Dr. Shohini Ghose wears many hats! She is Professor of Physics and Computer Science at Wilfrid Laurier University and Chief Technology Officer of the Quantum Algorithms Institute. Her research focuses on quantum superposition and entanglement, uncovering their applications in computing and information processing. Beyond her scientific achievements, Dr. Ghose is a champion for equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM. She serves as an NSERC Chair for Women in Science and Engineering and leads impactful programs as the Research and Programs Director of the Laurier Centre for Women in Science. In her award-winning book, Her Space, Her Time, Dr. Ghose brings to light the stories of pioneering women in physics and astronomy, inspiring readers with their remarkable journeys. In this interview, hosted by MSc student Gabby Gelinas, we explore how quantum computing is shaping our world and learn about Dr. Ghose's efforts to honor the trailblazers of the past while paving the way for future generations of women in physics.

• Mentor: Dr. Shohini Ghose, Professor of Physics and Computer Science at Wilfrid Laurier University and Chief Technology Officer of the Quantum Algorithms Institute. NSERC Chair for Women in Science and Engineering. Research and Programs Director of the Laurier Centre for Women in Science.
• Host: Gabby Gelinas, MSc student, University of British Columbia
• Edited and produced by: Becky Booth, PhD candidate, University of Calgary

The PAM Talks gratefully acknowledges support from the University of Calgary Graduate Student Association Quality Money grant program.

Space physics explores how the space environment impacts Earth’s upper atmosphere and magnetosphere, thriving on the teamwork of physicists, engineers, and computer scientists. In this episode, Dr. Emma Spanswick, Associate Professor of Space Physics at the University of Calgary, shares insights into her cross-disciplinary team and how their diverse expertise drives the pursuit of a deeper understanding of the space environment.

• Mentor: Dr. Emma Spanswick, Associate Professor, University of Calgary
• Host: Emma Garrison, MSc student, University of Calgary
• Editor: Anja Rabus, MSc student, University of Calgary
• Produced by: Ciara Chisholm, MSc student, University of Calgary

The PAM Talks gratefully acknowledges support from the University of Calgary Graduate Student Association Quality Money grant program.

At the beginning of the universe, equal amounts of matter and antimatter were created. But in the universe today, all we see is regular matter. So where did all the the antimatter go? This is one of the biggest questions in particle physics. In this interview with Abby Swadling, a masters student at the University of Calgary, we learn about an international effort to measure the Lamb Shift transition of antihydrogen using the facilities at CERN. This work aims to add to our understanding of the properties of antimatter, an important piece in the puzzle that is the missing antimatter problem.

• Mentor: Abby Swadling, MSc Student, University of Calgary
• Host and editor: Becky Booth, PhD Candidate, University of Calgary
• Produced by: Pooja Woosaree, PhD Candidate, University of Calgary

The PAM Talks gratefully acknowledges support from the University of Calgary Graduate Student Association Quality Money grant program.