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Gretchen Campbell

Co-PI, Associate Director for Education and Workforce Development

University of Maryland

RQS Executive CouncilRQS Education and Workforce
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Contact Information

gcampbe1@umd.edu
Office:

University of Maryland
2149 PSC Building
College Park, MD 20742

Office Phone:
(301) 405-0934

Bio

Gretchen Campbell is an adjunct professor in the Department of Physics and associate vice president for quantum research and education at the University of Maryland. Campbell’s research group is conducting two experiments: one on sodium atom circuits and another on ultracold strontium. Both experiments use ultracold atomic gases to study many-body physics. She received her doctorate in physics from MIT in 2007.

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Recent News

  • A square microchip with etched circuits illuminated inside a glass container with vibrant red and golden reflections.

    NSF Renews Maryland-Led Quantum Simulation Institute’s Funding

    August 25, 2026

    The five-year award expected to total $37.5M supports the institute’s next phase of research, education and workforce development.

  • Ian Spielman speaks in an industrial setting.

    Spielman Named AAAS Fellow

    March 27, 2026

    The RQS senior investigator was recognized for his research that uses ultracold atoms to study a broad range of topics.

  • A large group of people seated in a room arranged with tables, some engaged in conversation while others appear to be listening attentively.

    New Quantum Workforce Report Highlights Need for Targeted Investment, Cross-Regional Coordination

    March 25, 2026

    Report calls for expanded community college programs, national resource sharing and stronger regional partnerships to build U.S. quantum talent pipeline.