Michele Reilly is a technologist and researcher at the intersection of quantum physics, information theory, and computational science. Her work bridges theoretical physics and engineering to address fundamental questions in quantum mechanics and its applications.
Research Focus
Reilly’s interdisciplinary research program investigates critical problems in quantum physics, including:
- Theoretical frameworks for closed timelike curves
- Black hole information paradox
- Scalable quantum computing architectures
- Quantum-classical interfaces in machine learning systems
Through rigorous mathematical analysis and innovative theoretical approaches, her work illuminates the deep connections between quantum mechanical systems, computational processes, and the fundamental nature of information and reality.
Collaboration
Reilly actively collaborates with leading experts across physics, mathematics, computer science, and engineering. Her multidisciplinary approach combines technical precision with creative theoretical frameworks to advance our understanding of quantum systems and their applications.
Selected as one of The New Heroes by the National Academy of Sciences
Michele Reilly was recently honored as part of The New Heroes project—by the National Academy of Sciences celebrating bold thinkers shaping the future. A portrait series captured by photographer Christopher Michel, stands among a collection spotlighting leaders at the intersection of science, creativity, and impact.
Contact Information
For scientific collaborations and technology due diligence inquiries:
Email: mmreilly@mit.edu
For MIT course 2.98/CMS.343 inquiries:
Teaching Assistant: Winn Gatewood
Email: winng@mit.edu
The Art and Science of Time Travel Course on YouTube:
Venture beyond conventional general relativity, where quantum mechanics meets extreme spacetime geometries. This course explores exotic solutions to Einstein’s field equations and their implications for quantum gravity, with particular emphasis on closed timelike curves (CTCs) and their quantum mechanical interpretation. Uniquely, students will develop mathematical sophistication and creative intuition by crafting scientifically grounded science fiction narratives exploring the human implications of these abstract physical concepts.