Christopher T. Altman

Applied Physics, Kavli Institute of Nanoscience, Delft University of Technology

Citizenship: USA

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Quantum information science and technology ; disruptive technologies ; High-performance computing, supercomputing ; accelerated training convergence in superposed quantum networks ; macroscopic superposition, entanglement and coherence in solid-state superconducting nanoelectronics ; adaptive quantum networks ; novel quantum devices

2004 - present
TU Delft, Kavli Institute of Nanoscience
Delft, The Netherlands
Graduate studies in applied physics, quantum information science and technology. Research foci include macroscopic quantum entanglement and coherence in solid-state superconducting nanoelectronics, flux qubits, adaptive quantum networks. Development of a novel, fault-tolerant quantum learning architecture at the intersection of algebraic quantum topology and neural networks. Experimental fieldwork in optical fabrication technology, metrology, microlens array research and coherent optics applications. Project-based research and consulting at QUIST/ATIP, Tokyo and FISBA Optik, Switzerland.

2003 - 2004
Asian Technology Information Program
Quantum Information Science and Technology Project
Tokyo, Japan

Postdoctoral-level assessment of advanced research initiatives in quantum information science and technology in Japan and East Asia; travels to leading national research centers in the region. QUIST Project mandate in coherent quantum information processing, quantum algorithms, cryptography, communications, metrology, imaging and holography, quantum game theory.

2001 - 2003
Universiteit van Amsterdam
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
International studies at ISHSS; Chairman, UNISCA INFOSEC; research studies in applied physics. Foci include Wheeler-Feynman absorber theory, macroscopic quantum coherence, solid-state superconducting nanoelectronics: quantum information processing, Josephson arrays, hybrid-technology multithreaded supercomputing architectures.

Summer 2001
Starlab NV/SA
Brussels, Belgium
Applied artificial intelligence research in neural networks and genetic algorithms. Co-creation of a novel neural network approach for implementation in field programmable gate array based evolutionary hardware. Assistance in design and functional specifications of a cellular automata-based evolutionary hardware platform, utilizing genetic algorithms to evolve a large-scale artificial neural network.

2000 - 2001
Pierre Laclede Honors College
Research Thesis in Artificial Intelligence
University of Missouri - St. Louis
Honors research project in artificial intelligence. Video teleconferencing collaboration with Starlab, Brussels. Design and evolution of genetic algorithm-based neural network modules in specialized, field-programmable gate array hardware. 

Accelerated training convergence in superposed quantum networks (NATO Advanced Research Workshop, Villa Cagnola, Italy) We developed a training framework for adaptive quantum networks which aims to simultaneously optimize topological and numerical structure. The protocol is unique in harnessing a coherent ensemble of discrete topological configurations of neural networks – each of which is formally merged into the appropriate linear state space via superposition. Training is carried out within this coherent state space, allowing for parallel revision of differing topological configurations at each step. The formalism provides quantitative, numerical indications for optimal reconfiguration of network topology. Candidate physical implementations for the model are drawn from recent developments in condensed matter physics and solid-state quantum information processing.

Superposed Adaptive Quantum Networks with Jaroslaw Pykacz and Roman Zapatrin (International Journal of Theoretical Physics 43, 10). We introduced a novel, fault-tolerant quantum learning architecture at the intersection of algebraic quantum topology and neural networks. Our model provides a rich source for development of a novel class of quantum algorithms in areas such as pattern recognition and associative processing. The distinguishing feature of the model lies in its ability to utilize coherent superposition of unique topological configurations of neural networks, with considerations for high-dimensional dissipative quantum systems in quantum computation and molecular biology.

Quantum Information Science and Technology Project (QUIST Project) at Asian Technology Information Program, Tokyo, with Tetsuo Satoh. We conducted a comprehensive postdoctoral level technical assessment of leading quantum information science and technology research programs in Japan and East Asia.

Faculty of Applied Sciences, Delft University of Technology

MSc, Applied Physics, in progress. Proposed thesis topic: " Coherent coupling, control and spectroscopy of Josephson junction qubits in the flux regime."  Vereniging voor Technische Physica, Delftsche Studenten Aeroclub, Quantum Information Science and Technology Project, ATIP/Tokyo, FISBA Optik

Pierre Laclede Honors College, University of Missouri-St. Louis

BA, Philosophy, with Honors. Research thesis in artificial intelligence: " Evolutionary Hardware-Based Neural Networks."  Recipient of AIEJ Japanese national Fulbright award. Pierre Laclede honors scholar, Center for International Studies, Japan-America Student Association

Quantum Information Science and Technology Project, Asian Technology Information Program
Chairman, UNISCA First Committee on Disarmament and International Security
Outstanding Young Alumni Award, University of Missouri-St. Louis
RSA Information Security Award for Outstanding Achievement
Reconnaissance Japan, Scholar, Japanese Fulbright program
Pierre Laclede Honors grant, Experimental Neuroscience
Association of International Education, Japan Scholar
Pierre Laclede Honors grant, Starlab NV/SA
Pierre Laclede Honors grant, US INFOSEC
Center for International Studies Scholar
Pierre Laclede Honors Scholar
National Access Award
Dean's List

2004     

Altman C, Pykacz J and Zapatrin R. "Superpositional Quantum Network Topologies,"
International Journal of Theoretical Physics Vol 43, No 10.

2004     

Kahaner D and Altman C. "Korean Quantum Information Research," Quantum Information Science and Technology Program, ATIP Tokyo.

2004     

Altman C. "Tokyo University of Science Quantum Algorithms Research," Quantum Information Science and Technology Program, ATIP Tokyo.

2004     

Satoh T and Altman C, ed. "Japanese National Research and Development Programs," Quantum Information Science and Technology Program, ATIP Tokyo.

2003     

Altman C. "RIKEN Quantum Dynamics Research," Quantum Information Science and Technology Program, ATIP Tokyo.

2003     

Altman C. "SOKENDAI Quantum Information Research," Quantum Information Science and Technology Program, ATIP Tokyo.

2003     

Altman C. "Quantum Circuit Complexity Research," Quantum Information Science and Technology Program, ATIP Tokyo.

2003     

Altman C. "International Conference on Quantum Information," Quantum Information Science and Technology Program, ATIP Tokyo.

2003     

Altman C. "Quantum State Engineering with the rf SQUID," NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Quantum Chaos, Como, Italy.

2002     

Altman C. "Converging Technologies: The Future of the Global Information Society," First Committee Chair Report to the UN General Assembly. UNISCA.

2002     

Altman C. "Directed Evolution in Silico," Towards a Science of Consciousness.
MIT Press.

2002     

Altman C. "Mathematics, Truth and Uncertainty," Towards a Science of Consciousness.
MIT Press.

2002    

Altman C. "United Nations Sustainable Futures: Eden Project," Buckminster Fuller Institute.

2006

The Best of Nanoscience: International Symposium for Hans Mooij
Kavli Institute of Nanoscience Delft, The Netherlands

2006

SPIE Defense and Security Applications of Quantum Information and Computation
Orlando, FL USA

2006

Towards a Science of Consciousness
Tucson, AZ USA

2005

EU New Computing Paradigms, Neural Nets, Quantum, Molecular & Biocomputing
UvA Amsterdam, The Netherlands

2005

UNESCO Physics for Tomorrow
UNESCO HQ et Le Sénat, Paris, France

2004

RSA INFOSEC, Information Security
Barcelona, Spain

2004

SPIE Defense and Security Applications of Quantum Information and Computation
Orlando, FL USA

2004

Towards a Science of Consciousness VI
Tucson, AZ USA

2004

Gordon Research Conference on Quantum Information Science
Ventura, CA USA

2003

Quantum Information Technology IX
NTT Tokyo, Japan

2003

International Conference on Quantum Information
Tokyo University of Science, Tokyo, Japan

2002

NATO Advanced Research Workshop on Quantum Chaos
Villa Olmo, Lake Como, Italy

2002

NSF Conference and Workshop on Coding Theory and Quantum Computing
UVa Charlottesville, VA USA

2002

UNISCA First Committee on Disarmament and International Security
UvA, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

2002

International Conference on High-Energy Physics XXXI
RAI Amsterdam, The Netherlands

2002

Towards a Science of Consciousness V
Tucson, AZ USA

2001

World Technology Summit
London, UK

2001

French Senate Hearing on the Future of Artificial Intelligence
Le Sénat, Paris, France

2001

US DOE Salishan Supercomputing Conference
Gleneden Beach, OR USA

2001

National Security Agency
Fort Meade, MD USA

Quantum information science and technology, solid-state quantum information processing, novel quantum devices ; Josephson junctions, high performance computing (HPC), rapid single flux quantum (RSFQ), nondestructive readout (NDRO), hybrid technology multithreaded (HTMT), Cascade ; Biological and molecular physics, neurodynamics, artificial intelligence ; Nonlinear dynamics, complex systems

International travel and affairs, linguistics; Gliding, soaring, aerospace, pilot; motorcycling, roadracing,
rock climbing, rappelling; Technical art and design, electronic music production and composition;
Proficient in several martial arts, kendo, shodan kyudo, judo, muay thai, kali, escrima, arnis

Fluent Japanese, intermediate Dutch, French