Michael Holynski is Principal Investigator at the UK Quantum Technology Research Hub in Sensing, Imaging and Timing, where he helps to drive the translation of quantum sensing, imaging and timing devices into technology and applications across a diverse number of sectors, including healthcare, infrastructure, energy, transport and communications.

He leads the Quantum Sensing group, where he focuses on atom interferometry and its use within applications such as infrastructure monitoring, alternative navigation and fundamental physics. This includes developing atom interferometers, based on rubidium or strontium, for use in the field, the creation of compact and deployable devices, and investigation of approaches for achieving improved sensitivity. Another example is the development of gravity gradiometers for use in the field.

Michael is active in enabling the translation and commercialisation of quantum technology, and leads a portfolio of collaborative projects with industry ranging from component development to system level realisation of industrial sensor prototypes and engagement with end users.

Michael is also Director of the recently launched Birmingham Institute of Quantum Technologies.

Michael was awarded the 2022 Institute of Physics James Joule Medal and Prize for his contributions to the development of quantum sensors, and is a Fellow of the Institute of Physics.