Professor of Quantum Physics, Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford
Lee Kong Chian Centennial Professor, National University of Singapore
Director, Centre for Quantum Technologies, National University of Singapore
Trustee, The Croucher Foundation
quantum information, quantum computation, quantum cryptography, foundations of quantum theory
For his pioneering work on quantum cryptography and his many important contributions to the theory of quantum computation and other branches of quantum physics.
For his pioneering contributions to quantum communication and computation, which transformed the field of quantum information science from a niche academic activity into a vibrant interdisciplinary field of industrial relevance.