Professional & Research Profile
Peter Kahl
Independent researcher and former semiconductor engineer working across quantum information, quantum error correction and the philosophy of physics.
Professional profile
I began my career in semiconductor engineering in Silicon Valley, including work as a Principal Staff Engineer at National Semiconductor. I subsequently worked in technology businesses across Greater China, the United States and Europe.
My current research examines the relationship between physical reality, observation and scientific representation, combining conceptual analysis, formal modelling and computational experiments.
Engineering and industry experience
Approximately twenty years of experience in semiconductor R&D, analogue and mixed-signal electronics, embedded systems, product development, systems integration, reliability and manufacturing.
My industry experience includes National Semiconductor, Sipex and other electronics and technology businesses. I also spent fourteen years in Greater China, working with manufacturers, suppliers and technology companies in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Zhuhai and Shanghai.
This experience spans integrated-circuit design, engineering development, manufacturing, supply chains and commercial deployment.
Research
My principal research concerns quantum information, quantum error correction and the limits of scientific representation.
I developed Representational Sealing Theory (ReST) to investigate conditions under which a representation may be adequate without its adequacy being certifiable from within the representational system. Related work examines interface closure, observational equivalence and the limits of information recovery.
In quantum error correction, I investigate how restrictions on accessible information can be necessary for protecting quantum states. Developing work also examines the foundations of quantum mechanics and its relationship with general relativity.
My publications include a peer-reviewed article in Discover Artificial Intelligence and independent research papers published through Lex et Ratio and Zenodo.
Education
Master of Laws (LLM), Distinction
University of Reading, 2026
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Staffordshire University
My legal studies concentrated on intellectual property, corporate governance, commercial law and the regulation of emerging technologies. My LLM dissertation received a mark of 80%.
Professional interests
Quantum computing and quantum error correction; semiconductor technologies; experimental systems integration; interdisciplinary research; and advanced-technology strategy.
I am particularly interested in opportunities combining technical leadership, research and the development of emerging technologies.
Full curriculum vitae
This page provides a summary of my professional background and research. A conventional curriculum vitae, including detailed employment history, qualifications and publications, is available on request.