Ekta Bhatia

Research Interests

• Superconducting Quantum Computing
• Superconducting Spintronics
• Surface Engineering for Quantum Devices
• Josephson Junctions

Research Philosophy
My research philosophy is driven by a curiosity about fundamental scientific questions and their application to technological advancements through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. Positioned at the confluence of materials science, nanotechnology and quantum physics, my approach involves leveraging advanced fabrication processes to enhance the scalability and performance of quantum computing devices. These efforts are focused on moving beyond the Noisy, Intermediate-Scale Quantum era to more viable real-world applications. I aim to establish a well-defined Superconducting Quantum Process Design Kit (SQPDK), which will facilitate the faithful fabrication of quantum circuits within a true "quantum foundry" model.

Current Projects

• NORDTECH project: Improved Materials for Superconducting qubits with Scalable Fabrication
• DOE project: Advance superconducting integration process enabling sustainable hardware for AI and quantum computing
• DOD-AFOSR MQC project: Multi-scale probes of correlation and causation in silicon
• C2QA project: Novel superconducting materials, surfaces, and interfaces for high-performance quantum devices
• Heterogeneous Quantum Networking
• MIP project: Developing aluminium based Josephson junctions at 300 mm scale
• Designing a NYCQ01 reticle with transmon qubits, lumped-element resonators, SNSPDs, CPW, SQUID, and neuron circuit
• Looking for two level system defects in Silicon substrates