We are excited to invite nominations for the 2025 Duncan Steel Thesis Prize, which recognizes exceptional doctoral research in quantum science and technology. This award celebrates outstanding contributions to the field. The recipient will receive a $1,000 cash prize and an invitation to present their award-winning research at the annual QRI meeting in the summer of 2025.

Eligibility

Open to U-M PhD students and alumni who have completed and submitted their dissertation between January 1, 2024, and April 30, 2025.

Nominations are welcome from all disciplines as long as the research is related to quantum science and technology.

Candidates may be nominated by their thesis advisors, committee members, or through self-nomination. Neither the nominator nor the nominee is required to be affiliated with QRI.

Nomination Requirements

A complete nomination must include:

1. Nomination Letter (max 2 pages): Describing the significance and impact of the dissertation.
2. Two Letters of Recommendation (max 2 pages each): Addressing the dissertation’s contribution to the broad field of quantum science and technology. Letters must be sent directly by the recommenders to the prize Committee Chair, Professor Yuki Kobayashi at [email protected].
3. PDF Copy of the Dissertation
4. Current CV

Submission Deadline

All materials must be submitted by April 30, 2025.

For any questions, please contact Professor Yuki Kobayashi at [email protected].

We look forward to recognizing and celebrating groundbreaking research in quantum science and technology!