Researchers at the University of Sydney and Microsoft have created a single chip that can generate control signals for thousands of qubits, revolutionizing quantum computing. This breakthrough resolves a key limitation to scaling up quantum machines, paving the way for more powerful computers.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalNature Electronics·DateFeb 1, 2021
The researchers propose creating quantum bits by implanting magnetic atoms into a crystal lattice, enabling faster and more defined qubits. This design concept addresses the stability issue of traditional quantum computers, making them less error-prone and up to ten times faster.
SourcePaul Scherrer Institute·JournalPRX Quantum·DateJan 22, 2021
Boulat Bash demonstrates how quantum methods can substantially increase reliable information sending over covert channels. By applying quantum resources to sensing, he identifies the 'sweet spot' where high noise and low power levels are beneficial for covert operations.
SourceUniversity of Arizona College of Engineering·DateJan 20, 2021
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Researchers at the University of Tartu have discovered a way to create ultrafast optical quantum computers using rare earth ions. The new method uses microcrystals synthesised on the basis of mixed optical fluoride crystal matrices, enabling faster computation and fewer errors compared to earlier solutions.
SourceEstonian Research Council·JournalOptics Communications·DateJan 15, 2021
Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have successfully entangled two quantum bits coded on a lattice, a crucial resource for quantum computers. This achievement demonstrates key technology for future fault-tolerant quantum computers using lattice surgery.
SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature·DateJan 13, 2021
Physicists have developed a switchable qubit that can be tuned between a stable storage mode and a fast calculation mode, enabling the creation of powerful quantum computers. The new qubit technology allows for ultrafast spin manipulation, potentially reaching clock speeds comparable to conventional computers.
SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateJan 11, 2021
Researchers have successfully created a two-dimensional array of quantum dots, enabling single electron control and paving the way for efficient implementation of quantum error correction routines. The achievement marks an important step towards building a working quantum computer.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 28, 2020
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Researchers at Aalto University have designed an ultra-thin material that creates elusive Majorana quantum states, which could be key to making topological qubits. The team successfully trapped electrons together in a two-dimensional material, overcoming the challenge of noise tolerance in quantum computing.
Researchers from the University of Cambridge discovered a hidden symmetry in quantum systems that allows entangled particles to remain linked despite noise. This finding could lead to the development of ultra-powerful quantum computers by preserving quantum effects in noisy environments.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 9, 2020
Researchers at Northwestern and UChicago develop a new method to create tailor-made qubits by chemically synthesizing molecules that encode quantum information into their magnetic states. This bottom-up approach could lead to extraordinary flexibility and control, paving the way for next-generation quantum technology.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalScience·DateDec 8, 2020
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Australian researchers have located the 'sweet spot' for positioning qubits in silicon, essential for developing robust interactions between qubits. The team used scanning tunnelling microscope (STM) lithography techniques to precisely place phosphorus atoms and create reproducible, strong and fast interactions.
SourceCentre for Quantum Computation & Communication Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 30, 2020
The study successfully demonstrated an optimal entanglement collective measurement that reduces quantum backaction to zero in a two-qubit system under strongly coherent evolution. The experiment achieved high fidelity of 98.5% and marks a significant advancement in the field of quantum thermodynamics.
SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateNov 23, 2020
Researchers at a new DOE center are developing cutting-edge quantum sensing devices to unravel the mysteries of quantum materials. The devices will allow scientists to probe materials with pairs of photons or electrons, paving the way for discovering new quantum materials and inventing more sensitive probes.
SourceDOE/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory·DateOct 29, 2020
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Physicists at ETH Zurich have demonstrated a new method for delivering multiple laser beams precisely to the right locations in a stable manner, allowing for delicate quantum operations on trapped atoms. The approach enables high-fidelity logic gates and scalability for large quantum computers.
Researchers at UNSW Sydney demonstrated the lowest recorded charge noise for a semiconductor qubit, reducing it by 10 times compared to previous results. The team's achievement shows promise for large-scale error-corrected quantum computers and moves closer to commercializing silicon quantum computers.
SourceCentre for Quantum Computation & Communication Technology·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateOct 8, 2020
A new algorithm called Variational Fast Forwarding (VFF) can simulate quantum systems for longer periods than current quantum computers can handle. This allows scientists to tackle complex problems that were previously unsolvable due to decoherence, which degrades quantum coherence.
SourceDOE/Los Alamos National Laboratory·Journalnpj Quantum Information·DateOct 5, 2020
Physicists at Aalto University have developed a new detector that can measure energy quanta with unprecedented resolution, overcoming limitations in current state-of-the-art detectors used in quantum computers. The graphene bolometer achieves speeds of well below a microsecond and higher theoretical accuracy than voltage measurements.
Researchers have created a new material that induces topological superconductivity in the absence of an applied magnetic field, opening up new possibilities for quantum computing. This breakthrough could lead to better understanding and applications in medicine, catalysts, or materials.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen·JournalNature Physics·DateSep 16, 2020
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Researchers have developed techniques to detect and correct loss of qubits in real-time, protecting fragile stored quantum information. The approach combines quantum error correction with correction of qubit loss and leakage, enabling robust quantum computing.
SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature·DateSep 9, 2020
A new protocol allows for the protection and correction of fragile quantum information in case of qubit loss, addressing a crucial issue in quantum computing. This breakthrough could prove essential for future large-scale quantum computer development.
SourceUniversità di Bologna·JournalNature·DateSep 9, 2020
The European project SEQUENCE is developing electronic devices and circuits compatible with low temperature operation for scaling up quantum computers. The project combines Si CMOS, III-V, and 3D integration technologies to support superconducting and spin qubit-based quantum computing.
Researchers at Tohoku University have developed a new quantum technology that allows qubits to hold information for 10 milliseconds, 10,000 times longer than the previous record. This breakthrough has significant implications for the development of large quantum computers.
SourceTohoku University·JournalNature Materials·DateSep 4, 2020
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Researchers at Caltech demonstrate a molecular approach to quantum computing that leads to fewer errors, using molecules instead of atoms. The method involves rotating molecules in superposition, allowing for simultaneous correction of orientation and angular momentum shifts, which are prone to causing errors.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review X·DateSep 2, 2020
The Co-Design Center for Quantum Advantage (C2QA) will develop quantum technologies to serve as the platform for future computing innovations. Princeton faculty members, including Andrew Houck and Nathalie de Leon, will lead major leadership roles in the center.
Researchers at MIT have found that cosmic rays and low-level environmental radiation can cause decoherence in superconducting qubits, limiting their performance. This effect could limit the practicality of quantum computing within a few years, prompting scientists to explore shielding or design improvements.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateAug 26, 2020
A multidisciplinary research team found that low-level ionizing radiation degrades superconducting qubit performance. To maintain coherence and achieve practical quantum computing, radiation shielding will be necessary. Researchers emphasize the need to exclude radiation-emitting materials and consider underground experimental setups.
SourceDOE/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory·JournalNature·DateAug 26, 2020
The team created a new routing algorithm that allows qubits to directly interact with many more qubits, giving rise to higher expected computational power. This approach outperforms the 'superconducting' devices in calculating the expected computational power.
SourceUniversity of Sussex·JournalAdvanced Quantum Technologies·DateAug 24, 2020
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A University of Arizona team advances low-density parity check codes for quantum computers, enabling fault-tolerant and ultra-fast computation. The development is crucial for solving complex equations and analyzing phenomena that classical computers can't handle.
SourceUniversity of Arizona College of Engineering·DateAug 18, 2020
Yale physicists have developed an error-correcting cat, a quantum device that encodes information in a single physical system to suppress phase flips. The device uses a clever way to encode information, allowing it to prevent errors and correct them on command.
Researchers at MIT and Sandia National Laboratories have developed a hybrid approach to fabricate large-scale quantum chips using diamond-based qubits and quantum photonics. The new method enables the creation of complex quantum devices with reliable circuits for transmitting and manipulating quantum information.
SourceU.S. Army Research Laboratory·JournalNature·DateJul 30, 2020
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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 have demonstrated coherence times up to 10,000 times longer than previously recorded for spin-orbit qubits, making them an ideal candidate for scaling up silicon quantum computers. Strong spin-orbit coupling is key to achieving stable qubits and robust quantum information.
SourceCentre for Quantum Computation & Communication Technology·JournalNature Materials·DateJul 20, 2020
Researchers at MIT have developed a hybrid process to manufacture and integrate 'artificial atoms' with photonic circuitry, producing the largest quantum chip of its type. The process enables scalable production of millions of quantum processors needed for quantum computers.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateJul 8, 2020
Researchers at USTC successfully control spin qubit lifetime by tuning the external magnetic field direction, improving it by over two orders of magnitude. The breakthrough opens up new directions for optimizing readout and multi-qubit extension of silicon-based spin qubits.
SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 5, 2020
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Researchers from the University of Rochester and Purdue University have successfully demonstrated quantum teleportation using electrons, paving the way for future research on this technology. The technique involves entangled pairs of electrons, which can be used to transmit information in semiconductors.
SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 19, 2020
Researchers adapt robotics techniques to efficiently assess quantum device performance, stabilizing the emerging technology. This innovative approach outperforms simplistic characterisation in complex simulated environments.
Researchers developed a new computational tool to predict spin dynamics in materials, enabling rapid design and identification of suitable materials for quantum computing applications. The approach has been applied to various materials, including silicon, iron, graphene, molybdenum disulfide, and gallium nitride, with promising results.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 3, 2020
Researchers at Columbia University have developed a high-performance non-reciprocal device on a compact chip, achieving performance 25 times better than previous work. This breakthrough enables the creation of novel components such as circulators and isolators for two-way communication, doubling data capacity in wireless networks.
SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNature Electronics·DateMay 21, 2020
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Physicists at NIST successfully entangled a charged molecule and an electrically charged atom, showcasing a way to build large-scale quantum computers and networks. This breakthrough enables versatile quantum information systems by connecting quantum bits based on incompatible hardware designs.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalNature·DateMay 20, 2020
Researchers at UCLA have developed a new qubit with nearly ideal properties, enabling ultra-low error rate quantum devices. This breakthrough should impact various areas of quantum information science, paving the way for large-scale NISQ devices.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·Journalnpj Quantum Information·DateMay 18, 2020
A team of researchers from Tokyo University of Science proposes a novel solution to the qubit accessibility problem in quantum computing. They design a modified superconducting micro-architecture that simplifies the wiring system by arranging qubits in a 2D bi-linear array, reducing crosstalk and increasing efficiency.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalNew Journal of Physics·DateApr 23, 2020
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Researchers at UNSW Sydney have developed a proof-of-concept quantum processor unit cell that works at 1.5 Kelvin, 15 times warmer than previous designs, allowing for affordable and real-world business applications. This breakthrough addresses one of the biggest constraints to practical quantum computers.
SourceUniversity of New South Wales·JournalNature·DateApr 15, 2020
Researchers have developed a new approach to speed up trapped ion quantum computing using giant Rydberg ions, increasing computational capacity exponentially. The experimental work confirms that the system can scale up without slowdowns, enabling large-scale quantum computation.
SourceUniversity of Nottingham·JournalNature·DateApr 15, 2020
A team at NIST has developed an AI system that can auto-tune quantum dots for creating functional qubits, overcoming a major engineering hurdle. The system uses machine learning to recognize images of quantum dot measurements and make precise adjustments.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalPhysical Review Applied·DateMar 31, 2020
Researchers have developed a novel error-correction scheme that takes advantage of bosonic symmetry to encode information efficiently. This approach could reduce the number of physical qubits required, enabling the scaling up of experimental quantum computers.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalPhysical Review X·DateMar 10, 2020
A team at Tokyo Medical and Dental University demonstrates a new method to increase the lifetime of qubits, enabling faster cycle times and reduced noise. This could lead to practical quantum computing applications in fields like finance and chemistry.
SourceTokyo Medical and Dental University·JournalPhysical Review Applied·DateMar 6, 2020
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The University of California, Riverside, has been awarded $3.75 million to lead a collaborative effort in developing scalable quantum computers. The project aims to establish a novel platform for quantum computing that can scale up to many qubits, overcoming current limitations.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·DateMar 5, 2020
Researchers highlight successes and challenges of quantum computing in the NISQ era, a period where quantum computers approach evidence of quantum supremacy. Key findings include the development of new strategies to reduce measurement errors and the demonstration of programmability on quantum computers.
Scientists at Japan Science and Technology Agency developed a method to couple a magnetic sphere with a sensor using quantum entanglement, enabling single-shot detection of magnetic excitations. The device's sensitivity is comparable to that of theoretical dark-matter particles, opening new avenues for research.
SourceJapan Science and Technology Agency·JournalScience·DateFeb 19, 2020
Researchers from UNSW Sydney have created artificial atoms in silicon chips that provide improved stability for quantum computing. The artificial atoms, with shells of electrons whizzing around the centre, offer robust qubits that can be reliably used for calculations.
SourceUniversity of New South Wales·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 11, 2020
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Researchers created and imaged a novel pair of coupled quantum dots, which could serve as robust quantum bits for a quantum computer. The patterns of electric charge in the islands cannot be fully explained by current models of quantum physics, offering an opportunity to investigate new physical phenomena.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalPhysical Review B·DateJan 29, 2020
Researchers at Princeton University have successfully established a long-distance relationship between two silicon quantum bits, paving the way for more complex calculations and potentially cheaper quantum computers. The breakthrough uses light-based communication to transmit messages between qubits on a computer chip.
Researchers successfully demonstrated quantum supremacy by harnessing Google's Sycamore quantum computer and ORNL Summit supercomputer, showcasing the power of quantum computing for solving complex tasks. The experiment outperformed the classical system by a significant margin, providing critical information for future quantum computers.
SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalNature·DateOct 23, 2019
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Researchers used 53 entangled qubits to solve a complex problem that would take 10,000 years on a classical supercomputer. The feat showcases the power of quantum computing and has significant implications for cryptography, machine learning, and materials science.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNature·DateOct 23, 2019
Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology developed Ensemble of Diverse Mappings (EDM) to improve quantum computer reliability. By combining output probability distributions of diverse ensemble, EDM amplifies correct answer by suppressing incorrect ones.
Scientists have found a superconducting material, β-Bi2Pd, with properties suitable for quantum computing. This discovery may lead to the development of topological quantum computers and more powerful AI systems.
SourceJohns Hopkins University·JournalScience·DateOct 10, 2019
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Researchers from Oxford, Basel, and Lancaster develop an algorithm that uses machine learning to automate the process of characterizing quantum dots. By reducing measuring time and number of measurements, this approach enables efficient characterization of large arrays of quantum devices.
SourceSwiss Nanoscience Institute, University of Basel·DateSep 26, 2019
Researchers demonstrate a method of transferring the state of electrons, a crucial step towards creating effective quantum computers. This achievement brings scientists one step closer to unlocking the full potential of quantum computing.
SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalNature·DateSep 25, 2019
Scientists have discovered a way to manipulate the electronic properties of tungsten disulfide, a super-thin material, by controlling its energy valleys. This innovation could potentially be used for encoding quantum data and enabling the creation of qubits for quantum computing.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 23, 2019
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A new device demonstrates how p-bits can perform calculations traditionally done by quantum computers, with potential applications in fields like drug research, cybersecurity, and data analysis. Hundreds of p-bits could be used to solve larger problems in the near future.