Dr. Erica Carlson

150th Anniversary Professor of Physics and Astronomy

Purdue University

A theoretical physicist who studies quantum materials and makes complex quantum physics feel accessible to everyone through her Quantum Age video series.

Prof. Sabre Kais

Goodnight Distinguished Chair in Quantum Computing

NC State University

A quantum computing and chemistry pioneer with 280+ publications who bridges chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer science to solve problems classical computers cannot.

Prof. Dana Vrajitoru

Associate Professor, Chair & Student Club Advisor - Computer Science & Informatics

Indiana University South Bend

A computer scientist specializing in genetic algorithms, neural networks, and AI - and the kind of mentor who shapes how students think about algorithms and complexity.

Prof. Ilan Levine

Professor of Physics and Astronomy

Indiana University South Bend

An experimental physicist at IU South Bend whose work spans dark matter searches, neutrino detection, astroparticle physics, and acoustic sensor development.