Mathematical Physicist Dr. Berihu Teklu Gebrehiwot Specializes in Quantum Information, Measurement, and Next-Generation Computation
Khalifa University faculty member Dr. Berihu Teklu Gebrehiwot, Assistant Professor, Mathematics, has been appointed to the Advisory Board of APL Quantum, a prestigious international journal in the field of quantum physics, published by the American Institute of Physics (AIP).聽
A Mathematical Physicist, Dr. Gebrehiwot, specializes in quantum information, metrology and sensing, computation, and open quantum systems. His contributions include advancing estimation, entanglement, and communication methods, which form the foundation for emerging quantum technologies.聽
In his new role, he will help guide the journal鈥檚 editorial direction, review submissions, and identify promising research areas, while highlighting contributions from the region.
At Khalifa University, Dr. Gebrehiwot鈥檚 work addresses challenges in advanced mathematical concepts such as state estimation, entanglement generation, and precision sensing, with applications that could enable the next generation of innovative technologies. His recent projects include developing new approaches to measurement and exploring novel optical and sensing systems under the Center for Cyber-Physical Systems (C2PS).
His research has appeared in journals such as npj Quantum Information, Physical Review families, IEEE Transactions on Quantum Engineering, and Scientific Reports. He also authored a feature article in Physics Magazine (APS) titled 鈥�.鈥�
Dr. Gebrehiwot is currently collaborating with researchers at the University of Milan and the University of Modena. A member of the American Physical Society (APS), he also serves as a reviewer for leading journals such as Physical Review Letters and New Journal of Physics and has been awarded the 鈥業OP (Institute of Physics, UK) Trusted Reviewer鈥� status for his peer-review excellence.
Before joining Khalifa University鈥檚 Department of Mathematics, Dr. Gebrehiwot held postdoctoral positions at the University of Milan, the University of Blaise Pascal (France), and the C2PS at Khalifa University.
Dr. Berihu said: 鈥淭his recognition is not only a personal honor but also an acknowledgment of Khalifa University鈥檚 growing visibility in the global research community. Serving on the advisory board of a respected journal such as APL Quantum offers an opportunity to help shape the direction of research in one of the most dynamic fields of science today. I look forward to contributing to the advancement of quantum physics, while also showcasing the important role Khalifa University and the UAE are playing in scientific discovery.鈥澛犅�
Alisha Roy
Science Writer
