Interviews

The stories of women and gender minorities in quantum science deserve to be seen: They might inspire others to embark on their own journey into the quantum world. That’s why we regularly publish interviews with female quantum physicists, in which they talk about their passion for science, what sparked their curiosity and their experiences with gender and other social factors.

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2025: Social Media Campaign #SpotlightOnWomenInQuantum

In 2025, we started a Social Media Campaign called #SpotlightOnWomenInQuantum: In order celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11 February, an initiative by the United Nations and UNESCO, we publish an interview with an inspiring female quantum scientist every 11th of the month. This way, we do a countdown until February 11 2026.

The interviews you'll find in this section are also shared on our Instagram channel and on LinkedIn.

 

From laser-cooled atoms to coral cells: Prof. Síle Nic Chormaic shows how physics connects different fields and explains why inclusion is key for innovation.

Prof. Tanja Mehlstäubler measures time with unmatched precision and discusses how physics has opened up a world of endless possibilities for her.

Prof. Christiane Koch explores ultracold molecules and quantum information, showing how teamwork, curiosity and diversity enrich science.

Diversity definitely adds value. We met Prof. Anna Sanpera, one of the corresponding authors of the Women for Quantum - Manifesto of Values

Pushing borders: Christine Silberhorn, physicist in integrated quantum optics, Paderborn University

Feeling like child in a sandbox: Jelena Vučković, physicist in experimental quantum optics and photonics, Stanford University

Understanding the world: Ana Maria Rey, theoretical physicist specializing in ultracold atoms and light, University of Colorado

“I am proud of myself and my work.” Judi Parvizinejad, experimental physicist at Leibniz University Hannover