"We have developed atom-sized quantum sensors in diamonds with unprecedented sensing capabilities. This will unlock next-generation applications for industrial clients this year."

What is your role in QuantumDiamonds?

During my PhD in Dominik's laboratories, I spent the bulk of my time designing, building and using experiments using diamond-based quantum sensors. The hardware and software skills I acquired during this time make me an ideal candidate for the technical lead at QuantumDiamonds. Here I will be responsible for industrial partnerships and in-house development.

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You worked with NV centers in diamond that can have various applications. What exactly were you researching?

The big advantage of NV-centers is their incredible spatial resolution. In our laboratory we used a technique for the detection of chemicals in a solution, called nuclear magnetic resonance. With NV-centers much smaller volumes can be proved, than with conventional devices. I in particular worked towards a highly resolved MRI device. This might enable MRI images of single cells, similar to the ones we all are used to from Hospitals.

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Apart from healthcare applications, where do you see the biggest use case of NV-centers in a couple years?

I really think the semiconductor industry could benefit greatly from NV-centers. The imaging of currents on integrated devices looks very promising. There is a clear improvement compared to established technologies and the potential benefits in this multi-billion dollar industry are huge.

In general, I would also not underestimate the general scientific market. NV-centers have started to become a tool, not something that is researched itself. Commercial devices are already available and will improve rapidly. The insights this will generate in the many diverse fields in which NV-centers are used could be revolutionary.

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What do you like about working at QuantumDiamonds?

The team! As technical lead it is quite obvious that I am passionate about the technology, but working with my co-founders is truly great. Already during my PhD I got to know and love working with Kristina, Dominik and Robin, and Kevin is a perfect fit. All of them are motivated and well-spirited people who make working with them a joy.