Alexandra Boltasseva

Alexandra Boltasseva, the Ron and Dotty Garvin Tonjes Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University, has been featured in the Quantum 100, a global list recognizing people who are helping advance quantum research, innovation, education, and community building. The Quantum 100 was released Dec. 17, 2025, as part of the UN-designated International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, a worldwide initiative celebrating the impact and future promise of quantum research. The list highlights individuals from around the world whose work is propelling quantum technologies forward across academia, industry, education, art, culture, journalism and policy.

“I’m honored to be included in the Quantum 100,” Boltasseva said. “This recognition reflects the creativity and dedication of the students, collaborators and colleagues I’m fortunate to work with, and the collective effort to both move quantum science toward real-world impact and build a “quantum-smart” society.”

Boltasseva is one of 10 members of the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) community named to the Quantum 100. CQE is a leading collaboration among universities, national laboratories and industry partners focused on advancing quantum research and technology. Boltasseva represents Purdue University among four CQE member institutions included on the list.

The Quantum 100 was selected from more than 400 submissions spanning five continents, with honorees chosen by members of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology steering committee and global coordination bureau. The selection committee includes representatives from leading universities, research institutions, scientific societies, governments and industry worldwide.

Described as “100 faces, 100 quantum stories,” the Quantum 100 aims to spotlight the diverse people and career paths shaping the future of quantum science. Honorees range from early-career researchers to established leaders and reflect the broad community working to translate quantum ideas into real-world impact.

Quantum science underpins many critical technologies, from advanced computing and secure communications to sensing, imaging and materials. As the field continues to grow, initiatives like the Quantum 100 seek to recognize not only technical breakthroughs but also the people and collaborations driving progress.

At Purdue, Boltasseva is widely recognized for her leadership and research contributions in electrical and computer engineering, as well as her role in advancing interdisciplinary quantum efforts. Her inclusion on the Quantum 100 highlights both her individual impact and Purdue’s broader engagement in the global quantum community.

More information about Boltasseva’s recognition can be found on the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology website: https://quantum2025.org/quantum-100/prof-alexandra-sasha-boltasseva/.