Learn Quantum Cryptography (#1 of 3 series): Codes and their cracking -- Meetup-Lite 20200824

Content level: 200 -- Event is for "Quantum Climbers" -- those who have started to learn about QC but not consider themselves "fluent" Speaker: Charles Clark, NIST Fellow, Joint Quantum Institute, National Institute of Standards and Technology This is a 3-part, simplified version of material presented in “Quantum Boot Camp,” the first course of the University of Maryland Quantum Information Specialization. Prerequisites: Algebra, trigonometry, probability. BIO: Physicist engaged in quantum computing and communication; dynamics of ultracold atoms; atomic, molecular and optical physics; laser cooling, trapping and control; neutron interferometry and detector development; extreme ultraviolet light; applications of synchrotron radiation. Specialties: Theoretical and computational studies of atomic, molecular, optical, and condensed matter physics. Management of diversified scientific research and technical services organizations in government and academia. Leadership at international level of professional scientific societies, meetings and journals. Writing and speaking to lay audiences on frontiers of physics research. Design, development and execution of massive open online courses. https://jqi.umd.edu/people/charles-clark Event artifacts, e.g. slides & recording (when available): http://quantum.harrisburg.tech/meetups/20200824/ For a current listing of quantum-related live online events--globally--visit http://live.quantumapalooza.com/ Sponsor: Harrisburg University of Science and Technology https://harrisburgU.edu/quantum email: quantum@HarrisburgU.edu