About Me

I am a graduate student at the University of Maryland, specifically the Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science. I am fortunate to be advised by Andrew Childs.

My research addresses both the potential and limitations of quantum computers, primarily through the lens of theoretical computer science. I am especially interested in quantum query complexity, and its connections to algorithms and cryptography. A recent focus has been the quantum random oracle model, and more broadly the foundations of post-quantum cryptography.

I am also a scientific advisor at CipherLaw, a boutique intellectual property firm focused emerging computational technologies. If you are seeking patent or technical expertise related to quantum information or cryptography you can reach me at joseph@cipher.law.