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Longevity biotech startup Gero demonstrates the power of quantum computing in drug design

A hybrid quantum-classical machine-learning model was used to generate novel chemical structures for potential drugs, suggesting unique compounds with biologically active properties. The system successfully proposed 2,331 novel molecules with high novelty, paving the way for a dramatic acceleration of drug discovery.

SourceGero·JournalScientific Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 13, 2023

Better and faster design of organic light-emitting materials with machine learning and quantum computing

A joint research team has developed a novel approach combining machine learning with quantum-classical computational molecular design to accelerate the discovery of efficient OLED emitters. The optimal OLED emitter discovered is a deuterated derivative of Alq₃, which is both extremely efficient at emitting light and synthesizable.

SourceIntelligent Computing·JournalIntelligent Computing·DateJul 12, 2023

Rice U.’s Songtao Chen wins NSF CAREER Award

Songtao Chen, an assistant professor at Rice University, has won a prestigious NSF CAREER Award to study the interaction between photons and T center qubits. The research aims to address signal-loss during transmission, which is crucial for large-scale implementation of quantum communication.

Scientists edge toward scalable quantum simulations on a photonic chip

Researchers from the University of Rochester have made an important step toward developing computers advanced enough to simulate complex natural phenomena at the quantum level. They developed a new chip-scale optical quantum simulation system that could help make such a system feasible, using photonics-based synthetic dimensions.

SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalNature Photonics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 29, 2023

Open-source software to speed up quantum research

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed open-source software, SuperConga, to explore new superconducting properties and advance quantum computing. The program operates at the mesoscopic level, enabling simulations that can 'pick up' the strange properties of quantum particles.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalApplied Physics Reviews·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 20, 2023

New superconducting diode could improve performance of quantum computers and artificial intelligence

A University of Minnesota team developed a new superconducting diode that is more energy efficient and versatile than past models. The device can process multiple electrical signals at once and has gates to control the flow of energy, which could enable faster quantum computers for industry use and enhance AI performance.

SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2023

Quantum computers are better at guessing, new study demonstrates

Researchers at USC Viterbi School of Engineering achieved a quantum speedup advantage in a bitstring guessing game, managing strings up to 26 bits long by suppressing errors. The study demonstrates that with proper error control, quantum computers can execute complete algorithms with better scaling, even in the NISQ era.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 5, 2023

Scepticism about Microsoft results

Researchers at the University of Basel have questioned Microsoft's claims of detecting Majorana particles, suggesting alternative explanations for the anomaly and superconducting properties detected in experiments. The team's calculations show that disorder in the nanowire could be responsible for the observed effects.

SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMay 26, 2023

Researchers at the Faculty of Physics of the University of Warsaw have created a new, highly efficient converter of quantum information carriers

A new technique developed by researchers at the University of Warsaw's Faculty of Physics allows for up to a 200-fold change in pulse duration with an efficiency of 25 percent. This enables quantum Internet links to operate up to 50 times faster, contributing to the development of superfast quantum connections.

SourceUniversity of Warsaw, Faculty of Physics·JournalNature Photonics·DateMay 25, 2023

Boost for the quantum internet

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have created a fully functioning quantum repeater node, enabling entanglement creation and swapping over 50 kilometers. This breakthrough demonstrates the feasibility of connecting distant cities through secure, high-performance quantum communication networks.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 23, 2023

Quan­tum com­puter in reverse gear

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have developed reversible parity gates for integer factorization using quantum computers. This breakthrough enables the solution of a crucial pillar of cryptography, allowing for faster and more efficient factorization.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalCommunications Physics·DateMay 4, 2023

Ultra-miniaturized non-classical light sources for quantum devices

The researchers developed a method to create ultracompact photonic crystal cavities that can generate entangled photons. The discovery is crucial for the development of quantum computing and sensing applications. By controlling the cavity's properties, they can efficiently convert pump power into coherent light.

SourceInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers·JournalIEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Quantum Electronics·TypeNews article·DateApr 20, 2023

Two qudits fully entangled

The team successfully entangled two qudits with unprecedented performance, enabling faster and more robust quantum computing. This breakthrough could lead to significant advancements in fields like chemistry and physics.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 20, 2023

Absolute zero in the quantum computer

Researchers at TU Wien develop a quantum version of the third law of thermodynamics, finding that absolute zero is theoretically attainable but requires infinite energy, time, or complexity. This breakthrough reconciles quantum physics with thermodynamics, paving the way for the development of practical quantum computers.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalPRX Quantum·DateApr 4, 2023

DMI allows magnon-magnon coupling in hybrid perovskites

A team of researchers has created a mixed magnon state in an organic hybrid perovskite material by harnessing the Dzyaloshinskii–Moriya-Interaction. This allows for magnon-magnon coupling, which is crucial for processing and storing quantum computing information. The work expands the number of potential materials for creating hybrid ma...

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 4, 2023

Fujitsu and Osaka University develop new quantum computing architecture, accelerating progress toward practical application of quantum computers

The new architecture reduces physical qubits required for error correction to 10% of conventional architectures, enabling better performance than classical computers. This breakthrough accelerates progress toward practical quantum computing, with the aim of applying quantum computing applications to various societal issues.

Scientists open door to manipulating ‘quantum light’

Researchers at the University of Sydney and the University of Basel have demonstrated the ability to manipulate and identify small numbers of interacting photons with high correlation. This achievement represents a significant step towards advancing medical imaging and quantum computing technologies.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 20, 2023

Small but mighty: new superconducting amplifiers deliver high performance at lower power consumption

Researchers have developed a new concept for superconducting microwave low-noise amplifiers with significantly lower power consumption. The SIS amplifier has been successfully demonstrated with high-performance gain below 5 GHz and comparable noise temperature to cooled semiconductor amplifiers, with potential applications in radio ast...

SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalApplied Physics Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 20, 2023

Researchers take a step towards turning interactions that normally ruin quantum information into a way of protecting it

Researchers developed a technique to predict how quantum systems behave when connected to their environment, turning a problem into a solution. The approach combines techniques from quantum many-body physics and non-Hermitian quantum physics, providing a crucial tool for real-world applications of quantum technology.

SourceAalto University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 8, 2023

HRL Laboratories silicon encoded spin qubits achieve universality

HRL Laboratories has demonstrated universal control of encoded spin qubits using a novel silicon-based qubit device architecture. The achievement offers a strong pathway toward scalable fault tolerance and computational advantage in quantum computing, with potential applications in materials development, drug discovery, and mitigating ...

SourceHRL Laboratories·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 6, 2023

Theory can sort order from chaos in complex quantum systems

A new mathematical theory developed by scientists at Rice University and Oxford University can predict the nature of motions in complex quantum systems. The theory applies to any sufficiently complex quantum system and may give insights into building better quantum computers, designing solar cells, or improving battery performance.

SourceRice University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 23, 2023

Story tips from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, February 2023

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.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalChemical Science·DateFeb 15, 2023

Researchers detail never-before-seen properties in a family of superconducting Kagome metals

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.

SourceBrown University·JournalPhysical Review Research·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 10, 2023