Our Team
Dr. Travis J. A. Craddock, Ph.D.
Principal Investigator
Dr. Travis J.A. Craddock, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Waterloo and is the Tier I Canada Research Chair in Quantum Neurobiology. Dr. Craddock received his Ph.D. in the field of biophysics at the University of Alberta where his graduate research activities focused on subneural biomolecular information processing, and nanoscale neuroscience descriptions of memory, consciousness, and cognitive dysfunction in neurodegenerative disorders. His current research activities are focused on applying computational biophysics and theoretical quantum biology methods towards the purpose of identifying novel treatments and diagnostics for complex chronic illness involving neuroinflammation.
Dr. Hadi Zadeh-Haghighi, Ph.D.
Senior Research Associate
Dr. Hadi Zadeh-Haghighi is currently a Research Associate in Dr. Craddock’s lab at the University of Waterloo, where his work centers on Quantum Neurobiology and the exploration of magnetic field and magnetic isotope effects on cognitive functions. He is also interested in quantum neuro-inspired artificial intelligence, building on his earlier discoveries in quantum biology.
Having received his PhD in Physics from the University of Calgary under the supervision of Dr. Christoph Simon, with a focus on Quantum Neurobiology and Quantum Biochemistry, Dr. Zadeh-Haghighi has remained at the cutting edge of his field. His postdoctoral work at the same group deepened his involvement in experimental quantum neurobiology, quantum computing, and quantum sensing.
Dr. Lea Gassab, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Scholar
Dr. Lea Gassab holds a PhD in Physics from Koç University in Türkiye and a Master's in Physics from École Normale Supérieure de Lyon, France. Her academic journey has spanned various fields, including quantum biology, quantum optics, and quantum metrology. Now a postdoctoral scholar in the Craddock lab at the University of Waterloo, Lea is passionate about exploring quantum effects in natural phenomena, particularly in the brain. Originally from Réunion Island, a French territory in the Indian Ocean, she loves traveling and hiking and has explored many countries around the world. In addition to her research, Lea enjoys engaging with students. Feel free to contact her.
Caleb Siguenza, B.Sc.
Master’s Student
Caleb Siguenza is a Master’s student in the Department of Biology at the University of Waterloo.