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Weizmann Institute scientists find new 'quasiparticles'

Researchers at the Weizmann Institute have created 'quasiparticles' with a fraction of an electron's charge, which could enable powerful yet stable quantum computers. The discovery was made using an extremely precise setup and unique material properties.

SourceWeizmann Institute of Science·JournalNature·DateJun 2, 2008

MIT: Turning 'funky' quantum mysteries into computing reality

Researchers harnessing 'funky effects' of quantum theory for more precise measurements, efficient memory chips and accurate clocks. Quantum principles enable advancements in areas like pattern recognition and time-of-arrival measurement, potentially transforming industries.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateFeb 16, 2008
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Desktop device generates and traps rare ultracold molecules

Physicists at the University of Rochester have developed a device that can generate and trap huge numbers of elusive ultracold polar molecules. This breakthrough technology, called TWIST, allows for the efficient production of these molecules, which are crucial for creating exotic artificial crystals and stable quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 12, 2007

Photon-transistors for the supercomputers of the future

Scientists have created a new theory on how to create transistors for quantum computers using photons. The transistors can process optical signals and enable the development of supercomputers that can solve extremely complicated tasks.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalNature Physics·DateAug 26, 2007

Computing breakthrough could elevate security to unprecedented levels

University of Michigan researchers have made a significant breakthrough in accelerating quantum computers by harnessing the power of pulses of light. This innovation has the potential to foil national and personal security threats by rapidly deciphering encrypted codes and strengthening information protections.

SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalScience·DateAug 16, 2007
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Quantum analog of Ulam's conjecture can guide molecules, reactions

Researchers create quantum mechanical analog of Ulam's conjecture to control chemical reactions and move quantum objects. This method uses photons to harness chaotic motion, allowing for efficient steering of quantum systems between two specified states.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateAug 7, 2007

NIST atom interferometry displays new quantum tricks

Physicists at NIST recreate the historic double-slit experiment with atoms, demonstrating wave-particle duality and a novel technique for quantum computing. The researchers trap ultracold rubidium atoms in two overlapping lattices, creating a strobe-like effect that can be controlled.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMay 25, 2007

Coldest lab in Chicago to simulate hot physics of early universe

Physicist Cheng Chin creates a vacuum chamber in his laboratory that can reach billionths of a degree above absolute zero, simulating the conditions after the big bang. The experiment aims to explore the formation of galaxies and understand the origin of complex structures in the universe.

SourceUniversity of Chicago·DateFeb 15, 2007
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Mechanical motion used to 'spin' atoms in a gas

Researchers at NIST have successfully used mechanical motion to induce rotation in rubidium atoms in a gas, generating an oscillating magnetic field. The technique allows for the detection of atomic spins with high precision, opening doors for applications such as high-performance magnetic sensors and quantum computer components.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 8, 2006

Top awards go to Williams College physics professor William Wootters

Professor Wootters was awarded the International Quantum Communications Award and the APS Prize to a Faculty Member for Research in an Undergraduate Institution. His research on quantum teleportation has been widely cited, and he is recognized for his engagement of undergraduate students in physics research.

SourceWilliams College·DateDec 6, 2006

Strontium atomic clock demonstrates super-fine 'ticks'

Scientists at JILA have developed an ultra-stable laser system to manipulate strontium atoms, producing the most precise 'ticks' ever recorded in an optical atomic clock. This achievement enables improved time-keeping, precision measurements of high frequencies, and quantum computing using neutral atoms.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalScience·DateNov 30, 2006
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Zoller wins Dirac Medal 2006

Peter Zoller, a renowned Austrian physicist, has been awarded the prestigious Dirac Medal 2006 for his groundbreaking research in atomic physics. He is being recognized for his innovative methods to use trapped ions for quantum computing and realizing the Bose-Hubbard model in ultracold gases.

SourceAbdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics·DateAug 8, 2006

Plenty of nothing: A hole new quantum spin

Scientists at the University of New South Wales create a new type of quantum wire that uses holes to carry electrical current, enabling control over magnetic properties and paving the way for spin-based transistors. This discovery has significant implications for high-speed electronics and quantum information technologies.

SourceUniversity of New South Wales·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 26, 2006

Laser tweezers sort atoms

Researchers at the University of Bonn have successfully sorted atoms using laser tweezers, a crucial step towards creating a quantum computer. By precisely controlling the position of individual atoms, they can perform simple quantum calculations and pave the way for more complex computations.

SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalNature·DateJul 12, 2006

Quantum computer solves problem, without running

Researchers demonstrate counterfactual computation, inferring information about an answer even when the quantum computer doesn't run. This technique, called interaction-free measurement, uses wave-particle duality to search a region of space without entering it.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature·DateFeb 22, 2006
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Toward a quantum computer, one dot at a time

Pitt researchers create tiny semiconductor islands that can confine individual electrons, a crucial step towards building a quantum computer. The achievement demonstrates the potential of nanotechnology in advancing quantum computing.

SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateJan 19, 2006

NIST physicists coax six atoms into quantum 'cat' state

Researchers at NIST successfully entangle six ions to exhibit superposition of spin states, extending the domain of Schrödinger cat states. The achievement has implications for quantum computing, encryption, and precision instruments.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalNature·DateNov 30, 2005

Tandem ions may lead the way to better atomic clocks

Physicists at NIST have used the natural oscillations of two different types of charged atoms to produce the 'ticks' that may power a future atomic clock. By transferring information between two ions, they were able to determine the aluminum's resonant frequency extremely accurately.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalScience·DateJul 28, 2005
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Scientists find flaw in quantum dot construction

Researchers found a defect in quantum dot creation that hinders scientific experimentation and propose tweaking light beam or pulse duration to overcome the issue. The study also sheds light on controlling electron spin, potentially leading to faster electronic devices.

SourceOhio University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateFeb 10, 2005

Lab experiments mimic a star's energy bursts

Physicists at NIST recreate key process for nuclear energy production in dense stars using ultracold crystals. The experiments may help study nuclear fusion as an energy source and demonstrate a new method for modeling dense stellar objects.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·DateJan 26, 2005

Quantum computing, secure communication closer

A UCLA team successfully controlled and detected a single electron's spin in an ordinary commercial transistor chip. This achievement demonstrates that conventional silicon technology is adaptable enough to accommodate the future electronic requirements of new technologies like quantum computing.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·JournalNature·DateJul 21, 2004
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A quantum mechanical 'tune up' for better measurement

Scientists at NIST effectively turn atoms into better frequency sensors by entangling them, allowing for faster and more accurate measurements in atomic clocks. This technique could reduce the time needed to measure atomic clock ticks from weeks to months.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalScience·DateJun 4, 2004

Physicists 'entangle' light, pave way to atomic-scale measurements

Researchers at the University of Toronto have successfully created a three-photon entangled state, enabling precise measurements that surpass those made by single photons. The breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize fields like quantum computing and gravitational wave detection.

SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalNature·DateMay 12, 2004

Ultra-cold substance shows stripes -- behavior explained

Researchers have developed a method to control the behavior of ultra-cold substances, which could lead to significant advancements in quantum computing and precise time measurements. By manipulating the material's density and vortex patterns, scientists can create unique flow patterns that defy traditional solid or liquid states.

SourceOhio State University·JournalPhysical Review A·DateJun 10, 2003
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Optics beyond existing limits - a single ion as a quantum probe

Scientists have created an atomic-resolution image of the three-dimensional intensity distribution of a strongly localized radiation field using a single calcium ion. This technology has far-reaching implications for quantum computing, as it enables the generation of light pulses containing exactly one quantum of light.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature·DateNov 7, 2001

A step forward in nanotechnology

Researchers at the University of Michigan developed a new technique combining coherent nonlinear optical spectroscopy and near-field microscopy to detect quantum coherence in extended structures. This breakthrough enables sub-wavelength resolution, bringing nanotechnology closer to sophisticated devices.

SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalScience·DateSep 21, 2001

Quantum computing explored

Researchers explore the potential of quantum computing to revolutionize problem-solving capabilities. Quantum computers can process vast amounts of information simultaneously, making them ideal for complex calculations like public key encryption and teleportation.

SourceUniversity of California - Davis·DateSep 10, 2001

Building A Better Plasma Trap

U.C. San Diego researchers successfully trapped non-neutral plasma using a combination of electric and magnetic fields, forming novel vortex crystals when cooled. This breakthrough may hold the key to creating anti-hydrogen, quantum computing, and advanced atomic clocks.

SourceOffice of Naval Research·DateMar 1, 1999
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