his attention to quantum information science and its applications.

Scientific understanding of the rules of quantum mechanicsthe fundamental theory in physics describing the behavior of microscopic particlesenabled the invention of transistors which are the building blocks of modern (binary) computers. That was the first quantum revolution. Now scientists say were in the midst of a second that will allow scientists to control the quantum state of matter which further has enabled the development of novel technologies such as quantum computing devices.

Using his expertise in modelling and simulation, Glatz is actively using quantum computers to solve problems in quantum physics.

Currently, we are in the middle of a worldwide second quantum revolution, which promises the exploitation of quantum mechanics to create the next generation of computers, sensors and devices, says NIU Omar Chmaissem, a distinguished research professor of physics. Dr. Glatzs expertise poises him to become one of the leaders in this imminent second quantum revolution.

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