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Building a better bowtie

Researchers created bowtie-shaped silver nanoparticles to study quantum phenomena, enabling strong coupling between photons and single quantum systems. The ability to control this coupling could lead to the development of more powerful computing and encryption devices.

SourceWeizmann Institute of Science·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 3, 2016

Neutrons reveal unexpected magnetism in rare-earth alloy

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory used neutron scattering to uncover magnetic excitations in a rare-earth based intermetallic compound. The study reveals exotic magnetic properties, challenging conventional expectations of magnetic behavior in materials.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateJun 13, 2016
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Quantum satellite device tests technology for global quantum network

Researchers from Singapore and UK test a compact device in space that creates and measures pairs of light particles, a precursor to entangled photons. The technology aims to connect powerful quantum computers globally, enabling secure keys for secret messaging.

SourceCentre for Quantum Technologies at the National University of Singapore·JournalPhysical Review Applied·DateJun 2, 2016

Spin glass physics with trapped ions

Researchers demonstrate how state-of-the-art quantum simulations with trapped ions can be used to solve complex problems like number-partitioning. By applying a strategy known as quantum annealing, they show a faster solution than other methods.

SourceICFO-The Institute of Photonic Sciences·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 27, 2016

Computing a secret, unbreakable key

The University of Waterloo's IQC developed software to assess QKD protocol security, achieving perfect agreement with previous results and enabling exploration of new protocols. The tool enables users to analyze any protocol in seconds, a significant improvement over months-long efforts.

SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 20, 2016

Atoms placed precisely in silicon can act as quantum simulator

Researchers at UNSW Australia have demonstrated that individual atoms placed precisely in silicon can act as a quantum simulator, mimicking the weird interactions of electrons in materials. The study allows for the simulation of complex quantum systems and has the potential to design new exotic materials and test fundamental aspects of...

SourceUniversity of New South Wales·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 22, 2016
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Breakthrough technology to improve cyber security

A research team at the University of Sydney has developed a major breakthrough in generating single photons, enabling the creation of secure cyber security systems. This innovation resolves a key issue holding back password exchange and can be scaled up to generate single photons with 100% probability.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 21, 2016

A deep look into a single molecule

Researchers at PTB have demonstrated non-destructive state detection technique for molecular ions, enabling novel spectroscopy methods with applications in chemistry and fundamental physics. The technique enables direct observation of quantum jumps in isolated molecules.

SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·JournalNature·DateFeb 8, 2016

A new quantum approach to big data

Researchers have developed a new quantum approach to analyze connections in complex networks, such as brain wiring and the global internet, using topological systems. This method can exponentially speed up calculations compared to conventional computers.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 25, 2016

Quantum computing is coming -- are you prepared for it?

A working quantum computer system is expected to be developed by 2020, as predicted by Professor O'Brien of the University of Bristol. This will lead to breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, pharmaceutical discovery, and cyber security, disrupting traditional businesses and challenging current computing technologies.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·DateJan 20, 2016
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Quantum computer coding in silicon now possible

A team at Australia's University of New South Wales has proven that a quantum version of computer code can be written and manipulated using two quantum bits in a silicon microchip. The advance removes lingering doubts about the reliability of such operations, enabling powerful quantum computers to become a reality.

SourceUniversity of New South Wales·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateNov 16, 2015

What are these nanostars in 2-D superconductor supposed to mean?

Physicists from France and Russia have discovered magnetic disturbances resembling little oscillating stars in a 2D superconductor layer. These 'nanostars' are caused by a single magnetic atom and are more sustainable than previous observations, bringing us closer to developing quantum computers.

SourceMoscow Institute of Physics and Technology·JournalNature Physics·DateOct 16, 2015

Securing data from tomorrow's supercomputers

Researchers have developed an upgrade to the Internet's core encryption protocol, making it resistant to future-proofing by powerful quantum computers. The new protocol uses a mathematical technique called 'ring learning with errors problem' to protect information.

SourceQueensland University of Technology·DateAug 17, 2015
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Paving the way for a faster quantum computer

Researchers have successfully implemented superposition of quantum gates, allowing for increased efficiency in quantum computations. This breakthrough could pave the way for faster quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalNature Communications·DateAug 11, 2015

The quantum middle man

Scientists have identified a way to manipulate nuclei using electrons' magnetic moments, enabling the transfer of quantum information between particles. The discovery could lead to more stable systems for quantum computing.

SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 2, 2015

Squeezed quantum cats

Scientists have created a hybrid state of being both 'alive' and 'dead' by combining Schrödinger's cat with squeezed quantum states, enabling more stable quantum computing and precise measurement capabilities.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature·DateMay 26, 2015

Blind signatures using offline repositories

Researchers have developed a new method for secure data transmission utilizing offline repositories and quantum information to overcome quantum computing threats. The approach provides robust authentication and authorship uniqueness, paving the way for potential applications in untraceable transactions.

SourceWorld Scientific·JournalInternational Journal of Quantum Information·DateMay 13, 2015
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Ultra-sensitive sensor detects individual electrons

A Spanish-led team has created an electronic device to detect individual electrons' charge, enabling future quantum computers to read information stored in single electron spin. The device, called a 'gate sensor', can detect electrical charge in less than one nanosecond.

SourceSpanish Foundation for Science and Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 23, 2015

Multi-million EU project to protect data against quantum computers

The European PQCRYPTO consortium is developing technology to resist quantum computer attacks, targeting small devices and cloud storage for the next three years. Post-quantum cryptography could protect sensitive data like health records or top-secret documents with confidentiality requirements over 10 years.

SourceEindhoven University of Technology·DateApr 23, 2015

Next important step toward a quantum computer

Researchers from the University of Bonn and Cambridge successfully linked two different quantum systems, quantum dots and ions, to work together as a team. This hybrid system combines the strengths of both components, enabling faster calculations and improved memory storage.

SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 30, 2015
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Data structures influence speed of quantum search in unexpected ways

A new analysis found that highly connected databases don't always support fastest quantum computing, with low connectivity yielding fast search in some cases. Researchers used the properties of superposition to model a quantum particle's movement through a database, demonstrating the unexpected influence of data structure on search speed.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 17, 2015

Forbidden quantum leaps possible with high-res spectroscopy

Physicists use high-resolution spectroscopy to study and control matter, enabling precise control over atomic transitions and revealing hidden information about atom structure. The technique has applications in quantum computing, where it could offer significant boosts in computing power and improve computer security.

SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 2, 2015
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CCNY study unveils new half-light half-matter quantum particles

Researchers at City College of New York have discovered a new type of quantum particle that combines light and matter properties. This breakthrough could lead to the development of devices that utilize both light and matter, potentially revolutionizing computing and communication technologies.

SourceCity College of New York·JournalNature Photonics·DateDec 29, 2014

Possible read head for quantum computers

Researchers at TUM develop a method to extract optically stored information from nitrogen-vacancy centers in nanodiamonds electronically. The technique uses a direct transfer of energy to a neighboring graphene layer, enabling picosecond electronic detection.

SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateDec 1, 2014

Quantum leap as Clark unveils UK's network of Quantum Technology Hubs

The UK has unveiled a £120 million national network of Quantum Technology Hubs, exploring the properties of quantum mechanics and harnessing them for technology. The hubs will deliver transformative impacts in key areas such as quantum metrology and sensors; quantum simulators; quantum computers and quantum secure communications.

SourceEngineering and Physical Sciences Research Council·DateDec 1, 2014
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1980s American aircraft helps quantum technology take flight

Researchers at the University of Sydney have successfully applied control engineering principles from aerospace to protect fragile quantum systems from environmental noise. This breakthrough enables the development of useful technologies in fields such as computation, communication, and specialized sensors.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalNature Physics·DateOct 20, 2014

A novel platform for future spintronic technologies

Researchers have discovered a new way to control electron spin in an insulating material, paving the way for more efficient spintronics devices. This breakthrough could lead to the development of spin-polarized materials and directly observe elusive Majorana fermions.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Materials·DateOct 12, 2014

Pressing the accelerator on quantum robotics

Quantum computing enables robots to learn and adapt faster, with a significant speedup in response times. This breakthrough has implications for machine learning, climate modeling, and internet search engines, leading towards a more ambitious objective of creating intelligent and creative robots.

SourceSpanish Foundation for Science and Technology·JournalPhysical Review X·DateOct 6, 2014

Uncovering the forbidden side of molecules

Scientists have successfully observed the 'forbidden' infrared spectrum of a charged molecule for the first time. This achievement enables precise measurements of molecular properties with unprecedented accuracy. The research has significant implications for the development of molecular clocks, quantum technology, and fundamental physics.

SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalNature Physics·DateSep 21, 2014
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New method to detect prize particle for future quantum computing

Researchers from the University of Surrey and Ben-Gurion University in Israel have developed a new method to detect the elusive Majorana particle, potentially leading to the creation of topological Q-Bits. This breakthrough could significantly enhance the power of quantum computers, breaking the barriers on scaling up computation.

SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 10, 2014

Single laser stops molecular tumbling motion instantly

Researchers cooled singly charged aluminum monohydride molecules from room temperature to 4 degrees Kelvin in a fraction of a second, stopping their rotation. This breakthrough technique could lead to new applications in ultracold quantum-controlled chemistry and fundamental constants testing.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 2, 2014

'Cavity protection effect' helps to conserve quantum information

Scientists have successfully used a protection effect to enhance the stability of a promising quantum system, allowing for longer storage times. This breakthrough opens up new applications for hybrid quantum systems and could lead to ultrafast quantum computers.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalNature Physics·DateAug 17, 2014

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
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Spin diagnostics

Physicists at the Joint Quantum Institute have developed an MRI-like diagnostic technique for studying large ensembles of interacting quantum spins. The method reveals spin-spin interaction strengths and energies of various configurations, offering insights into complex phenomena like magnetism.

SourceJoint Quantum Institute·JournalScience·DateJul 31, 2014

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 leap in lasers at Dartmouth brightens future for quantum computing

Researchers at Dartmouth College have developed a breakthrough laser that uses an artificial atom to produce light, enabling the potential development of more powerful quantum computers. The new laser relies on superconducting electron pairs and has the ability to transmit information between quantum devices.

SourceDartmouth College·JournalPhysical Review B·DateJul 22, 2014

Ultra-cold atom transport made simple

Researchers developed a filtering device for ultra-cold neutral atoms based on tunnelling, enabling efficient and robust transport. The technique can be applied to various high-precision applications like quantum metrology and quantum simulation.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateJul 7, 2014
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WSU researchers confirm 60-year-old prediction of atomic behavior

Researchers at Washington State University have confirmed a 60-year-old prediction of atomic behavior using a super-cold cloud of atoms. This discovery opens a new experimental path to potentially powerful quantum computing by inducing coherent 'superradiant' behavior predicted by Robert Dicke in 1954.

SourceWashington State University·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 4, 2014

UChicago to lead quantum engineering research team

Researchers will develop piezoelectric materials and nanometer-scale electromechanical devices to transfer information between quantum states and light using mechanical motion as an intermediary. The goal is to establish a technology that connects individual quantum states and enables the creation of quantum networks.

SourceUniversity of Chicago·DateMay 14, 2014
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'Ultracold' molecules promising for quantum computing, simulation

Scientists at Purdue University have successfully created a new type of ultracold molecule using lasers, which could enable quantum computing, precise sensors, and advanced simulations. The lithium-rubidium molecule has a significant dipole moment, enabling stronger interactions necessary for entanglement-based quantum computing.

SourcePurdue University·JournalPhysical Review A·DateMar 12, 2014

Helical electron and nuclear spin order in quantum wires

Researchers from the University of Basel have observed spontaneous magnetic order of electron and nuclear spins in a quantum wire at temperatures of 0.1 kelvin, exceeding previous limits of microkelvin range. This new state of matter is stabilized by nuclear spin coupling and mutual interactions between electrons.

SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateFeb 11, 2014
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Photon recoil provides new insight into matter

Researchers from the QUEST Institute have demonstrated a new method called photon-recoil spectroscopy, which enables the investigation of fast transitions in atoms or molecules. The method involves trapping two ions and using laser light pulses to measure their frequencies with unprecedented accuracy.

SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 30, 2014

Physicist honored by the Australian Academy of Science

Professor Geoff Pryde from Griffith University's Centre for Quantum Dynamics has been recognized for his pioneering contributions to quantum information science, including the first entangling optical quantum computer logic gate and fundamental experimental studies of quantum entanglement.

SourceGriffith University·DateJan 21, 2014
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

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JILA team develops 'spinning trap' to measure electron roundness

The JILA team has developed a method to spin electric and magnetic fields around trapped molecular ions, enabling the first measurement of an electron's electric dipole moment. This technique has major implications for future scientific understanding of the universe and may also be useful in quantum information experiments.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalScience·DateDec 5, 2013

Decay used to construct quantum information

Scientists at the University of Copenhagen's Niels Bohr Institute have developed a method that harnesses decay to create entanglement between electrons in atomic systems. By controlling the interactions with their surroundings, researchers can precisely control the energy states of the electrons, leading to perfect entanglement.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Niels Bohr Institute·JournalNature·DateNov 24, 2013

What can happen when graphene meets a semiconductor

A new study by UWM researchers identified two features affecting electron transport in graphene: intrinsic ripples and the Schottky barrier. These characteristics impact the ability to control an electric current, making it challenging to engineer nanoscale transistors with graphene.

SourceUniversity of Wisconsin - Milwaukee·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 21, 2013
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Nature: Single-atom bit forms smallest memory in the world

Researchers from KIT have successfully stabilized a single atom's magnetic spin for ten minutes, opening up possibilities for compact computer memories and quantum computers. By suppressing surrounding interactions at low temperatures, they achieved a stability period of about a billion times longer than comparable atomic systems.

SourceHelmholtz Association·JournalNature·DateNov 18, 2013

Quantum computers: Trust is good, proof is better

Researchers have developed a protocol to verify quantum computer results without using additional quantum computer resources. The test involves inserting 'traps' into tasks, which the user knows the result of in advance, allowing for reliable verification of the quantum computer's accuracy.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalNature Physics·DateSep 30, 2013

Quantum entanglement only dependent upon area

Researchers at UCL and University of Gdansk develop a new method to determine the amount of entanglement in one-dimensional quantum systems based solely on the area of the boundary between regions. This finding resolves a long-standing problem, showing that certain systems can be simulated easily using classical computers.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalNature Physics·DateSep 15, 2013

Researchers propose a new system for quantum simulation

The proposed system combines ultracold trapped ions and fermionic atoms to emulate solid state physics, including the Peierls transition and phonon-mediated interactions. This hybrid system may simulate complex quantum systems beyond current computing power.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateSep 3, 2013
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Control scheme dynamically maintains unstable quantum system

Scientists have successfully controlled a cloud of 40,000 rubidium atoms to maintain them in a non-equilibrium state analogous to the inverted pendulum. By applying bursts of microwave radiation, they stabilized the system's internal spins and prevented it from evolving towards stability.

SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateAug 27, 2013