About Me
I am a physicist specialising in quantum optics and quantum information at Singapore's premier research institution, A*STAR's Quantum Innovation Centre (Q.InC). With a PhD from the Australian National University, I bridge the gap between cutting-edge quantum research and practical technological applications.
Currently, I serve as a Scientist at A*STAR's Quantum Innovation Centre, where I lead groundbreaking research in squeezed light sources for quantum metrology, quantum computing and quantum communications while actively consulting for quantum technology startups. I bridge academic research and industry applications through strategic consulting, feasibility studies, and technology development for quantum startups. My work spans from fundamental quantum theory to the development of next-generation quantum communication systems.
As a member of Prof. Ping Koy Lam's renowned research group and affiliated with the Centre for Quantum Technologies at NUS, I contribute to Singapore's position at the forefront of the global quantum revolution. My research focuses on experimental quantum optics, quantum state manipulation, and the practical implementation of quantum technologies for real-world applications.
Experience
Scientist in Quantum Physics
Leading research in quantum optics and quantum information with focus on squeezed light sources for quantum metrology. Managing infrastructure development for quantum metrology lab, supervising PhD candidates and research engineers, and engaging with external stakeholders on grant proposals and technology translation.
Private Consultant
Providing strategic consulting for quantum technology startups, including feasibility studies on quantum key distribution systems, protocol feasibility analysis, hardware design, noise budgeting, and policy standardization for quantum technologies.
Education
PhD in Quantum Optics and Quantum Information
Thesis: "Experimental and theoretical investigation of quantum communication resources: A study on squeezing, entanglement and entropic accord"
Advisors: Dr. Jiri Janousek, Dr. Syed M Assad, Prof. Elanor Huntington, and Prof. Ping Koy Lam
Master of Science in Photonics (Five Year Integrated Programme)
Specialisation in Nonlinear optical materials and Whispering gallery mode heralded single photon sources under Prof. Frank Vollmer, University of Exeter, United Kingdom
Received Prof. Leggett Award (Five Year Integrated Programme topper) - CGPA: 9.33/10
Selected Publications
B. Shajilal, A. Tranter, O. Thearle, Y. Lu, E. Huntington, S. M. Assad, P. K. Lam, and J. Janousek
Optics Express. 2022 Oct 10; 30(21): 37213-23
B. Shajilal, L. O. Conlon, A. Walsh, S. Tserkis, J. Zhao, J. Janousek, P. K. Lam, S. M. Assad
Physical Review Applied 22.5 (2024): 054070
B. Shajilal, L. O. Conlon, A. Walsh, J. Zhao, J. Janousek, P. K. Lam, S. M. Assad
npj Quantum Information. 2024 Apr 4; 10(1): 35
G. Enzian, L. Freisem, J. J. Price, A.O. Svela, J. Clarke, B. Shajilal, J. Janousek, B. C. Buchler, P. K. Lam, M. R. Vanner
Physical Review Letters 127, 243601 (2021)
M. Sayat, B. Shajilal, S. P. Kish, S. M. Assad, T. Symul, P. K. Lam, N. Rattenbury, J. Cater
IEEE Transactions on Communications, doi: 10.1109/TCOMM.2024.3359295
J. Zhao, H. Jeng, L. O. Conlon, S. Tserkis, B. Shajilal, K. Liu, T. C. Ralph, S. M. Assad, P. K. Lam
Nature Communications. 2023 Aug 7; 14(1): 4745
O. Erkilic, L. O. Conlon, B. Shajilal, S. P. Kish, S. Tserkis, Y.S. Kim, P.K. Lam, S. M. Assad
npj Quantum Information, 2023 Mar 28; 9(1): 29
Recent Talks and Presentations
International Network in Space Quantum Technologies Workshop 2024
Mar. 20 – 22, 2024, Ahmedabad, India
The International Network in Space Quantum Technologies is led by the Department of Physics, University of Strathclyde and funded by the UK Engineering Physical Sciences and Engineering Council (EPSRC) and the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
Invited talk on "Continuous variable quantum communications: Resources, Gaussian Channel Simulation and Verification through Quantum
Metrology"
American Physical Society Annual March Meeting 2024
Mar. 03 - 08, 2024, Minneapolis, United States
American Physical Society March Meeting is a scientific research conference that brings together more than 13,000 physicists
Talk on "12.6 dB squeezed light at 1550 nm from a bow-tie cavity for long-term high duty cycle operation"
Institute of Physics Singapore Meeting 2023
Sep. 27 – 29, 2023, Singapore
Organized by the Institute of Physics Singapore, the meeting brings together active researchers in physical sciences across Singapore
Talk on "12.6 dB squeezed light at 1550 nm from a bow-tie cavity for long-term high duty cycle operation"
