Richmond Boahene

My love for physics began in childhood, building toy cars from cans and flip-flops. I was amazed by how small changes altered their motion. Physics challenges me, fuels my curiosity, and strengthens my joy for learning and problem-solving.

Doing physics feels like solving puzzles where each answer unlocks a deeper question. That balance between challenge and discovery is what keeps me passionate.

With my physics degree, I plan to pursue graduate studies in quantum computing and quantum science. I hope to specialize in quantum machine learning, as I believe it will play a key role in shaping the future.

I’ve had the opportunity to work with the math department at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where we applied machine learning, data analysis, and deep learning to study solution maps of partial differential equations.

Receiving this scholarship is a huge relief. It allows me to take fewer work shifts, giving me more time to focus on physics and side projects. It also means a lot to my family, who are deeply grateful for this award.

TEAM-UP Together Scholarship Recipient in 2024 and 2025.