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Quantum transfer at the push of a button

Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a method to transmit quantum states deterministically over short distances, paving the way for more efficient and secure quantum computing and cryptography. The transmission rate reaches 80% fidelity, enabling entanglement creation between qubits up to 50,000 times per second.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature·DateJun 14, 2018

Three faculty members receive NSF Convergence grants

Penn State faculty members Ming Xiao, Heng Xu, and Jun Zhu receive NSF Convergence grants to support interdisciplinary research on permafrost coastal erosion, crowdsourcing research, and quantum science. The grants aim to bring together experts from various fields to address complex challenges and advance scientific discovery.

World's first demonstration of space quantum communication using a microsatellite

Scientists successfully demonstrated quantum communication between a satellite and a ground station, enabling the development of future satellite constellations. The technology uses lasers for high power efficiency and smaller terminals, facilitating the adoption of quantum key distribution for secure information transmission.

Random numbers: Hard times ahead for hackers

Researchers at the University of Geneva have created a self-testing quantum random number generator that ensures reliability and unpredictability. This device allows users to verify generated numbers in real-time, making it difficult for hackers to exploit bias or imperfections.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalPhysical Review Applied·DateMay 31, 2017

The 'great smoky dragon' of quantum physics

Recent study confirms wave-particle duality in quantum mechanics by recreating John Archibald Wheeler's 'great smoky dragon' thought experiment. The research demonstrates that the nature of light is not fixed until observed, with implications for quantum cryptography and computing.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalReviews of Modern Physics·DateMar 10, 2016

Three 'twisted' photons in 3 dimensions

Researchers have achieved a new milestone in quantum physics by entangling three particles of light in a high-dimensional quantum property. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize quantum encryption and secure communication, enabling multiple parties to share information with unconditional security.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalNature Photonics·DateFeb 29, 2016

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

Quantum cause and effect

Researchers at Perimeter Institute and IQC have discovered a new class of quantum advantages that allow for cause-effect correlation determination without intervention. This breakthrough has significance for both quantum information and quantum foundations, underpinning the promise of quantum technologies.

Electron pairs on demand

Researchers from Leibniz University Hannover and PTB have successfully demonstrated the on-demand emission of electron pairs from a semiconductor quantum dot. The resulting electron pairs were found to be spatially separated with over 90% efficiency, a crucial step towards future applications such as quantum computing and cryptography.

SourcePhysikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateDec 4, 2014

Squeezed quantum communication

Physicists successfully transmit a flash of light in a sensitive quantum state through the atmosphere, enabling secure quantum communication. The technology has potential advantages over current methods, including ability to transmit in sunlight and higher transmission rates.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateSep 9, 2014

Quantum cryptography for mobile phones

Researchers at the University of Bristol have developed a scheme to enable quantum cryptography on mobile phones, using photons as information carriers. This breakthrough technology has the potential to make secure communication available to the general public.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateApr 3, 2014

Quantum physics secures new cryptography scheme

Researchers have demonstrated a form of quantum cryptography that protects people doing business with others they may not trust. The protocol, known as 1-2 random oblivious transfer (ROT), allows two parties to securely exchange information without revealing their picks, making it ideal for secure identification and online transactions.

An infallible quantum measurement

Physicists at the University of Innsbruck have developed a new method to verify entanglement between several objects, using device-independent witnesses. This approach allows for high-confidence statements about entanglement with minimal assumptions.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Physics·DateAug 5, 2013

Just how secure is quantum cryptography?

Theorists have found new methods to determine the likelihood of quantum encryption scheme failure, enabling device-independent cryptography. This allows for the estimation of failure probabilities without relying on assumptions about the reliability of devices.

SourceOptica·DateMay 28, 2013

Space race under way to create quantum satellite

Researchers are pursuing a quantum satellite concept to establish a secure global quantum communication network by harnessing the signal's travel time in empty space. The team has emphasized precise alignment between the satellite and ground stations to ensure accurate measurement of photons.

SourceIOP Publishing·JournalPhysics World·DateFeb 28, 2013

Extending Einstein

Physicists have demonstrated a new type of quantum entanglement using three particles, building on Einstein's original ideas. This experiment may lead to the creation of hybrid quantum systems with multiple unique properties.

SourceUniversity of Calgary·JournalNature Physics·DateDec 14, 2012

Hi-fi single photons

A French team identified key parameters to generate high-fidelity single photons, crucial for quantum computing and communication. They simulated detector properties and experimental results to improve reliability.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateOct 4, 2012

Researchers unite to distribute quantum keys

The network, built by 41 organizations, allows for secure transmission of data beyond classical methods using quantum cryptography. The researchers achieved a record-breaking transmission capacity of up to 8 nodes with links ranging from 20 to 83 kilometers.

SourceIOP Publishing·JournalNew Journal of Physics·DateJul 2, 2009

Scientists demonstrate all-fiber quantum logic

Researchers at the University of Bristol have successfully implemented a high-fidelity fibre controlled-NOT gate using single photons in optical fibres. This achievement paves the way for more sophisticated quantum networks with increased range and potential applications in computing, communication, and advanced measurement.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalPhysical Review A·DateMay 28, 2009

Quantum cryptography

Researchers at Perimeter Institute outline a new aspect of Quantum Cryptography, improving the security of data transmission. The study demonstrates enhanced capabilities in quantum key distribution, paving the way for widespread adoption in secure communication networks.

SourcePerimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 5, 2005