Robert Calderbank

Robert Calderbank is the Charles S. Sydnor Distinguished Professor of Computer Science at Duke University's Department of Electrical Engineering. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Quantum Computing, and Theory. He joined Duke in 2010 and has been involved in various leadership roles, including serving as Dean of Natural Sciences and Interim Director of the Duke Initiative in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. His work includes developing technologies for wireless communication and quantum error correction, as well as collaborations with the Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development. Calderbank has contributed to numerous wireless standards and has received several awards, including the 2013 IEEE Hamming Medal and the 2015 Shannon Award.