Edward Parker

Edward Parker is an associate physical scientist at the RAND Corporation. He is broadly interested in the societal impact of disruptive technologies, and his current research focuses on emerging quantum technologies, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Prior to joining RAND, Parker received his Ph.D. in theoretical solid-state physics at UC Santa Barbara, where he numerically modeled exotic magnetic materials that could be useful for building quantum computers. He has also published a research article on machine learning and interned at MIT's office in Washington DC, where he studied the optimal level of federal investment in alternate energy R&D.