Benjamin Shackleton



Novel Quantum Computing modalities using Geometric Quantisation of general K�hler Phase Spaces
What: My project aims to develop a precise mathematical framework for
quantum mechanics on curved spaces. In particular, it aims to construct a rigorous formulation of quantum dynamics on K¨ahler manifolds using tools from
modern differential geometry and geometric analysis.
How: To complete this project, I will use cutting edge tools from pure
mathematics, drawing from my experience in differential geometry and work
with Fields medalist Professor Sir Donaldson. Precisely, I intend to develop the
theory of geometric quantisation to produce a precise analogue of the Sch¨odinger
equation, which will allow for precise descriptions of the time evolution of quantum systems.
Why: As quantum computing is becoming an ever more accessible reality,
it is now more important than ever to have a robust understanding of the
mathematics which underpins it. Beyond clear theoretical applications, there
are immediate practical uses. For example, non-linear Gaussian Boson sampling
has the potential to streamline many industries, such as drug development and
environmental modeling.
