The Quantum Machines Unit seeks to develop hybrid quantum devices – where different types of quantum technologies are married together to build devices with unique functionality e.g. quantum sensors, quantum interfaces, probing the fundamentals of quantum mechanics, novel quantum computing architectures etc. The Unit is focused on developing experimental quantum technology based on the preparation of quantum states of motion using magnetic levitation of small objects in vacuum. Such levitated nanoparticles may prove useful for the investigation of macroscopic Schrodinger Cats – which are useful for precision sensing and probing the fundamental links between gravity and quantum mechanics.This Unit is headed by Prof Jason Twamley and will begin operation in OIST from mid-2020. The Unit will operate with close communications between the theory and experimental sub-teams and Postdoctoral Researchers will be given the opportunity to assist in the education and training of PhD students, Rotation students and Intern students.

Leader of the newly established Quantum Machines Unit. We will focused on developing quantum machines - useful devices - quantum sensors, interfaces, simulators and computers - that bring together disparate quantum technologies - and marrying them together to build a quantum machine. The QM Unit will focus on both theory and experiment where the latter studies the new paradigm of magneto-mechanical levitation of objects to develop quantum motional states of matter - eg. macroscopic quantum superpositions: Schrodinger Cats, for use as exquisite sensors and to study the interplay between quantum and gravity. We will be soon advertising exciting Postdoctoral and PhD opportunities.

Editor in the Topic Area of Quantum Physicshttp://www.nature.com/srep/index.html

Macquarie University has formed a new multidisciplinary research centre focused on developing science and technology (DSciTech), utilising diamond. Diamond is a quite unique material with uses ranging from the biomedical through to high power lasers, quantum sensors and high power electronics. DSciTech brings together researchers across departments and faculties within Macquarie University to build novel synergies and new types of multidisciplinary research using diamond.

As a Professor I do research and teach. I am a theoretical physicist and have a particular interest in the use of quantum mechanics to engineer new capabilities and functions. My research ranges from the quite applied to the quite abstract and covers topics ranging from using diamond for quantum information processing through to quantum error correction and the fascinating properties of the Riemann Zeta function.

The Macquarie University Research Centre in Quantum Science and Technology (QSCITECH: http://physics.mq.edu.au/research/quantum/) is a large multi-departmental, multidisciplinary research institute which aims to explore how quantum science can be better harnessed towards developing new technologies of the future. QSCITECH includes physicists, chemists, computer scientists, and engineers. QSCITECH operates a vibrant Distinguished Visiting Research Programme for senior faculty to visit for extended periods of time. In addition there are regular seminars, journal clubs, tutorials, and lectures.

Managing the Macquarie University Node of the Australian Research Council's Centre of Excellence in Engineered Quantum Systems (EQUS: www.equs.org ). This is a large multi-institutional research project funded by the Australian Government focused on developing new technologies from quantum science. The Macquarie University Node of EQUS is home to five scientists including both theory and experiment.

As Dean of Research and Graduate Studies for NUI Maynooth I had oversight of all the research and higher degree research students within the University. I gave support, leadership and strategy to help increase the research portfolio, reputation and capacity of the university.