Mary Grace D'Avanzo
New York,NY
Summary
Graduating from PwC's Emerging Technology Lab, I immersed myself in cutting-edge technologies and their strategic applications for clients. The dynamic nature of the work quickly captivated me, leading to an opportunity to contribute to PwC's quantum computing team. This experience ignited a deep passion for this groundbreaking technology, prompting my decision to pursue further education in quantum computing. Eager to cultivate and apply my expertise in this rapidly evolving field.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
AI and Quantum Computing Researcher
PwC
01.2021 - 10.2024
- Designed simulation models to forecast future consumer and corporate behavior for clients
- Developed post quantum cybersecurity offerings for clients and educated over 200 cybersecurity professionals in this field
- Presented at the Grace Hopper Conference and Systems Thinking Conference.
Teacher's Assist
Dr. Diego Zaccai
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Advanced Algorithms Design, Asymptotic Analysis, and Data Structures Class
- Hosted office hours, graded homework, and proctored tests.
- Assisted students in learning the design and analysis of data structures, probabilistic analysis, and NP-completeness.
Education
Master of Science - Quantum Science And Technology
Columbia University
12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Engineering (AI specialization)
The Ohio State University
05.2020
Skills
- 25 years of Systems Thinking and Simulation Modeling (Anylogic and Java)
- Full stack Application Development
- Working knowledge: quantum mechanics, quantum computing, asymptotic analysis, data structures, algorithms, graph and set theory, computer hardware, machine learning, cryptography, and neural networks
- 8 years C, 7 years Java, Python, C, Assembly, 5 year of C# and SQL, and 1 year of Javascript
Projects
5G Adoption Simulation, Developed and calibrated a simulation model for consumer adoption of 5G home internet for a top three telecommunications company., 2021 5G ad campaign in zip codes with the highest growth potential, based on model results. Energy and Water Use of AI Simulation, Modeled geographic regions' data center energy and water usage with system dynamics., Analyzed AI's cumulative impact on water availability and energy consumption. Post-Quantum Cryptography, Implemented Python versions of four NIST quantum-safe algorithms., Researched and evaluated available Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systems for market readiness., Educated clients and internal teams on quantum computing's relationship to cybersecurity.
Timeline
AI and Quantum Computing Researcher
PwC
01.2021 - 10.2024
Teacher's Assist
Dr. Diego Zaccai
01.2019 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Quantum Science And Technology
Columbia University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science Engineering (AI specialization)
The Ohio State University
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