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Diamonds are a quantum computer's best friend

Scientists propose a new quantum computer architecture based on microscopic defects in diamond, which could lead to the development of reliable quantum computers. The architecture has great potential for miniaturization and mass production, similar to how transistors were miniaturized in classical computer science.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review X·DateAug 7, 2014

Finding quantum lines of desire

Researchers use a superconducting quantum device to record and analyze the paths a quantum system takes between two states, revealing the existence of a quantum equivalent of classical 'least action' path. The findings have implications for controlling biological and chemical systems using lasers.

Unleashing the power of quantum dot triplets

Researchers have discovered a way to control quantum dot triplets using electrical impulses, which could lead to faster quantum computers. The study shows that changing the coupling of three coherently coupled quantum dots can induce a phase transition between entangled and disentangled electron states.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal B·DateJul 24, 2014

Quantum criticality observed in new class of materials

Physicists at Rice University have discovered a new class of materials that exhibit quantum criticality, a phenomenon closely related to high-temperature superconductivity. The research provides valuable insights into the behavior of heavy fermion metals, which could lead to a broader understanding of quantum criticality.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Materials·DateJun 4, 2014

Quantum physics secures new cryptography scheme

Researchers have demonstrated a form of quantum cryptography that protects people doing business with others they may not trust. The protocol, known as 1-2 random oblivious transfer (ROT), allows two parties to securely exchange information without revealing their picks, making it ideal for secure identification and online transactions.

Peeking into Schrodinger's box

Researchers at the University of Rochester have developed a new method called direct measurement that can characterize high-dimensional quantum states in a single experiment with no post-processing. This technique offers an exciting alternative to quantum tomography and could be central in developing high-security quantum communication...

SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 20, 2014

UCSB researchers make headway in quantum information transfer via nanomechanical coupling

A UC Santa Barbara research team has demonstrated a nanomechanical transducer that provides strong and coherent coupling between microwave signals and optical photons. This breakthrough enables the translation of electrical quantum states to optical quantum states, paving the way for secure communication and quantum teleportation.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNature Physics·DateSep 23, 2013

Making big 'Schroedinger cats'

Physicists at the University of Calgary successfully tested quantum mechanics on a large scale, creating a system in two substantially different states at once. This breakthrough demonstrates the application of quantum superposition principles to everyday macro objects.

SourceUniversity of Calgary·JournalNature Physics·DateJul 21, 2013

Large-scale quantum chip validated

The USC-Lockheed Martin Quantum Computing Center has successfully demonstrated the functionality of a large-scale quantum optimization processor, with 128 qubits. The team verified that the device operates as a quantum processor, using quantum mechanics to solve optimization calculations.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 28, 2013

Data highways for quantum information

Researchers at Vienna University of Technology have demonstrated experimentally that ultra-thin glass fibers can store quantum information long enough to be used for entangling atoms hundreds of kilometers apart. This is a fundamental building block for a global fiber-based quantum communication network.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJun 12, 2013

Just how secure is quantum cryptography?

Theorists have found new methods to determine the likelihood of quantum encryption scheme failure, enabling device-independent cryptography. This allows for the estimation of failure probabilities without relying on assumptions about the reliability of devices.

SourceOptica·DateMay 28, 2013

Competition in the quantum world

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck and Complutense University of Madrid use a quantum simulator to study quantum mechanical phase transitions in many-body systems. They observe how competition between two processes takes place, leading to fragile long-range correlations between distant particles.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Physics·DateMay 19, 2013

A new twist for quantum systems

Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a new control method for quantum systems, enabling precise steering through Hilbert spaces. This breakthrough has significant implications for the development of practical quantum computers.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature·DateApr 17, 2013

Space race under way to create quantum satellite

Researchers are pursuing a quantum satellite concept to establish a secure global quantum communication network by harnessing the signal's travel time in empty space. The team has emphasized precise alignment between the satellite and ground stations to ensure accurate measurement of photons.

SourceIOP Publishing·JournalPhysics World·DateFeb 28, 2013

Quantum algorithm breakthrough

Researchers at the University of Bristol successfully implemented a full quantum circuit to calculate unknown eigenvalues using a quantum algorithm without prior knowledge. This achievement marks an important step towards practical quantum computing, enabling applications in quantum simulations and metrology.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalNature Photonics·DateFeb 24, 2013

Playing quantum tricks with measurements

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck successfully reversed a quantum measurement using quantum error correction protocol, which contradicts foundational principles. This experiment demonstrates that information can be reconstructed from entangled states after individual particle measurements.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateFeb 15, 2013

Into the quantum Internet at the speed of light

A research team at the University of Innsbruck has successfully transferred quantum information from an atom to a single photon, paving the way for the construction of a quantum internet. This breakthrough enables the transfer of quantum information over optical channels between quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Photonics·DateFeb 4, 2013

Extending Einstein

Physicists have demonstrated a new type of quantum entanglement using three particles, building on Einstein's original ideas. This experiment may lead to the creation of hybrid quantum systems with multiple unique properties.

SourceUniversity of Calgary·JournalNature Physics·DateDec 14, 2012

First noiseless single photon amplifier

Griffith University researchers have developed a device capable of amplifying the information in a single photon without adding noise, preserving quantum information. The breakthrough has far-reaching implications for quantum technologies, including improved quantum cryptography and long-distance communication.

SourceGriffith University·JournalNature Physics·DateNov 11, 2012

Quantum computing with recycled particles

A team from the University of Bristol's Centre for Quantum Photonics has developed a technique to recycle particles in a quantum computer, reducing physical resources required for factoring. This breakthrough enables more efficient calculations, paving the way for larger implementations of quantum algorithms.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalNature Photonics·DateOct 23, 2012

Quantum physics at a distance

Physicists at the University of Vienna successfully transmitted quantum states between two islands in the Canary Islands, overcoming previous distances of just 97 km. The experiment uses active feed-forward protocol to enable reliable quantum teleportation over long distances.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalNature·DateSep 5, 2012

Quantum computing, no cooling required

Researchers at Harvard University have successfully created room-temperature quantum bits that can store information for nearly two seconds. This achievement is a significant step towards building a functional quantum computer and opens up new possibilities for various applications such as quantum cash and secure communications.

SourceHarvard University·JournalScience·DateJul 3, 2012

Breaking the limits of classical physics

A new experiment shows that light exhibits both electric and magnetic fields simultaneously, violating classical physics, and demonstrating its quantum mechanical nature. The study's findings have implications for understanding the behavior of other systems and developing quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJun 7, 2012