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Researchers from Iowa State University and Tufts University are using quantum computing to simulate and study atomic nuclei. They aim to understand the fundamental laws of nature governing nuclear formation in the Big Bang and supernovae.
The Heidelberg Laureate Forum Foundation offers journalist travel grants to cover the 10th HLF from September 24-29, 2023. Recipients of prestigious awards in mathematics and computer science will gather with young researchers for a week of interdisciplinary dialogue.
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have discovered that hydrogen atoms play a crucial role in twisting iron, enabling more efficient chemical reactions. Additionally, the lab has developed technology to reuse old electric vehicle batteries as energy storage systems for the grid, reducing pollution and carbon emissions.
The Purdue University team has proposed a quantum device that can theoretically model and test emergent particles, including the Fibonacci anyon. This discovery could lead to more efficient quantum computing technology by resisting decoherence.
Researchers have developed a method to perform arbitrary connectivity optimization using Rydberg atom arrays, expanding the class of problems solvable by neutral-atom machines. This breakthrough enables applications in logistics scheduling, pharmaceuticals, and other fields.
Researchers and industry leaders from around the world will gather in Sydney to discuss key areas of quantum computing, communications, sensing, training, entrepreneurship, and policy. The three-day event is expected to feature insights on cyber security, sustainability, and commercialization, with over 700 attendees.
Scientists have detailed the atomic structure of superconducting RbV3Sb5 at 103 degrees Kelvin, revealing a unique lattice pattern and charge-density wave. This breakthrough provides a new understanding of exotic states of matter and brings researchers closer to developing higher-temperature superconductors.
Researchers have developed a new device that can effectively redistribute noise and reduce its impact on quantum measurements. By 'squeezing' the noise, they can make more accurate measurements, enabling faster and more precise quantum systems. The device has the potential to improve multi-qubit systems and metrological applications.
Scientists at Stanford University and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory have made progress toward building a novel quantum simulator. The device can simulate interactions between two quantum objects, paving the way to study complex systems and answer fundamental questions in physics.
Researchers have developed a novel type of analogue quantum computer that can tackle hard physics problems beyond current digital capabilities. The new Quantum Simulator architecture uses hybrid metal-semiconductor components to simulate quantum materials and behaviors.
Researchers at MIT have discovered a way to switch graphene's superconductivity on and off with short electric pulses, opening up new possibilities for ultrafast brain-inspired electronics. This discovery could lead to energy-efficient superconducting transistors for neuromorphic devices.
A team of scientists has discovered a way to preserve quantum coherence in quantum dot spin qubits by exploiting the properties of a material with the same lattice parameter. This breakthrough improves storage time beyond hundred microseconds, paving the way for practical quantum networks and computing applications.
Researchers at University of Copenhagen and Ruhr University Bochum have made a groundbreaking discovery, solving a long-standing problem in quantum physics. They can now control two quantum light sources, enabling the creation of quantum mechanical entanglement, a phenomenon with sci-fi-like properties.
A new Swedish quantum computer is being made available to the industry, accompanied by a test bed and a quantum helpdesk. The test bed will allow companies and researchers to solve problems using quantum technology at a significantly lower cost than existing commercial options.
Scientists have created a new class of nonvolatile memory devices using antiferromagnets that can store stable memory states and read them incredibly quickly. This breakthrough could lead to faster memory devices with performance beyond the terahertz regime.
Physicists at MIT and Caltech developed a new benchmarking protocol to characterize the fidelity of quantum analog simulators, enabling high precision characterization. The protocol analyzes random fluctuations in atomic-scale systems, revealing universal patterns that can be used to gauge the accuracy of these devices.
Engineers at Diraq and UNSW Sydney discovered a new way to precisely control single electrons in quantum dots using electric fields, which is less bulky and requires fewer parts. This breakthrough technique can help achieve the goal of fabricating billions of qubits on a single chip for commercial production.
COSMOCAT proposes using cosmic rays to transport random numbers, eliminating the need to send decryption keys and enhancing local device and network security. The system can be used alongside current wireless technologies, offering faster speeds and limited distance capabilities.
Researchers have developed a quantum computing architecture that enables directional photon emission, the first step toward extensible quantum interconnects. This breakthrough enables the creation of larger-scale devices by linking multiple processing modules along a common waveguide.
Scientists successfully created a light source that produced two entangled light beams using rubidium atoms. The entanglement was achieved by adding new detection steps to measure the quantum correlations in the amplitudes and phases of the fields generated, enabling applications in quantum computing, encryption, and metrology.
The proposed project relies on Tensor Network Theory (TNT) to calculate multidimensional problems, offering a less expensive and intensive method than standard computing. Researchers aim to successfully simulate turbulence in compressible fluids and combustion chemical reactions.
Researchers demonstrated high-visibility quantum interference between two independent semiconductor quantum dots, an important step toward scalable quantum networks. The observed interference visibility is up to 93%, paving the way for solid-state quantum networks with distances over 300 km.
Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory have developed a way to rotate a single molecule, europium complex, clockwise or counterclockwise on demand. This technology could lead to breakthroughs in microelectronics, quantum computing and more.
Assistant Professor Robert Rand at the University of Chicago received a three-year, $450,000 grant from the Air Force Office of Scientific Research. The funding will support his work on formal verification of the ZX-calculus, a graphical system for representing quantum programs.
Researchers compared two semiconductor simulation tools and found that the Fermi kinetics transport solver outperforms a commercial hydrodynamics software package in modeling electronic heat flow and electron temperature, particularly in high-speed applications. The custom-developed code converges faster and provides more consistent re...
Researchers have created a structure of linked vortices that cannot break apart due to their fundamental properties. This discovery has implications for quantum computing and particle physics, and could lead to more accurate logical operations in topological quantum computing.
Researchers have developed a scaled-up version of a probabilistic computer using stochastic spintronic devices, suitable for combinatorial optimization and machine learning. The new design combines conventional semiconductor chips with modified spintronic devices, achieving massive improvements in throughput and power consumption.
Researchers at Google Quantum AI used a quantum processor to create bound states of interacting photons, which survived in a chaotic regime. The discovery challenges previous assumptions and has implications for many-body quantum dynamics and fundamental physics discoveries.
Researchers at Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences have developed an integrated electro-optic modulator that can efficiently change the frequency and bandwidth of single photons on a chip. This device could be used for more advanced quantum computing and quantum networks.
Researchers at Tohoku University have discovered a new type of energy-band echo associated with the ultrafast dynamics of optically driven quasiparticles in crystalline solids. This discovery enables all-optical momentum-resolved spectroscopy even in strongly correlated systems, revolutionizing quantum technology.
A new quantum algorithm allows for the direct calculation of energy derivatives, a crucial step in molecular geometry optimization, using only one query on a quantum computer. This breakthrough enables the computation of energy derivatives with respect to nuclear coordinates in a single calculation.
Researchers at University of Notre Dame developed a transparent coating for windows that can block heat and save energy. The coating, called transparent radiative cooler (TRC), allows visible light in while keeping other heat-producing light out, reducing electric cooling costs by one-third in hot climates.
A team of quantum engineers at UNSW Sydney has developed a method to reset a quantum computer using a fast digital voltmeter to watch the temperature of an electron, reducing preparation errors from 20% to 1%. This innovation represents a modern twist on Maxwell's demon, a thought experiment that dates back to 1867.
Scientists at the University of Waterloo have developed a device that generates twisted neutrons with well-defined orbital angular momentum, enabling researchers to study next-generation quantum materials. The discovery provides an additional quantized degree of freedom for characterizing complicated materials.
Researchers at NIST created grids of quantum dots to study electron behavior in complex materials. The grids provided ideal conditions for electrons to behave like waves or get trapped in individual dots.
Harvard scientists create a high-performance on-chip femtosecond pulse source using a time lens, enabling broadband, high-intensity pulse sources. The device is highly tunable, integrated onto a small chip and requires reduced power compared to traditional table-top systems.
Researchers at Shinshu University demonstrate the transformation of isolated skyrmions into bimerons in a magnetic disk, showcasing a potential new operation for future computing architectures. The discovery opens up novel spintronic applications based on different topological spin textures.
A research team at Kennesaw State University, led by Assistant Professor Tu Nguyen, has received a $600,000 grant to explore quantum technologies for computing and networking. The project aims to create a new type of computing and networking system that can solve problems faster and more securely than current systems.
The book delves into the concept of emergence in two domains: condensed matter physics and quantum gravity. It reveals surprising connections between seemingly disparate areas of physics, shedding light on how mysterious materials work and the origins of space and time.
Researchers have designed a transparent window coating that can lower building temperatures without using energy. The coating blocks UV and near-infrared light while transmitting visible light, potentially reducing cooling energy consumption by 31% in hot cities.
The Arizona State University's Quantum Collaborative is a major initiative promoting understanding of advanced quantum technology and forging partnerships to advance it. The collaborative aims to develop a robust talent pipeline for a quantum-enabled economy through certifications, upskilling opportunities, and modified degree programs.
Researchers at MIT have developed a new approach to identify topological materials using machine learning and X-ray absorption spectroscopy. The method is over 90% accurate in identifying known topological materials and can predict properties of unknown compounds.
Researchers at Penn State have created a two-dimensional heterostructure by combining a topological insulator with a monolayer superconductor, demonstrating topological superconductivity and Ising-type superconductivity. The hybrid structure could pave the way for more stable quantum computers and explore Majorana fermions.
A University of Central Florida researcher is leading a $1.25 million project to map and manipulate materials at the nanoscale. The research aims to unlock new capabilities of materials at the nanoscale, potentially leading to new catalysts and compounds applicable in quantum science, renewable energy, life sciences and sustainability.
Researchers aim to use quantum computer-based AI to accelerate drug discovery, cutting costs and time by exponentially increasing processing power for complex problems. Quantum AI models have higher capability to approximate desired functionality compared to classical neural networks.
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have identified possible solutions to limitations of qubits for quantum computing. They successfully controlled temperature and movement of trapped electrons in a vacuum using hybrid quantum systems, paving the way for potential applications in quantum technology.
Researchers at Trinity College Dublin discovered that quantum computation may be used by the human brain, correlating with short-term memory performance and conscious awareness. This finding could enhance our understanding of brain functions and potentially lead to innovative technologies.
Researchers from Huazhong University of Science and Technology developed a scalable metalens array for optical addressing, enabling compact focusing of individual addressing beams onto quantum particles. The design features a periodical metalens molecule with a 'Z' shape, allowing for arbitrary focused spot arrays and low crosstalk.
A team of researchers at UNSW Sydney has broken new ground by proving that 'spin qubits' can hold information for up to two milliseconds, a significant improvement over previous benchmarks. By extending the coherence time, they enable more efficient quantum operations and better maintain information during calculations.
Physicists at Forschungszentrum Jülich and RWTH Aachen University have successfully transferred electrons over several micrometres on a quantum chip, paving the way for a scalable quantum computer architecture that can support millions of qubits. The 'quantum bus' approach enables the coupling of qubits without the need for extensive c...
The University of Texas at Dallas is receiving a $5 million NSF grant to advance quantum research and education. The grant aims to train the workforce needed for neutral-atom-based quantum information processing, which has immense potential to speed up computation.
Researchers at Toshiba Corporation achieved a breakthrough in quantum computer architecture with the development of a double-transmon coupler. This technology enables high-speed quantum computations with strong coupling and completely turns off residual coupling, improving accuracy and processing time.
Researchers at Rice University have discovered a unique arrangement of atoms in iron-germanium crystals that leads to a collective dance of electrons. The phenomenon, known as a charge density wave, occurs when the material is cooled to a critically low temperature and exhibits standing waves of fluid electrons.
Scientists have developed a magnetized state in monolayer tungsten ditelluride, allowing for controlled electron flow and potential applications in non-volatile memory chips. The discovery enables the creation of smaller, more energy-efficient devices that consume less power and dissipate less energy.
Researchers at NICT have developed a new systematic method to identify the optimal quantum operation sequence, enabling efficient task execution and contributing to improving quantum computer performance and reducing environmental impact. The method uses GRAPE algorithm to analyze all possible sequences of elementary quantum operations.
Researchers at Princeton University have discovered a new method to correct errors in quantum computers, potentially clearing a major obstacle. The technique increases the acceptable error rate four-fold, making it practical for current quantum systems.
Xiu Yang, a 2022 NSF CAREER award recipient, is working on an algorithmic approach to model and overcome hardware errors in quantum computing. He aims to enable the technology to achieve its promise of unparalleled speed in solving complex problems.
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute have successfully generated up to 14 entangled photons using a single atom, enabling efficient creation of quantum computer building blocks. This breakthrough could facilitate scalable measurement-based quantum computing and enable secure data transmission over greater distances.
Researchers discovered that a naturally insulating material, lanthanide-doped upconversion nanoparticle (UCNP), emits bursts of superfluorescence at room temperature and regular intervals. This property is valuable for quantum optical applications, such as faster microchips or neurosensors.
Researchers at Forschungszentrum Jülich have discovered how the topological properties of multilayer WTe2 systems can be changed by studying them under a scanning tunneling microscope. The study found that twisting the layers creates a moiré lattice that modulates electrical conductivity.