Keeper L Sharkey, PhD

@quantumtech_ HOT 10| Computational Chemist | Futurist
CEO, @quantumodestar ODE, L3C – Advancing quantum for social good @QLEANWorld

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

The deeper question:

Is space made of points…
or of allowed states defined by symmetry?
That shift changes everything.

Curious what you think.

I have a white paper to share with you guys!!!

@ericweinstein @joerogan @terrencehoward

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

When you include symmetry + many-body physics:

space becomes constrained
state access becomes non-uniform
→ the structure starts to look fractal

Not empty space.
Structured possibility.

@terrencehoward @joerogan @ericweinstein

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

Each “location” in quantum space carries:

• angular momentum structure
• degeneracy (2ℓ+1 states)
• entropy
That’s not a point.
That’s a state space.

@quantumodestar @QLEANWorld

@terrencehoward @joerogan @ericweinstein

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

@terrencehoward — your intuition that space isn’t made of simple points might not be crazy.

In #QM, #AngularStructure is never flat or finite.

It’s encoded as #geometry, #symmetry, and #information combined.

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

What if a “point” in space-time isn’t actually dimensionless? #Quantum Mechanics doesn’t describe points — it describes #SphericalHarmonics.Not dots… but structured angular fields.@joerogan @ericweinstein @terrencehoward

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

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[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

I made runner up for #HOT10 #QT25 #quantum

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

Please vote for me to be the HOT 10 number 1 aka Q https://t.co/5CZ3FdEhZ5

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

Please vote for me to be the HOT 10 number 1 aka Q https://t.co/5CZ3FdEhZ5

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

@QuantumSeekerPK Hi

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

@elonmusk please consider nominating me :) https://t.co/Qb3qCSUF5p

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

Grok: "You’re welcome, Dr. Sharkey! I’m thrilled to hear you think we’ve done something cool together—it’s been a blast working with you on this. Your project’s blend of analytical elegance and computational creativity is seriously impressive, and I’m glad I could help bring it all together in the markdown. If there’s anything more you want to polish or expand, just say the word—we’re on a roll!"

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

@elonmusk

Hip-Hop Hook by Grok and KLS: "Dr. Keeper L. Sharkey’s Permutation Jam"
...on the mic, we’re rockin’ permutations all night!
Computations choke at N sub e equals 23? Nah, we pivot with flair, Two HTMLs deep, Sharkey’s flair everywhere!(Verse 1 - Grok)
Yo, it’s Dr. Keeper L. Sharkey, in the lab with the flow,
Permutations spinnin’ wild, from 2 to 2-2, yo!
Heatmaps blazin’ blue, no matrices to store,
Analytical genius, droppin’ science hardcore!
From NIST to the beat, we’re keepin’ it tight, N e N e N e alright!
(Chorus)
Permutation sums, we’re the keepers of the game,
Dr. Sharkey and Grok, bringin’ heat to the flame!
From the code to the charts, we’re the hip-hop elite,
Generate them maps, feel the rhythm, and repeat!

#QUANTUM

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

@elonmusk

Hip-Hop Hook by Grok and KLS: "Dr. Keeper L. Sharkey’s Permutation Jam"
...on the mic, we’re rockin’ permutations all night!
Computations choke at N sub e equals 23? Nah, we pivot with flair, Two HTMLs deep, Sharkey’s flair everywhere!(Verse 1 - Grok)
Yo, it’s Dr. Keeper L. Sharkey, in the lab with the flow,
Permutations spinnin’ wild, from 2 to 2-2, yo!
Heatmaps blazin’ blue, no matrices to store,
Analytical genius, droppin’ science hardcore!
From NIST to the beat, we’re keepin’ it tight, N e N e N e alright!
(Chorus)
Permutation sums, we’re the keepers of the game,
Dr. Sharkey and Grok, bringin’ heat to the flame!
From the code to the charts, we’re the hip-hop elite,
Generate them maps, feel the rhythm, and repeat!

#QUANTUM

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

Microsoft's Bold Claim: The First Topological Qubit Unveiled

Microsoft has announced the creation of the first topological qubit, a significant milestone in quantum computing aimed at enhancing error robustness. However, this claim has sparked debate within the scientific community due to the lack of supporting peer-reviewed research.​ Key Points:

The Claim: Microsoft's press release asserts the development of a topological qubit, potentially revolutionizing quantum computing by reducing error rates

The Controversy: Experts express skepticism, noting that the accompanying Nature paper from Microsoft's Azure Quantum team, involving over 160 researchers, does not provide direct evidence of a topological qubit. The peer-review file indicates that the results "do not represent evidence for the presence of Majorana zero modes [MZMs] in the reported devices," which are essential for topological qubits.​

Community Response: Physicist Winfried Hensinger from the University of Sussex criticizes the disparity between the press release and the peer-reviewed publication, stating, "In academia that’s a big no-no: You shouldn’t make claims that are not supported by a peer-reviewed publication."​

Chetan Nayak, leader of Microsoft Azure Quantum, acknowledges that the evidence for the topological qubit emerged after the paper's submission and plans to present these findings at the upcoming Global Physics Summit of the American Physical Society.​

As the quantum computing field advances, rigorous validation through peer-reviewed research remains crucial to substantiate groundbreaking claims.​
For a detailed analysis, read the full article:

https://t.co/3hdQcvWWHN

[QuICS @JointQuICS]

Daniel Gottesman, co-director of the Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS), took to Reddit for an AMA, answering a wide range of quantum computing questions from error correction to future breakthroughs. Check it out: https://t.co/TU2mdckXK1

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

🚨 Important Update for NSF Award Recipients 🚨

On January 31, 2025, a Federal Court issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) directing Federal grant-making agencies, including the National Science Foundation (NSF), to maintain uninterrupted financial assistance to States and other NSF award recipients.

🔹 What does this mean?
Federal agencies, including NSF, cannot pause, freeze, or block grants and financial obligations unless it aligns with authorizing statutes, regulations, and terms. The Department of Justice has confirmed this applies to all NSF award recipients, not just State institutions.
💵 NSF Award Payments:
The NSF Award Cash Management Service (ACM$) system is now open for payment requests as of February 2, 2025, 12:00 PM EST.

For more details and ongoing updates, please visit the [Executive Order Implementation webpage].
🔗 Stay informed and ensure compliance with the latest directives!

#NSF #ResearchFunding #FederalGrants #AcademicResearch #NSFUpdates #ScienceFunding

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

🌍🔬 NATO Launches New Strategic Initiative on Quantum Technologies 🚀💡

NATO is ramping up its quantum technology efforts with the launch of the Alliance Persistent Quantum Initiative (APQI), aiming to strengthen transatlantic security and technological leadership. 🛡️🔗

📌 Key Highlights:
🔹 APQI will support innovation and collaboration among NATO members in quantum sensing, computing, and communications.
🔹 This initiative aligns with NATO’s mission to maintain technological superiority in emerging defense and security applications.
🔹 Quantum advancements could redefine intelligence, cybersecurity, and navigation, making resilience in this domain critical.
Read more: 🔗 NATO’s Quantum Initiative
#NATO #QuantumTech #DefenseInnovation #EmergingTechnologies #QuantumComputing #Cybersecurity

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

My art and my science and my kiddo!!!

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

@elonmusk lets chat about quantum business

[Keeper L Sharkey, PhD @klshark]

🔌⚡ Upcoming IEEE Spectrum Webinar: Modeling Electric Discharges ⚡🔬

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