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Twisted crystals open door to smaller, more powerful optical devices

Researchers have developed an on-chip twisted moiré photonic crystal sensor that can simultaneously measure wavelength, polarization, and perform hyperspectral imaging. The device uses MEMS technology to control the twist and distance between layers in real time.

SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalNature Photonics·DateApr 3, 2025
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Researchers demonstrate quantum computing's abilities in chemistry

Cleveland Clinic researchers successfully tested quantum computing's ability to simulate proton affinity, a fundamental chemical process critical to life. The study used machine learning applications on quantum hardware, achieving higher accuracy than classical computing in predicting proton affinity.

SourceCleveland Clinic·JournalJournal of Chemical Theory and Computation·DateApr 2, 2025

New study achieves major advance towards fault-tolerant quantum computing

A new study demonstrates significantly enhanced stability of Majorana zero modes in engineered quantum systems, a key advancement towards fault-tolerant quantum computing. The research uses a three-site Kitaev chain design to achieve this stability, providing a promising candidate for building robust quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateApr 1, 2025

Enhancing Majorana stability with a three-site Kitaev chain

A three-site Kitaev chain has been realised using semiconducting quantum dots and superconducting segments, demonstrating increased stability of zero-energy modes compared to two-site chains. The discovery showcases the potential of this approach for scalable Majorana zero mode hosting.

SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateMar 31, 2025

Brazilian companies begin to explore quantum computing applications

The Albert Einstein Jewish Brazilian Hospital launches a project to evaluate the application of quantum computing in developing new drugs and improving disease diagnosis. Researchers aim to use machine learning and quantum optimization algorithms to analyze rainfall data and predict heavy rainfall events.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateMar 31, 2025
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Howard University physicist revisits the computational limits of life and Schrödinger’s essential question in the era of quantum computing

A study by Philip Kurian and colleagues reveals a revised upper bound on carbon-based life's computational capacity, connecting it to the universe's information-processing limit. The discovery of quantum superradiance in cytoskeletal filaments enables eukaryotic organisms to process information through tryptophan networks.

SourceHoward University·JournalScience Advances·TypeSurvey·DateMar 28, 2025

Wits researchers find a way to shield quantum information from “noise”

Researchers at Wits University have discovered a way to protect quantum information from environmental disruptions, offering hope for more reliable future technologies. By engineering specific topological properties in quantum states, they can preserve critical information even when disturbed by noise.

SourceUniversity of the Witwatersrand·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 27, 2025
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Researchers achieve quantum computing milestone, realizing certified randomness

A team of researchers from JPMorganChase, Quantinuum, and the University of Texas at Austin have successfully demonstrated certified randomness using a 56-qubit quantum computer. This achievement has significant implications for cryptography, fairness, and privacy, as it enables the generation of truly random numbers that cannot be man...

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 26, 2025

Listen to quantum atoms talk together thanks to acoustics

Researchers at EPFL have developed a novel acoustic system that can explore condensed matter and their macroscopic properties, circumventing the limitations of quantum phenomena. The system uses sound waves to model quantum probability waves, allowing for direct observation without perturbation.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalPhysical Review B·DateMar 25, 2025
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A multimodal light manipulator

Researchers at Harvard created a new type of interferometer that can modulate aspects of light in one compact package, enabling precise control over light's frequency and intensity. This breakthrough has the potential to be used in advanced nanophotonic sensors or on-chip quantum computing.

SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 25, 2025

New type of quantum computer studies the dance of elementary particles

Researchers successfully simulated a complete quantum field theory in more than one spatial dimension using a novel type of quantum computer. This approach enables efficient storage and processing of information, allowing for the observation of fundamental features of quantum electrodynamics.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 25, 2025

Device enables direct communication among multiple quantum processors

Researchers at MIT created a photon-shuttling interconnect that facilitates remote entanglement, a key step toward developing practical quantum computers. The device enables all-to-all communication between multiple superconducting quantum processors, paving the way for more efficient and scalable quantum computing.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Physics·DateMar 21, 2025

Spinning, twisted light could power next-generation electronics

Researchers have developed a chiral semiconductor that emits circularly polarised light, potentially improving OLED display efficiency and enabling quantum computing. The innovation uses molecular design tricks inspired by nature to create ordered spiral columns of semiconducting molecules.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalScience·DateMar 13, 2025
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Holograms with a twist: Entangling light and information

Researchers have created quantum holograms using metasurfaces and nonlinear crystals, enabling precise control over entangled information. The technology holds promise for practical applications in quantum communication and anti-counterfeiting, with potential to increase information capacity and reduce system size.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateMar 12, 2025

Untangling quantum entanglement with new calculation formulas

Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University developed new formulas to calculate key quantum informative quantities, including entanglement entropy and mutual information. These simplified expressions offer fresh perspectives into quantum behaviors in materials with different physical characteristics.

SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalPhysical Review B·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 11, 2025

Unlocking the secrets of phase transitions in quantum hardware

A team of researchers observed first- and second-order dissipative phase transitions in a two-photon driven Kerr resonator, showcasing the transformative power of quantum systems. The study demonstrates the validity of theoretical predictions and opens new possibilities for engineering stable and responsive quantum systems.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 10, 2025

Quantum control of collisions beyond ultralow temperatures

Researchers from the University of Warsaw discovered an unexpected order in interatomic collisions, allowing for controlled interactions at higher temperatures. This breakthrough could simplify future experimental realizations and shed light on fundamental questions about quantum and classical worlds.

SourceUniversity of Warsaw, Faculty of Physics·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 10, 2025

Metasurface technology offers a compact way to generate multiphoton entanglement

Researchers developed a new approach using metasurfaces to generate multiphoton entanglement, simplifying the process while increasing efficiency. This breakthrough enables the creation of different types of entangled states and facilitates the fusion of multiple pairs into larger groups.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics Nexus·TypeObservational study·DateMar 7, 2025
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The quest for room-temperature superconductors

Physicists at Queen Mary University of London have discovered that room-temperature superconductivity may be theoretically possible within the laws of our Universe. The research reveals that fundamental constants such as electron mass and Planck constant govern the upper limit of superconducting temperature, which comfortably includes ...

SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalJournal of Physics Condensed Matter·DateMar 5, 2025

Next generation computers modelled on the human brain

Researchers at Lancaster University are developing high-performance memory devices using self-assembled molecular technology to overcome the von Neumann bottleneck in computing. The Memristive Organometallic Devices (MemOD) project aims to deliver faster, more stable, and energy-efficient AI hardware.

SourceLancaster University·DateMar 5, 2025
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Breakthrough in the development of a new low-cost computer

Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have made a breakthrough in developing a new low-cost computer using spintronics, which enables information transmission at room temperature. The study demonstrates the ability to control and synchronize spin waves in complex networks, paving the way for the next generation of Ising machines.

SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 26, 2025

Award-winning research may unlock universe’s origins

Ben Jones, a UTA physicist, has been recognized for his contributions to developing advanced instruments used in particle physics research. His work focuses on uncovering the origin of neutrino mass and sheds light on fundamental physics at extremely small scales.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateFeb 24, 2025

Scientists reveal key to affordable, room-temperature quantum light

Researchers from the University of Oklahoma have discovered a way to stabilize quantum dots, enabling continuous emission at room temperature. This breakthrough could make quantum computing and communication devices more efficient, cheaper, and appealing.

SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 24, 2025

Topological quantum processor marks breakthrough in computing

A Microsoft team led by UC Santa Barbara physicists has developed an eight-qubit topological quantum processor, opening the door to a more stable and robust quantum computer. The chip utilizes Majorana zero modes for error correction, promising a fault-tolerant system.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNature·DateFeb 20, 2025
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Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Jiang to receive NSF CAREER Award funding

Jiang's project, 'CAREER: Efficient and Scalable Deployment Automation for Quantum-Centric Computing', aims to create an end-to-end pilot framework for quantum-centric computing cyberinfrastructure. The proposed deployment services will work for both near-term NISQ and long-term FTQC systems.

SourceGeorge Mason University·DateFeb 18, 2025

IEEE study reveals breakthroughs in high-performance photon detectors

Researchers developed a fabrication technique to overcome design challenges for scalable single-photon detectors, enabling ultra-fast detection of photons regardless of direction or polarization. The study provides a comprehensive guide to fabricating high-quality fractal SNSPDs with improved sensitivity and system detection efficiency.

SourceInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers·JournalIEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 13, 2025
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Unique quantum simulator opens door to new research

Physicists have built a new type of digital-analogue quantum simulator that can study physical processes with unprecedented precision and flexibility. The simulator combines both digital and analogue operating modes, enabling it to be applied to various problems in solid-state physics, astrophysics, and more.

SourcePaul Scherrer Institute·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 6, 2025
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Quantum algorithm distributed across multiple processors for the first time – paving the way to quantum supercomputers

Researchers successfully linked two separate quantum processors to form a single, fully connected quantum computer using photonic network interface. This breakthrough enables computations to be distributed across the network, addressing quantum's scalability problem and paving the way for industry-disrupting quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalNature·DateFeb 5, 2025
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Calculating error-free more easily with two codes

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have developed a method to switch between two error correction codes in an error-tolerant manner, making it easier to implement all required gates for computing. This breakthrough enables the quantum computer to efficiently suppress errors and improve calculation accuracy.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 24, 2025
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Record cold quantum refrigerator paves way for reliable quantum computers

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology and University of Maryland have engineered a new type of refrigerator that can autonomously cool superconducting qubits to record-low temperatures. This breakthrough paves the way for more reliable and error-free quantum computations.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 9, 2025

NTU and NUS spin-off cutting-edge quantum control technology

The new startup, AQSolotl, has developed a quantum controller that enables users to control quantum computers easily using laptops and desktops. The technology, developed by NTU and NUS researchers, is designed to be scalable, adaptable, and cost-efficient.

SourceNanyang Technological University·DateDec 26, 2024
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Advancing a trustworthy quantum era: A novel approach to quantum protocol verification

Researchers developed Concurrent Dynamic Quantum Logic (CDQL) to verify quantum protocols with concurrent actions, enhancing expressiveness and speeding up verification. CDQL provides a rigorous framework for verifying both sequential and concurrent models of quantum protocols.

SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalACM Transactions on Software Engineering and Methodology·DateDec 19, 2024

Colliding top quarks reveal hidden quantum magic

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have discovered a surprising connection between the Large Hadron Collider and the future of quantum computing. The study reveals that top quarks produce

SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalPhysical Review D·DateDec 19, 2024
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Large Hadron Collider regularly makes magic

A brotherly research duo has discovered a property known as magic when the LHC produces top quarks, which has implications for quantum computing and the development of quantum computers. The study explores how difficult it is for non-quantum computers to calculate quantum systems, with higher magic levels requiring more quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Adelaide·DateDec 19, 2024

New algorithm boosts multitasking in quantum machine learning

A new multi-target quantum compilation algorithm developed by Tohoku University's Dr. Le Bin Ho improves the flexibility and performance of quantum computers. This allows for efficient handling of complex systems and tasks involving multiple variables in quantum machine learning.

SourceTohoku University·JournalMachine Learning·DateDec 10, 2024

Rethinking the quantum chip

Researchers at UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have designed a new architecture for scaling up superconducting quantum devices. The modular design allows for flexible operability and enables the connection of any two qubits within a few nanoseconds, promoting high-fidelity quantum gates and entanglement.

SourceUniversity of Chicago·JournalPhysical Review X·DateDec 10, 2024
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Black-box forgetting: A new method for tailoring large AI models

Researchers at Tokyo University of Science have developed a new method called black-box forgetting, which enables selective removal of unnecessary information from large pre-trained AI models. This approach enhances model efficiency and improves privacy by reducing computational resources and information leakage.

SourceTokyo University of Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 9, 2024