Dr. Daniel Stick is a Senior Scientist at Sandia National Labs. His research focuses on developing innovative technologies around atomic and quantum systems, including micro-fabricated surface ion traps for quantum information applications and atomic clocks.  His work includes the design and fabrication of traps, integrating photonic control elements like waveguides and modulators, experiments with storing and transporting ions, and performing quantum gates.  He has held leadership roles in multiple quantum information sciences programs funded by the DOE and other agencies.  Dr. Stick received his BS from Caltech and his PhD from the University of Michigan.  He was the recipient of a 2012 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) for his research in trapped-ion quantum computing.