Richard Bernecker

I am a PhD researcher in theoretical quantum optics, focusing on high-dimensional and multipartite photonic quantum systems. My current work investigates how to generate and maximize entanglement in spatial modes of light, particularly those carrying orbital angular momentum (OAM). I am especially interested in scalable ways to engineer maximally entangled states in large Hilbert spaces and their potential for quantum information processing. Beyond OAM, I am also curious about how squeezed light and novel structured light fields, such as optical skyrmions, can enable new photonic architectures.