Henriet connects neutral-atom hardware with algorithms, studying dissipative effects in variational optimization and helping articulate the capabilities and development path of programmable atom-based computers.
PasqalarXiv / Physical Review AarXiv / QuantumHenriet’s work spans the theoretical behavior of neutral-atom algorithms and the practical task of organizing a hardware platform. His study of variational optimization under spontaneous emission asks how a realistic noise process changes performance. A collaborative review then sets out how controllable atom arrays support analog and digital computation. Pasqal currently identifies him as CTO, following a period as CEO. The profile emphasizes these documented technical and organizational contributions without treating a roadmap as demonstrated capability.
PasqalarXiv / Physical Review AarXiv / QuantumThe work behind the recognition
Work, in context- 2020
Testing variational optimization against spontaneous emission
Henriet theoretically studied a neutral-atom variational algorithm for the maximum independent set problem. Numerical results showed that optimization could attenuate some detrimental effects of spontaneous emission within the model, rather than eliminate noise generally.
Sole author of the theoretical and numerical study; the result is limited to its stated model.
Source-supported recordarXiv / Physical Review A - 2020
Mapping the neutral-atom computing platform
Henriet and colleagues reviewed the control methods, analog and digital operation, and prospective applications of neutral-atom quantum computers. The paper explains the platform’s capabilities and scaling questions rather than claiming a completed fault-tolerant machine.
Coauthor of the neutral-atom platform review, with contributions shared across the author team.
Source-supported recordarXiv / Quantum
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Pasqal’s current leadership page supersedes older biographies identifying Henriet as CEO.
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Testing variational optimization against spontaneous emission
Robustness to spontaneous emission of a variational quantum algorithm
Supports: Single author, noise model, numerical finding, 2020 journal publication.
Published 23 Oct 2019 · Checked 19 Sept 2026Credit & limits: Sole author of the theoretical and numerical study; the result is limited to its stated model.
Read the full contribution| Contribution | Evidence & what it supports | Credit & limits |
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| Testing variational optimization against spontaneous emission2020 | Primary paperRobustness to spontaneous emission of a variational quantum algorithm Single author, noise model, numerical finding, 2020 journal publication. Published 23 Oct 2019 · Checked 19 Sept 2026 | Sole author of the theoretical and numerical study; the result is limited to its stated model. |
| Mapping the neutral-atom computing platform2020 | Primary paperQuantum computing with neutral atoms Authorship and neutral-atom platform review; Quantum 4,327 (2020). Published 22 Jun 2020 · Checked 19 Sept 2026 | Coauthor of the neutral-atom platform review, with contributions shared across the author team. |
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3 sourcesPrimary papers, institutional records and attributed announcements. Each source supports the claims linked above.
- PasqalInstitutional record
Pasqal leadership
Current CTO; previously CEO; technology roadmap remit.
Checked 19 Sept 2026 - arXiv / Physical Review APrimary paper
Robustness to spontaneous emission of a variational quantum algorithm
Single author, noise model, numerical finding, 2020 journal publication.
Published 23 Oct 2019 · Checked 19 Sept 2026 - arXiv / QuantumPrimary paper
Quantum computing with neutral atoms
Authorship and neutral-atom platform review; Quantum 4,327 (2020).
Published 22 Jun 2020 · Checked 19 Sept 2026