Dr. Edison Murairi
About Dr. Edison Murairi
Dr. Edison Murairi is a Research Assistant with a strong background in quantum computing and data science. He holds a PhD in Physics from The George Washington University and has contributed to the development of advanced quantum algorithms.
Work at The George Washington University
Dr. Edison Murairi has been employed as a Research Assistant at The George Washington University since 2021. His role involves conducting research in the field of physics, with a focus on quantum computing. He is actively engaged in projects that contribute to the university's research initiatives and collaborates with faculty and students to advance knowledge in this area.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Murairi holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics from The George Washington University, which he is expected to complete in 2024. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physics from New York University Abu Dhabi, graduating in 2020. Additionally, he holds a graduate certificate in data science, which complements his expertise in quantum computing.
Background
Dr. Murairi's academic journey began at the African Leadership Academy, where he studied Entrepreneurial Leadership from 2014 to 2016. He then attended New York University Abu Dhabi, where he completed his undergraduate studies in Physics. He also spent time as a Visiting Student at the University of Maryland, focusing on Physics, before pursuing his PhD.
Achievements in Quantum Computing
Dr. Murairi specializes in developing quantum algorithms that outperform classical computing methods. His contributions include the development of algorithms for observable measurements in variation quantum algorithms and stabilizer measurements in quantum error correcting codes. He has also developed an algorithm to compile efficient quantum circuits for Hamiltonian time evolution, which supports advancements in quantum computing techniques.
Previous Research Experience
Before his current position, Dr. Murairi worked as a Research Assistant at New York University from 2018 to 2021. He also had a brief tenure at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering in 2018. His experience includes participation in a project at NASA in 2019 and serving as a Visiting Researcher at Fermilab from 2022 to 2024.