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  • ECE Seminar: Integrated Quantum Photonics: Engineering Entanglement for Quantum Computing, Networking, and Sensing

    ECE Seminar: Integrated Quantum Photonics: Engineering Entanglement for Quantum Computing, Networking, and Sensing

    Tue, Mar 25, 2025 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

    Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars


    Speaker: Dr. Galan Moody, Associate Professor, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of California Santa Barbara

    Talk Title: Integrated Quantum Photonics: Engineering Entanglement for Quantum Computing, Networking, and Sensing

    Abstract: Integrated photonics is revolutionizing how we generate, manipulate, and transmit quantum information. While the scalability and manufacturability of silicon photonics has been a driver of many quantum photonic technologies over the past two decades, future progress will require hybrid and heterogeneous integration strategies that can take advantage of different materials. In this presentation, I’ll focus on AlGaAs and InGaP—two III-V semiconductor platforms that combine mature fabrication, a direct bandgap for electrical injection, low-loss operation, and large optical nonlinearities for efficient quantum light generation and conversion. After a brief introduction to the field, I’ll discuss how we fabricate III-V photonic devices at wafer-scale, which we have utilized for high-rate entangled-photon pair generation and squeezing with performance that rivals bulk optics but with orders-of-magnitude smaller footprint and power requirements. I’ll highlight some emerging applications, including: (1) multiplexing arrays of quantum sources for reconfigurable multi-user quantum networking, cryptography, and clock synchronization, (2) development and integration of tunable chip-scale lasers for turnkey and compact quantum modules, and (3) chip-scale squeezed microcombs for quantum-enhanced detectors and sensors. Throughout the talk, I’ll discuss exciting future directions envisioned for engineering quantum photonic systems in the next 5-10 years.

    Biography: Galan Moody is an Associate Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of California Santa Barbara. Prior to this, he was a Research Scientist (2015-2019) at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Boulder, Colorado, and a National Research Council postdoctoral fellow at NIST (2013-2015). He received a PhD in Physics (2013) and a BSc in Engineering Physics (2008) from the University of Colorado Boulder. He is a recipient of a US Air Force Young Investigator Program award (2020), an NSF CAREER award (2021), an ACS Rising Star in Photonics Award (2024), and the UCSB College of Engineering outstanding faculty award (2024). He serves as a thrust co-lead and on the executive committee for UCSB’s NSF Quantum Foundry, chairs program committees for several conferences including FiOLS and CLEO, and he is on the editorial board for PRX Quantum and IOP’s Journal of Physics: Photonics.

    Host: Dr. Michelle Povinelli, povinell@usc.edu

    Webcast: https://usc.zoom.us/j/99201515535?pwd=JMsy7VGL8V3MlksSlLid9h4ttXJlXi.1

    Location: Hughes Aircraft Electrical Engineering Center (EEB) - 132

    WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/99201515535?pwd=JMsy7VGL8V3MlksSlLid9h4ttXJlXi.1

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Mayumi Thrasher


    This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

  • Viterbi - Resume & Cover Letter 1.0: What Recruiters Look For (VIRTUAL)

    Tue, Mar 25, 2025 @ 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Please register through Handshake. This event is for Viterbi engineering majors only. Non-Viterbi students will not be admitted.
    Wondering how to write a strong resume? Join Viterbi Career Connections for "Resume & Cover Letter 1.0: What Recruiters Look For," an introductory workshop designed to help you get started on crafting an effective resume and cover letter to ensure you stand out by reflecting on your greatest strengths, skills, and accomplishments. Find out what employers look for, review tips and samples, and explore different resume formats. Have your resume draft ready to take notes and make modifications in real-time!
    In this informative session, you will:

    Understand the fundamental components of a resume and cover letter, including formatting, structure, and content.
    Identify key elements recruiters look for in resumes and cover letters.
    Learn how to structure and write a cover letter that effectively introduces yourself and complements your resume.
    Understand the best practices for formatting and structuring your documents to ensure they are Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and AI-friendly.
    Learn how AI comes into play and how to utilize it effectively.
    Walk away with the next steps to make your resume application-ready.

    Location: Ronald Tutor Hall of Engineering (RTH) - Virtual Event

    Audiences: All Viterbi

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

    Event Link: https://usc.joinhandshake.com/


    This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

  • Viterbi - Resume 2.0: How to Turn Applications into Interviews (VIRTUAL)

    Tue, Mar 25, 2025 @ 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Please register through Handshake. This event is for Viterbi engineering students only. Non-Viterbi students will not be admitted. 
    Wondering what resumes get picked for interviews? Join Viterbi Career Connections for "Resume 2.0: How to Turn Applications into Interviews," a workshop designed to provide you with strategies and techniques to make your resume stand out. By the end of the session, you should feel more confident in creating a resume that captures recruiters' attention and conveys your qualifications for the positions you are applying for. 
    In this informative and interactive session, you will:

    Understand the importance of tailoring your resume and cover letter to specific job descriptions and how this directly impacts interview invitations.
    Learn how to write a cover letter highlighting your suitability for the position.
    Understand the importance of how to align your skills and experiences with the job description.
    Learn how AI comes into play and how you can utilize it effectively.
    Identify and incorporate industry-specific keywords that will help your resume get noticed.
    Gain insights into what makes an application stand out versus what can detract from your candidacy.

    Location: Virtual Event

    Audiences: All Viterbi

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

    Event Link: https://usc.joinhandshake.com/


    This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

  • Epstein Institute, ISE 651 Seminar Class

    Epstein Institute, ISE 651 Seminar Class

    Tue, Mar 25, 2025 @ 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM

    Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering

    Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars


    Speaker: **CANCELLED**, **CANCELLED**

    Abstract: CLASS IS CANCELLED TODAY 3.25.25

    Biography: CLASS IS CANCELLED TODAY 3.25.25

    Host: Dr. Qiang Huang

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    Location: Ethel Percy Andrus Gerontology Center (GER) - 206

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Casi Jones/ ISE


    This event is open to all eligible individuals. USC Viterbi operates all of its activities consistent with the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.