Julia Cramer

Dr. Cramer is assistant professor for "Quantum & Society" at Science Communication and Society, IBL, and the Leiden Institute of Physics (LION).  Dr. Cramer's research is focused on the impact of quantum science and technology on society from a science communication perspective.

Dr. Cramer studied Applied Physics at Delft University of Technology and ETH Zurich. She obtained her PhD (funded by the Casimir Prize) in 2016 on "Quantum Error Correction with Spins in Diamond" at QuTech at Delft University of Technology. 

During her PhD she was one of the Faces of Science of the KNAW and she participated in the theater show "Science Battle". She is fascinated about communicating science to new audiences outside of STEM. During her PhD in quantum science, Dr. Cramer realized a great challenge and opportunity to connect to society at an early stage. Therefore, she is involved in National and European groups focusing on the impact of quantum technology on society.

Currently, Dr. Cramer is one of the members of Quantum Delta NL, focusing on the Ethical, Legal and Societal Aspects (ELSA) of quantum technology.  From September 2023, she is chair of the Young Academy Leiden. Moreover, she is board member of the Dutch Physics Association (NNV), co-founder of Women in Quantum Development (WIQD), former member of the CBS communicatie-adviesraad and member of the Physics Scientific Advisory Board of the Lorentz Center.