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Researchers find topological phenomena at high, technologically relevant frequencies

A collaborative study from the University of Pennsylvania demonstrates topological control capabilities in an acoustic system at technologically relevant frequencies. The researchers have successfully shown that topological phenomena occur at higher frequency ranges, enabling unique signal propagation properties.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalNature Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2022

Growing extremely tiny, uniformly sized diamonds — without explosives

Researchers have created ultra-uniform nanodiamonds using a new chemical process that mimics the conditions found in natural diamond formation. The tiny crystals are crucial for drug delivery, sensors, and quantum computer processors. With this breakthrough, scientists can now control single atoms within larger structures.

SourceAmerican Chemical Society·DateMar 23, 2022

Quantum sensors: Measuring even more precisely

Physicists at the University of Innsbruck have developed a programmable quantum sensor that can measure with even greater precision, using tailored entanglement to optimize performance. The sensor autonomously finds its optimal settings through free parameters, promising a significant advantage over classical computers.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 23, 2022

Physicists shed light on the darkness

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have successfully manipulated dark states in superconducting circuits using microwave radiation. The team's discovery opens up new possibilities for quantum simulations and information processing, which could have significant implications for fields such as chemistry and materials science.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 14, 2022
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Quantum errors made more tolerable

Researchers at ETH Zurich have successfully implemented a novel measurement scheme for finite-energy states, extending the coherence time of a trapped ion quantum oscillator by a factor of three. This breakthrough addresses a major challenge in quantum computing and brings us closer to enabling fault-tolerant quantum computers.

SourceETH Zurich Department of Physics·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 7, 2022

NSF funds Rice effort to measure, preserve quantum entanglement

Physicist Guido Pagano has won a prestigious CAREER award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to study quantum entanglement and develop new error-correcting tools for quantum computation. He aims to understand how measurement affects entangled systems and create tools to correct errors caused by quantum decoherence.

SourceRice University·DateJan 13, 2022

A-list candidate for fault-free quantum computing delivers surprise

Physicists at Rice University have found telltale signs of antiferromagnetic spin fluctuations coupled to superconductivity in uranium ditelluride, a rare material promising fault-free quantum computing. The discovery upends the leading explanation of how this state of matter arises in the material.

SourceRice University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 22, 2021
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Quantum marbles in a bowl of light

Researchers investigate Mandelstam-Tamm limit, finding minimum time for quantum information change depends on energy uncertainty, and second speed limit emerges when energy uncertainty exceeds average energy of atom. This discovery proves fundamental limits to quantum computers' processing power.

SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 22, 2021

Polariton parametric oscillator in perovskite microcavity

Researchers have developed a room-temperature perovskite polariton parametric oscillator, enabling scalable and low-threshold nonlinear devices. This breakthrough offers possibilities for the development of cost-effective and integrated polaritonic devices.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 9, 2021

To capture single photons, researchers create an interference ‘wall’

Theorists at the University of Chicago have developed a new scheme for trapping single photons in a cavity, creating a 'wall' that prevents further photons from entering. This mechanism allows two sources to emit selected photons into a cavity before destructive interference cancels them out.

SourceUniversity of Chicago·JournalScience Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 3, 2021

Researchers disentangle quantum machine learning

A recent study published in PRX Quantum reveals that quantum machine learning algorithms are hindered by excessive entanglement, leading to a phenomenon known as barren plateaus. By limiting depth and connectivity, researchers propose a solution to avoid these regimes and successfully train quantum neural networks.

SourceCentre for Quantum Computation & Communication Technology·JournalPRX Quantum·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 8, 2021

A superconducting silicon-photonic chip for quantum communication

Researchers have developed a superconducting silicon-photonic chip for quantum communication, enabling optimal Bell-state measurement of time-bin encoded qubits. This breakthrough enhances the key rate of secure quantum communication and removes detector side-channel attacks, significantly increasing security.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 1, 2021
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Trapping spins with sound

Scientists demonstrate acoustic manipulation of electron spins in silicon carbide, enabling efficient control of magnetic quantum properties. The technique uses surface acoustic waves to tune the spin state, preventing information loss and paving the way for more affordable quantum technologies.

SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 1, 2021

Pasqal announces new machine learning protocol for comparing complex graph-based data on quantum systems

Pasqal has published a paper in the APS Physics journal presenting a new machine learning protocol called Quantum Evolution Kernel (QEK) for measuring similarity between graph-structured data on quantum computers. QEK is stable against detection error and comparable to state-of-the-art graph kernels on classical systems.

SourceHKA Marketing Communications·JournalPhysical Review A·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 28, 2021

Skoltech scientists use supercomputer to probe limits of Google’s quantum processor

Researchers used a supercomputer to emulate Google's quantum processor and discovered a reachability deficit, a performance limitation induced by a problem's constraint-to-variable ratio. The study showed that future experiments will require significantly more quantum resources to overcome this limit.

SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalQuantum·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 22, 2021

Light does the twist for quantum computing

Researchers generate circularly polarized light at room temperature, a breakthrough for optical quantum information processing. The device uses strained semiconductors to produce twisting 'chiral' valley-polarized light, promising vast data storage capabilities.

SourceNagoya University·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 13, 2021

Layered graphene with a twist displays unique quantum confinement in 2-D

Scientists detected electronic and optical interlayer resonances in bilayer graphene by twisting one layer 30 degrees, resulting in increased interlayer spacing that influences electron motion. This understanding could inform the design of future quantum technologies for more powerful computing and secure communication.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateAug 23, 2021
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UVA research group opens a path toward quantum computing in real-world conditions

A UVA research group has developed a scalable quantum computing platform using photonic devices, reducing the number of devices needed to achieve quantum speed. The team created a quantum source in an optical microresonator on a chip, generating 40 qumodes and verifying the generation of multiplexed quantum modes.

SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 20, 2021

Accessing high-spins in an artificial atom

Osaka University researchers demonstrate the readout of spin-polarized multielectron states composed of three or four electrons on a semiconductor quantum dot. This breakthrough may lead to quantum computers utilizing high-spin states, enabling faster and higher-capacity processing.

SourceOsaka University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 19, 2021

Scalable quantum computing research supported by $2 million grant

A UC Riverside materials scientist has received a $2 million grant to improve the scalability of quantum computers, allowing them to operate at room temperature. The project aims to create design guidelines and manufacturing strategies for hybrid organic-inorganic structures that can produce quantum computers on a larger scale.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·DateAug 17, 2021
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DTU researchers tighten grip on quantum computer

The DTU researchers have developed a universal measurement-based optical quantum computer platform, enabling the execution of any arbitrary algorithm. The platform is scalable to thousands of qubits and can be connected directly to a future quantum Internet.

SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 13, 2021

Researchers realize unconventional coherent control of solid-state spin qubits

Researchers have developed an unconventional method for controlling solid-state spin qubits using anti-Strokes (AS) excitation, which reduces the energy requirement compared to conventional Strokes excitation. This breakthrough enables improved quantum information processing and high-sensitivity quantum sensing capabilities.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 9, 2021

Researchers first achieve quantum information masking experimentally

The team achieved the first experimental demonstration of quantum information masking, a new protocol for transferring quantum information between multiple carriers. The fidelity of the entangled state was 97.7%, enabling secure transmission of simple images for three-party quantum secret sharing.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMay 18, 2021

A molecule that responds to light

Researchers at KIT and Chimie ParisTech/CNRS create light-addressable qubit using europium(III) rare-earth ions, advancing quantum computer development. The molecule's nuclear spin levels can be polarized with light, enabling efficient processing of data in parallel.

SourceKarlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 13, 2021
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New study highlights importance of context to physical theories

A Swansea University scientist's research explores how geometrical characteristics affect physical theories, revealing the need for contextual understanding in quantum mechanics. The study determines the structural properties that make a theory prone to contextuality.

SourceSwansea University·JournalPRX Quantum·DateFeb 26, 2021

Controlling fully integrated nanodiamonds

Researchers integrate nanodiamonds into nanophotonic circuits, controlling individual photons and spin states, enabling high-sensitivity magnetic field sensors and new applications in quantum technologies.

SourceUniversity of Münster·JournalNano Letters·DateNov 23, 2020

Avoiding environmental losses in quantum information systems

Researchers have discovered a method to prepare robust initial states in quantum information systems, minimizing unwanted transitions and preserving quantum information. This breakthrough could enable more complex operations in quantum computing.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateSep 28, 2020

The return of the spin echo

A research team has discovered a remarkable echo effect in phosphorus atoms on silicon, allowing for the detection of multiple spin echoes. This effect is due to strong coupling between atomic spins and microwave photons, enabling the processing of quantum information.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateSep 24, 2020

First ever observation of 'time crystals' interacting

Researchers have successfully observed the interaction of two time crystals, a major breakthrough that could lead to applications in quantum information processing. The discovery showcases controlled interactions between time crystals, a crucial step towards harnessing their potential.

SourceLancaster University·JournalNature Materials·DateAug 17, 2020
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'Giant atoms' enable quantum processing and communication in one

MIT researchers develop an on-off system that allows for low-error quantum computations and rapid sharing of quantum information between processors. The system uses 'giant atoms' made from superconducting qubits, enabling high-fidelity operations and interconnection between processors.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateJul 29, 2020

Researchers find safeguards for quantum communications

Army researchers have developed a new way to protect and safeguard quantum information, allowing for more efficient and secure communication. By understanding and removing certain types of noise in quantum channels, the team can convert bad noise into good noise with the addition of a cheap extra component.

SourceU.S. Army Research Laboratory·JournalNew Journal of Physics·DateJul 8, 2020

Exciting apparatus helps atoms see the light

Researchers at OIST have created a new platform for quantum information processing using Rydberg atoms near nanometer-thin optical fibers. The ability to control these hyper-sensitive atoms could revolutionize material and drug discoveries and provide more secure quantum communication.

SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalPhysical Review Research·DateMar 4, 2020

Coherent phonon dynamics realized in spatially separated mechanical resonators

Scientists have demonstrated tunable coherent phonon dynamics in nanomechanical resonators, enabling new possibilities for information storage and processing. The work shows high cooperativity and large coupling strength between non-neighbouring phonon modes.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 3, 2020
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Diabolical points in coupled active cavities with quantum emitters

Researchers from Chinese Academy of Sciences have successfully demonstrated diabolical points (DPs) in two strongly coupled microdisks with embedded quantum dots. The system enables a controllable phase shift between the microdisks, indicating potential applications in directional laser and quantum phase control.

SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·DateJan 15, 2020

Quantum computers learn to mark their own work

Researchers at University of Warwick develop protocol to measure how close a quantum computer's answer is to correct ones. This helps confirm if quantum computer has outperformed classical computers, so-called quantum supremacy.

SourceUniversity of Warwick·JournalNew Journal of Physics·DateNov 18, 2019

Next-generation single-photon source for quantum information science

University of Illinois researchers Kwiat and Kaneda have built a single-photon source that produces 30 photons at unprecedented efficiencies. By using time multiplexing, they reduced the loss rate to 1.2 percent per cycle, guaranteeing at least one photon pair production per run.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalScience Advances·DateOct 4, 2019
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Tunable optical chip paves way for new quantum devices

Scientists demonstrate a new type of quantum device using a silicon carbide photonic integrated chip that can be tunable, paving the way for next-generation quantum information processing devices. The approach overcomes some of the fragility drawbacks of previously reported SiC platforms.

SourceOptica·JournalOptics Letters·DateOct 2, 2019

New research unlocks properties for quantum information storage and computing

Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have discovered a way to manipulate tungsten diselenide to enable faster, more efficient computing and quantum information processing. The findings lay the foundation for future development of next-generation computing and storage devices.

SourceRensselaer Polytechnic Institute·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 6, 2019
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Singapore and Australian scientists build a machine to see all possible futures

Researchers from Nanyang Technological University and Griffith University have developed a prototype quantum device that can examine all possible futures by placing them in a quantum superposition. This allows for the simulation of statistical futures and could enable more efficient learning in artificial intelligence algorithms.

SourceNanyang Technological University - School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 12, 2019

Speed of light: Toward a future quantum internet

Researchers have demonstrated proof-of-principle for an all-photonic quantum repeater, a critical step in long-distance quantum communication. This technology could enable faster and more secure global quantum Internet applications.

SourceUniversity of Toronto Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 28, 2019

Researchers demonstrate new building block in quantum computing

The researchers successfully demonstrated a new level of control over photons encoded with quantum information, performing distinct operations on two qubits in parallel. This breakthrough enables universal quantum computing and improves energy efficiency, stability, and control.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalOptica·DateDec 4, 2018

A two-atom quantum duet

Scientists at Institute for Basic Science achieved a breakthrough in shielding quantum properties by packing two atoms together, protecting fragile states 20 times longer than one atom. This development enables the exploration of single atoms as quantum bits for future information processing.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalScience Advances·DateNov 9, 2018
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Shielded quantum bits

A team of physicists at the University of Konstanz has developed a theoretical concept to shield electric and magnetic noise, extending the coherence time of spin qubits. This enables thousands of computer operations to be carried out in fractions of a second, paving the way for more efficient quantum computing.

SourceUniversity of Konstanz·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateOct 26, 2018

New photonic chip promises more robust quantum computers

Researchers have developed a topological photonic chip to process quantum information, demonstrating high-fidelity quantum interference and paving the way for scalable quantum computers. The breakthrough could lead to new materials, generation computers, and deeper understanding of fundamental science.

SourceCentre for Quantum Computation & Communication Technology·JournalScience Advances·DateSep 14, 2018

Scientists pump up chances for quantum computing

The team's device can produce one billion electrons per second and uses quantum mechanics to control them. This breakthrough paves the way for future quantum information processing applications, including defence, cybersecurity and encryption.

SourceUniversity of Adelaide·JournalNano Letters·DateJul 3, 2018
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Forging a quantum leap in quantum communication

Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have introduced a method that overcomes the speed limit of quantum communication, enabling data transfer to increase by more than 5 orders of magnitude. This breakthrough uses direct optical nonlinearity to process quantum information in the optical regime, preserving its enormous bandwidth.

SourceBar-Ilan University·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 9, 2018

Quantum noise reduction method for enhanced precision in atomic clocks

Researchers develop a new approach to analyze and reduce quantum noise in atomic systems, known as spin squeezing, which enhances measurement reliability at the quantum scale. The method involves redistributing uncertainty between two components of spin, improving precision and potentially enabling future quantum networks.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateDec 22, 2017

Enhancing the quantum sensing capabilities of diamond

Scientists create dense ensembles of quantum spins in diamond with high resolution, enabling enhanced sensors and resources for quantum technologies. Nitrogen-Vacancy (NV) defects are used to measure magnetic fields and quantum computing, thanks to their unique properties such as long coherence times at room temperature.

SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateNov 22, 2017
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Quantum internet goes hybrid

ICFO researchers have successfully connected two distinct quantum nodes using a single photon, demonstrating the feasibility of hybrid quantum networks. This breakthrough enables secure data transmission and advanced computing capabilities.

SourceICFO-The Institute of Photonic Sciences·JournalNature·DateNov 22, 2017

Ultracold molecules hold promise for quantum computing

Researchers at MIT have successfully created a platform to store and process quantum information using ultracold molecules, which can retain their information for hundreds of times longer than previously achieved. The breakthrough could enable thousands of quantum computations in sequence within a second of coherence.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateJul 27, 2017
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Towards largest-possible separation between quantum and classical query complexities

Researchers from Tsinghua University and Southern University of Science and Technology successfully experimentally studied the Forrelation problem in a 3-qubit nuclear magnetic resonance quantum information processor. The study aimed to find the largest possible separation between quantum and classical query complexities, with potentia...

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·DateApr 28, 2017

In a quantum race everyone is both a winner and a loser

Physicists use a new measurement technique to observe Alice winning and losing a quantum race simultaneously, verifying superposition. This breakthrough opens up new areas for study in quantum mechanics, including the role of causal relations.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalScience Advances·DateMar 24, 2017

Will androids dream of quantum sheep?

Researchers have discovered that quantum devices can process information more efficiently than classical devices by harnessing quantum theory. This breakthrough could lead to significant advancements in fields such as artificial intelligence and machine learning.

SourceCentre for Quantum Technologies at the National University of Singapore·Journalnpj Quantum Information·DateFeb 13, 2017