Hi, I'm Luis 👋
Let's talk quantum.
I’m a big picture thinker. I like to explore quantum technologies to push the limits of what’s possible, both in theory and in the real world.
hey!
I love working on hard problems. I’m fascinated about quantum technologies and believe they will one day make a meaningful impact on the world by solving some of the hardest problems that directly impact our daily lives. My focus is on the quantum version of light—single photons, the tiniest building blocks of light.
Right now, I’m a junior researcher at QOIL, the Quantum Optics and Information Lab at Griffith University, where I work alongside a fantastic team on the next generation of single-photon technologies.
Beyond the lab, I want to make quantum science accessible to everyone. I’ve had the privilege of sharing this passion through public speaking and comedy, performing at events like the Brisbane Comedy Festival and (very soon!) the World Science Festival, combining science communication with humor.
As my career unfolds, I’m excited by the challenges that lie ahead, hoping that these experiences will help contribute to a future that’s as impactful as it is rewarding.
experience.
I’m working on quantum optics experiments that will help shape our future telecommunication networks. My research focuses on practical challenges in quantum communication, including signal amplification, noise mitigation, and the development of new photonic technologies. On a more academic side, I’m also exploring the foundations of quantum mechanics.
In a previous life, I spent some time as a data scientist/business analyst at HSBC. Financial data is all about uncovering hidden patterns: My main focus was on identifying and mitigating risks like money laundering, sanctions violations, and corruption, working closely with the Compliance, Fraud, and Anti-Money-Laundering teams.
education.
Jul 2021–Jan 2025
Ph.D in Physics
Griffith University
My thesis was titled “Quantum networking with ultrahigh-performance entangled photon sources.”
Some highlights from my PhD:
- I contributed to five research papers (with one published in Nature Communications), and was the main author on four of them.
- I was a finalist in Griffith Science’s 3 Minute Thesis competition in 2022.
- I served as the vice-president of GU’s OPTICA Student Chapter from 2021 to 2023.
Sep 2013–Jan 2019
B.Sc. in Physics (Honours)
National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)
I worked on a bunch of different things, from accelerator physics to environmental science, before discovering my passion for quantum optics while working with laser-cooled atoms.
Although my current work is a bit different, one thing has stayed the same: I like a good challenge!
projects.
Python
Photonic Circuit Simulator
A user-friendly, bottom-up framework for designing and validating realistic photonic quantum optics experiments.
Python
LabVIEW (not)
Hardware control suite for QOIL
Ditch LabVIEW and streamline your quantum optics experiments by automating equipment control with Python.
