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The 18-Year-Old Who Challenged Quantum Hype

In 2025, Ewin Tang (Ph.D. ‘23) became the youngest winner of the Breakthrough Foundation’s Maryam Mirzakhani New Frontiers Prize in Mathematics for her work in quantum machine learning and linear algebra — including a classical algorithm that challenged the prevailing wisdom around quantum advantage for recommendation systems.



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Allen School News

Allen School honors David Dawson (B.S., ‘06), Nodira Khoussainova (Ph.D., ‘12)


On the left is a headshot of David Dawson, on the right is a headshot of Nodira Khoussainova.

Dawson and Khoussainova, the 2026 Alumni Impact Award recipients, have combined their computing skillset with their entrepreneurial spirit to build companies that are making a positive impact in people’s lives.



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Allen School News

Professor emeritus Ed Lazowska receives Distinguished Teaching Legacy Award


Ed Lazowska standing in front of an old university building that resembles a castle with turrets and stained glass

The award, which is based on nominations from University of Washington alumni, honors “UW educators whose profound influence continues to shape the lives of their students long after they’ve left the classroom.”



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Allen School News

New professorship fund honors first Allen School director Henry M. Levy


Hank Levy sitting cross-legged on building roof flanked by glass panels and holding a construction hard hat

After more than four decades on the faculty, Henry M. Levy (Hank) officially retired from the University of Washington last summer. Now, friends and colleagues are contributing to the creation of a new professorship in the Allen School to honor his vision and leadership.



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