Nadya Mason
Professor | Quantum Computing & Nanotechnology
About
Nadya Mason is a Professor of Physics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she leads a research group exploring quantum materials and nanotechnology. Her groundbreaking work on the behavior of superconductors and topological insulators has been published in prestigious journals like Science and Nature.
Mason's TED talk on the future of quantum computing has reached over 1 million views, making complex scientific concepts accessible to wide audiences. Her keynotes offer a glimpse into how emerging quantum technologies will revolutionize computing, communication, and material science.
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How to spark your curiosity, scientifically
Curious how stuff works? Do a hands-on experiment at home, says physicist Nadya Mason. She shows how you can demystify the world around you by tapping into your scientific curiosity -- and performs a few onstage experiments of her own using magnets, dollar bills, dry ice and more.
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