Continuously self-driven in her study of quantum physics, Claudia Zendejas-Morales embodies the spirit of Mexico’s emerging quantum community. She pursued rigorous training in quantum computing through courses from institutions including MIT, the University of Waterloo, and Purdue University, and certifications in group theory and quantum information.

As a teaching assistant at UNAM and coordinator for QWorld’s QClass 2023/24, Zendejas-Morales encourages the democratization of quantum education, making quantum concepts accessible to Spanish-speaking audiences. Her mentorship is cultivating Mexico’s next generation of quantum scientists.

Zendejas-Morales’s combination of software engineering and physics knowledge bridges her between classical computation and quantum science. In an environment where quantum resources were scarce, she not only built her own expertise but is creating opportunities for others.