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QuTech takes important step in quantum computing with error correction

Researchers at QuTech have successfully integrated high-fidelity operations on encoded quantum data with a scalable scheme for repeated stabilization. They demonstrate that it is possible to compute as well as encode and stabilize qubits, a crucial step towards developing fault-tolerant quantum computers.

SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 16, 2021
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How to transform vacancies into quantum information

Scientists have made a breakthrough in controlling the formation of vacancies in silicon carbide, a semiconductor material. The team's simulations tracked the pairing of individual vacancies into a divacancy and discovered the optimal temperatures for creating stable divacancies. This discovery could lead to highly sensitive sensors an...

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 15, 2021

Collaborative project of quantum computer developers

The ATIQ project aims to develop reliable, user-friendly quantum computing demonstrators based on ion trap technology within 30 months. The consortium will optimize hardware for applications in chemistry and finance, paving the way for new approaches in credit risk assessment.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·DateDec 10, 2021

A new super-cooled microwave source boosts the scale-up of quantum computers

Researchers at Aalto University have developed a precise microwave source that operates at extremely low temperatures, potentially removing the need for high-frequency control cables. The new device could enable larger quantum processors with more qubits, increasing their potential applications in fields like computing and sensing.

SourceAalto University·JournalNature Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 9, 2021

Crucial leap in error mitigation for quantum computers

Researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory's Advanced Quantum Testbed demonstrated a method to reduce error rates in quantum algorithms, leading to more accurate and stable computations. The technique, known as randomized compiling, can suppress one of the most severe types of errors: coherent errors.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review X·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 9, 2021
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Harvard-led researchers document the presence of quantum spin liquids, a never-before-seen state of matter

Researchers at Harvard have successfully observed quantum spin liquids, a previously unseen state of matter that has been elusive for nearly 50 years. By manipulating ultracold atoms in a programmable quantum simulator, the team was able to create and study this exotic state, which holds promise for advancing quantum technologies.

SourceHarvard University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 2, 2021

Shrinking qubits for quantum computing with atom-thin materials

Using 2D materials, researchers have built superconducting qubits that are significantly smaller than previous designs. The new capacitors store energy without interfering with qubit information storage. This breakthrough paves the way for smaller quantum computers and could lead to new applications of 2D materials.

SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNano Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 30, 2021
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Innovative chip built by UCPH physicists resolves quantum headache

Researchers at University of Copenhagen have developed a new quantum circuit that can operate and measure all four qubits simultaneously. This breakthrough resolves a significant engineering headache in the development of large functional quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalPRX Quantum·DateOct 29, 2021
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Connecting the dots between material properties and qubit performance

Scientists discovered structural and surface chemistry defects in superconducting niobium qubits that may cause loss. The study pinpointed these defects using state-of-the-art characterization capabilities at the Center for Functional Nanomaterials and National Synchrotron Light Source II.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalCommunications Materials·DateSep 30, 2021

Photonic chip is key to nurturing quantum computers

A team of researchers at Bristol's Quantum Engineering and Technology Labs has developed a silicon photonic chip that can protect quantum bits from errors using photons. This breakthrough could lead to the creation of more powerful quantum computers by reducing the fragility of qubits.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalNature Physics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 29, 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
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All-nitride superconducting qubit made on a silicon substrate

Researchers developed an all-nitride superconducting qubit using niobium nitride on a silicon substrate, achieving long coherence times of up to 22 microseconds. The breakthrough paves the way for large-scale integration and potential applications in quantum computers and nodes.

SourceNational Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT)·JournalCommunications Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 20, 2021

Researchers develop new tool for analyzing large superconducting circuits

Researchers developed a new tool to analyze large superconducting circuits, allowing for the extraction of quantitative information previously inaccessible. The method uses a variational tight-binding approach to simulate circuit behavior, paving the way for further advancements in quantum computing.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalPhysical Review Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 13, 2021

University professor helps make breakthrough achievement in quantum computing

A UTSA researcher has developed a theory behind the record-setting experiment, which demonstrates the most accurate entangling gate without lasers. This achievement enables more cost-effective and easier-to-use quantum computers, with potential applications in fields such as science, engineering, and finance.

SourceUniversity of Texas at San Antonio·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 9, 2021
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Quantum networks in our future

Researchers propose a time-sensitive network control plane as a key component of quantum networks, enabling real-time control and low costs. Industry applications include cybersecurity through quantum key distribution, but standardization and certification are needed.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalAVS Quantum Science·DateAug 31, 2021

Russian physicists mix classical light with half a photon on a qubit

A Russian-U.K. research team has proposed a theoretical description for the new effect of quantum wave mixing involving classical and nonclassical states of microwave radiation. The study builds on earlier experiments on artificial atoms, which serve as qubits for quantum computers and probes fundamental laws of nature.

SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalPhysical Review A·TypeMeta-analysis·DateAug 31, 2021

Home-grown semiconductors for faster, smaller electronics

Researchers create transistors with an ultra-thin metal gate grown as part of the semiconductor crystal, eliminating oxidation scattering. This design improves device performance in high-frequency applications, quantum computing, and qubit applications.

SourceARC Centre of Excellence in Future Low-Energy Electronics Technologies·JournalApplied Physics Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 19, 2021

‘Missing jigsaw piece’: engineers make critical advance in quantum computer design

Quantum engineers at the University of New South Wales have discovered a new technique to control millions of spin qubits, a critical step towards building a practical quantum computer. This breakthrough uses a novel component called a dielectric resonator to focus microwave power and deliver uniform magnetic fields across the chip.

SourceUniversity of New South Wales·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 13, 2021
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New viable means of storing information for quantum technologies?

Researchers have successfully demonstrated a new type of qubit that stores information in the oscillation amplitude of carbon nanotubes. This innovation has the potential to improve reliability in quantum computation by reducing interaction with the environment. However, experimental verification is still pending.

SourceCNRS·JournalPhysical Review X·DateAug 3, 2021

Emergent magnetic monopoles isolated using quantum-annealing computer

Researchers isolated emergent magnetic monopoles, a class of quasiparticles, by exploiting collective dynamics of qubits on a D-Wave quantum annealer. This breakthrough demonstrates the control and study of monopoles, which have been hypothesized but elusive until now.

SourceDOE/Los Alamos National Laboratory·JournalScience·DateJul 15, 2021
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Harvard-led physicists take big step in race to quantum computing

Researchers have developed a programmable quantum simulator capable of operating with 256 qubits, a significant advancement in the field of quantum computing. The system enables the study of complex quantum processes and has already allowed for the observation of exotic quantum states of matter.

SourceHarvard University·JournalNature·DateJul 9, 2021

Unfinding a split electron

Researchers from Austria, Copenhagen, and Madrid found that a valid signal for Majorana zero modes, crucial for topological qubits, can be a false flag. By varying the nanowire setup, they discovered that a specific architecture causes a mimicking signal, leading to a crucial step forward in understanding nanowires.

SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalScience·DateJul 1, 2021

Scientists discover new type of quasiparticle

Researchers at NUST MISIS and other institutions have experimentally proved the existence of a new type of quasiparticle - doublon topological excitations - in qubit chains. This discovery could be a step towards disorder-robust quantum metamaterials.

SourceNational University of Science and Technology MISIS·JournalPhysical Review B·DateJun 29, 2021
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New invention keeps qubits of light stable at room temperature

Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have developed a new technique to store qubits of light at room temperature, a major breakthrough in quantum research. This innovation enables the storage of qubits for milliseconds instead of microseconds, saving power and resources.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 17, 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

Quantum computing with holes

Researchers created a new qubit by manipulating hole spins in a germanium layer, enabling faster processing speeds and reduced magnetic field requirements. This breakthrough could lead to the development of more efficient quantum computers combining semiconductors and superconductors.

SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalNature Materials·DateJun 3, 2021

UArizona engineers demonstrate a quantum advantage

Researchers experimentally show that quantum methods have an advantage over classical counterparts in sensor classification, reducing errors by a small margin. The discovery opens up possibilities for real-world applications such as biomedical imaging and autonomous driving.

SourceUniversity of Arizona College of Engineering·JournalPhysical Review X·DateJun 1, 2021
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A path to graphene topological qubits

Researchers have successfully demonstrated the coexistence of magnetism and superconductivity in graphene, opening a pathway towards graphene-based topological qubits. This breakthrough finding enables the creation of Yu-Shiba-Rusinov states, which are crucial for achieving topological superconductivity.

SourceAalto University·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateApr 28, 2021

Materials advances are key to development of quantum hardware

Researchers emphasize the need for material advances in quantum computing hardware to create complex qubits. The study explores various materials and proposes strategies for tackling technological challenges. Sophisticated control of these materials is crucial for achieving quantum advantage.

SourcePrinceton University·JournalScience·DateApr 19, 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

Student's second-year homework picked up by Amazon quantum researchers

Researchers have optimized a second-year physics project to effectively double its capacity to correct errors in quantum machines. The simple yet ingenious change has been adopted by Amazon's quantum computing program and Yale University, enabling a shorter timeline for achieving scalable quantum computation.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 12, 2021

Spin defects under control

The team successfully controlled spin defects in a layered crystal of boron nitride, even at room temperature. This achievement opens up new avenues for precise measurements of local electromagnetic fields, with potential applications in medicine, navigation, and information technology.

SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 6, 2021
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Researchers extend the life of a dipolar molecule

Harvard University researchers have extended the lifespan of a dipolar molecule, enabling stable qubits for quantum computing and simulation applications. The new method allows for controlled individual atom interactions, granting scientists a key resource for molecule-based quantum information processing.

SourceHarvard University·DateApr 5, 2021

Spin-to-charge conversion achieves 95% overall qubit readout fidelity

Researchers develop innovative spin-to-charge conversion method to achieve high-fidelity readout of qubits, surpassing traditional resonance fluorescence method with an error rate of 4.6%. This breakthrough enables the realization of fault-tolerant quantum computing and improves detection efficiency for quantum sensors.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 1, 2021

Study shows promise of quantum computing using factory-made silicon chips

A single qubit on a standard silicon transistor chip has been successfully demonstrated as 'quantum capable' in a new study. The researchers were able to isolate and measure the quantum state of a single electron in a silicon transistor manufactured using existing manufacturing processes.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalPRX Quantum·DateMar 31, 2021
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Optical fiber could boost power of superconducting quantum computers

Physicists at NIST have developed a system that uses optical fiber to control and read out a superconducting qubit, enabling the creation of a more powerful quantum computer. The method allows for the conversion of light signals into microwaves, which can be used to store and process information.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalNature·DateMar 24, 2021

Semiconductor qubits scale in two dimensions

Researchers from QuTech at Delft University of Technology successfully demonstrated the control and coupling of four-qubit gates in a two-dimensional array of germanium-based semiconductor qubits. This achievement marks an important step toward dense, extended, two-dimensional semiconductor qubit grids.

SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalNature·DateMar 24, 2021

Solving 'barren plateaus' is the key to quantum machine learning

Researchers have established theorems that guarantee whether a given machine learning algorithm will work as it scales up on larger computers. This breakthrough solves a key problem of useability for quantum machine learning and takes an important step toward achieving quantum advantage.

SourceDOE/Los Alamos National Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 19, 2021
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Army, Air Force fund research to pursue quantum computing

Researchers have made a breakthrough in developing passive quantum error correction, which could enable the creation of fault-tolerant quantum computers. The technology has the potential to revolutionize various fields, including artificial intelligence, materials science, and biochemical engineering.

SourceU.S. Army Research Laboratory·JournalNature·DateMar 16, 2021

Sweden's quantum computer project shifts up a gear

The Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology is doubling its annual budget to SEK 80 million, enabling the development of a more powerful quantum computer. The new funding will focus on improving qubit quality and software, with plans to increase the number of researchers from 60 to 100.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·DateMar 15, 2021

Demonstration of the universal quantum error correcting code with superconducting qubits

Researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China and Tsinghua University successfully implement a five-qubit quantum error correcting code using superconducting qubits. They achieve high fidelity logical state preparation with an average value of 98.6%, verifying the viability of experimental realization of quantum erro...

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateMar 15, 2021

Breakthrough lays groundwork for future quantum networks

Researchers successfully transferred entangled qubit states through a communication cable, paving the way for future quantum networks. The team achieved entanglement amplification via the cable, using superconducting qubits, and demonstrated a system that can send entangled quantum states with minimal loss of information.

SourceU.S. Army Research Laboratory·JournalNature·DateMar 11, 2021
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Quantum systems learn joint computing

Researchers at Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics successfully interconnected two qubits over a 60-meter distance, enabling the first prototype of a distributed quantum computer. The breakthrough opens up a new development path for distributed quantum computing, potentially leading to more powerful systems.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalScience·DateFeb 24, 2021

Blueprint for fault-tolerant qubits

Researchers at Forschungszentrum Jülich and RWTH Aachen University have proposed a circuit for quantum computers that inherently protects against common errors through passive error correction. This design enables the creation of a large number of qubits, crucial for building a universal quantum computer.

SourceForschungszentrum Juelich·JournalPhysical Review X·DateFeb 18, 2021

Quantum computer based on Rydberg atoms on the way to prototype

Scientists have successfully demonstrated a quantum computer demonstrator using Rydberg atoms, which can perform computing operations with high precision and scalability. The research uses sophisticated laser systems to control and entangle qubits, paving the way for the development of a functional quantum computer.

SourceUniversitaet Stuttgart·DateFeb 18, 2021
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New physics rules tested on quantum computer

A team of researchers used a quantum computer to explore non-Hermitian quantum mechanics and demonstrated experimental results that are forbidden by regular Hermitian quantum theory. They also showed that entanglement can be altered in a way that is not possible under regular quantum physics.

SourceAalto University·JournalCommunications Physics·DateFeb 15, 2021

Applying quantum computing to a particle process

A Berkeley Lab team successfully simulated a complex aspect of particle collisions using a quantum algorithm, accounting for neglected quantum effects. The researchers' approach meshes quantum and classical computing, allowing for efficient resources and improved accuracy.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateFeb 12, 2021

UMass Amherst team helps demonstrate spontaneous quantum error correction

Researchers from UMass Amherst have successfully demonstrated spontaneous quantum error correction, a significant breakthrough in the development of powerful fault-tolerant quantum computers. This achievement paves the way for potential advances in fields like new materials discovery, artificial intelligence, and biochemical engineering.

SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalNature·DateFeb 11, 2021