Ben is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of Vesparum. He leads Vesparum's data science team and research into best-in-class capital markets transactions. Ben's background in quantum computing and deep knowledge of Australia's equity capital markets provides a unique and valuable outsider's perspective for Vesparum and its clients.
Ben has a PhD and Master of Science in quantum physics from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics from the University of Melbourne, where he currently holds an honorary position as a Fellow in the School of Physics. Ben previously worked at the Dutch National Centre for Mathematics and Computer Science in Amsterdam.
Ben wants to have a lasting impact on the world and sees business as a force for good. He was the Chairperson of Effective Altruism Australia, which partners with charities evaluated to be implementing the most transparent, cost-effective, and evidence-based programs for saving and improving lives.
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