Name: Dr. Chris Ferrie. Born: 1982. Chris is a physicist and author. He researches quantum physics, teachers, and writes science books. Fact 1: Chris researches and teaches about atoms, how they work, and how they can improve computers. Fact 2: Chri…

DR. CHRIS FERRIE
PHYSICIST AND AUTHOR

Have you ever wondered how computers are made? Dr. Chris Ferrie plays an essential role in the creation of special computers used in quantum physics. He is also dedicated to teaching scientific principles to students of all ages. 

Dr. Ferrie works at University of Technology Sydney in Australia teaching quantum physics, the study of how the particles that make up atoms behave, and computers. His research focuses on designing algorithms to create artificially intelligent quantum devices. These algorithms are based on the principles of machine learning (the technology which allows cars to drive themselves and search algorithms to complete your queries for you) coupled with the power of quantum computers. Dr. Ferrie also leads a team of students pursuing their own doctoral degrees!

When not at work, Ferrie writes children's books, the series being titled Baby University, about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Check out Quantum Physics for Babies, Rocket Science for Babies, and more! He co-authored several baby University books with STEM Trading Card STEMist Dr. Sarah Kaiser. 

Science Delivered recommends Optical Physics for Babies for explaining the behavior of light to elementary and middle school (even high school) students!

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