Shriya Pai

Shriya Pai is a physicist specializing in quantum science and technology. She earned her Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Colorado Boulder, where she focused on quantum many-body systems with applications in quantum computing. Most recently, as a Consultant at Boston Consulting Group, Shriya engaged in public sector consulting projects in education, public health, and climate policy. Her initiatives included enhancing education data integration and analysis methods for the Idaho Department of Education, developing a digital platform for targeted public health interventions, and devising emissions abatement strategies for U.S. state climate programs in NY, MA, and WA aimed at decarbonizing buildings. She is excited to gain experience in the legislative process and apply her scientific expertise to accelerate equitable and evidence-based policy development.