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Leaders of quantum revolution to converge for summit

Leaders in quantum science and technology will gather for the summit to explore applications of quantum physics, including data security and electronics. Researchers are also developing programs to train professionals in quantum information sciences.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Dallas·DateAug 6, 2026

Quantum internet leaves the lab

Researchers successfully sent entangled photons through a 24.4-kilometer fiber-optic cable while carrying high-capacity internet traffic. The quantum signals remained intact, preserving entanglement with over 94% fidelity.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalOptica Quantum·DateJul 22, 2026

Scientists achieve all-electrical control of single-molecule quantum states

Researchers at the Institute for Basic Science have developed a new strategy for electrically controlling molecular quantum systems, enabling precise control of individual molecular spins. This breakthrough offers a practical approach to building future molecular quantum technologies.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 16, 2026
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‘Giant superatoms’ unlock a new toolbox for quantum computers

Giant superatoms combine two quantum-mechanical constructs to suppress decoherence and create entanglement, opening opportunities for scalable and reliable quantum systems. This breakthrough enables quantum information to be protected, controlled, and distributed in new ways.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 19, 2026

Quantum error correction with logical qubits

A new project aims to develop robust logical quantum bits for scalable and fault-tolerant quantum computing. The snaQCs2025 project combines innovative simulation and integration methods to compensate for error susceptibility of physical qubits, bringing quantum computing closer to practical use.

SourceFraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics·DateJan 21, 2026

Superradiant spins show teamwork at the quantum scale

Researchers have discovered a new method for generating highly stable and precise microwave signals through self-induced superradiant masing. This phenomenon produces long-lived bursts of microwave emission without external driving, paving the way for technological advances in fields like medicine, navigation, and quantum communication.

SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 2, 2026

New superconducting thin film for quantum computer chips

Researchers at RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science have created a new superconducting thin film from iron telluride, suitable for quantum computing applications. The film's unique crystal structure, resulting from intentional misalignment of atomic layers, reduces lattice distortion and enables low-temperature superconductivity.

SourceRIKEN·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 9, 2025
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When will quantum technologies become part of everyday life?

Quantum technologies have accelerated out of the lab and into the real world, with six leading platforms compared for technology-readiness. The field stands at a turning point, similar to the early computing age, where foundational physics concepts are established but system-level demonstrations must be substantially improved and scaled.

SourceUniversity of Chicago·JournalScience·DateDec 4, 2025

Progress towards a quantum internet

A team of researchers from Paderborn University and the Sapienza University of Rome successfully teleported the polarisation state of a single photon between two physically separated quantum dots. This achievement represents a crucial step towards scalable quantum relays and the practical implementation of a quantum internet.

SourceUniversität Paderborn·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 2, 2025

World’s first demonstration of entanglement swapping using sum-frequency generation between single photons

Researchers successfully demonstrated entanglement swapping using sum-frequency generation between single photons with a high signal-to-noise ratio. This achievement is expected to contribute to the miniaturization and efficiency improvement of photonic quantum information processing circuit, as well as the extension of transmission di...

SourceNational Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT)·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 6, 2025

Scientists reveal it is possible to beam up quantum signals

Researchers have successfully demonstrated the feasibility of sending entangled photon pairs from ground stations to a satellite, overcoming previous barriers to quantum satellite communications. This breakthrough could pave the way for future quantum computer networks using satellite relays.

SourceUniversity of Technology Sydney·JournalPhysical Review Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 4, 2025
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New low-cost, efficient single-photon source for powering future quantum internet

Researchers have developed a highly efficient fiber-coupled single-photon source that generates photons directly inside an optical fiber, reducing transmission loss. This breakthrough enables the creation of secure quantum communication networks and paves the way for next-generation all-fiber-integrated quantum computing technologies.

SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalOptics Express·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 16, 2025

Molecular coating cleans up noisy quantum light

A novel molecular coating enhances the consistency and precision of quantum light sources, increasing their spectral purity and controlling photon energy. The coating protects single-photon emitters from atmospheric contaminants, enabling reliable quantum devices for secure communications and ultra-precise sensors.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 3, 2025

Penn engineers send quantum signals with standard internet protocol

The team's integrated chip coordinates quantum and classical data, speaks the same language as the modern web, and automatically corrects for noise. The approach paves the way for a future 'quantum internet,' which could enable advances like faster AI and new materials.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 28, 2025
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Gold clusters show promise as scalable options for quantum computers, sensors

Researchers at Penn State have demonstrated how gold nanoclusters can mimic the spin properties of trapped atomic ions, allowing for scalability in quantum applications. The clusters can be easily synthesized in large quantities and exhibit unique Rydberg-like spin-polarized states that mimic superpositions.

SourcePenn State·JournalACS Central Science·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 22, 2025

World-unique method enables simulation of error-correctable quantum computers

Researchers have developed a world-first method to simulate specific types of error-corrected quantum computations, a significant leap forward in the quest for robust quantum technologies. The new algorithm tackles a long-standing challenge in quantum research and enables accurate simulation using conventional computers.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 2, 2025

Taking the fear out of quantum physics

A national pilot program led by UTA faculty is helping take the mystery out of quantum physics for students and educators. The program, Quantum for All, provides hands-on curriculum and classroom strategies to equip high school science teachers with the tools they need to teach quantum science.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateJun 26, 2025
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Control of spin qubits at near absolute zero a game changer for quantum computers

A team of researchers from the University of Sydney has developed a silicon chip that can control spin qubits at milli-kelvin temperatures, paving the way for scaling up quantum transistors from under 100 to millions. This breakthrough technology has the potential to make practical quantum computers a reality.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 25, 2025

Magically reducing errors in quantum computers

Researchers from The University of Osaka develop a method to prepare high-fidelity 'magic states' for use in quantum computers with less overhead and unprecedented accuracy. This breakthrough aims to overcome the significant obstacle of noise in quantum systems, which can ruin computer setups.

SourceThe University of Osaka·JournalPRX Quantum·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 19, 2025

Oxford physicists set new world record for qubit operation accuracy

Physicists at the University of Oxford have set a new global benchmark for qubit operation accuracy, achieving an error rate of just 0.000015%. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient and robust quantum computers, as reducing errors is crucial to their functionality.

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJun 9, 2025
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Magnetism in new exotic material opens the way for robust quantum computers

Researchers have developed a new type of exotic quantum material that can maintain its quantum properties when exposed to external disturbances, paving the way for robust quantum computers. The breakthrough uses magnetism to create stability, making it an important step towards realising practical topological quantum computing.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 4, 2025

MIT engineers advance toward a fault-tolerant quantum computer

Researchers achieved a type of coupling between artificial atoms and photons that could enable readout and processing of quantum information in a few nanoseconds. This breakthrough demonstrates the fundamental physics behind nonlinear light-matter coupling, a crucial step toward realizing fault-tolerant quantum computing.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 30, 2025

Quantum computing paves the way for low-carbon building operations

Researchers developed an adaptive quantum approximate optimization-based model predictive control strategy to enhance energy efficiency and drive decarbonization in buildings. The approach achieved a 6.8% improvement in energy efficiency and a 41.2% reduction in carbon emissions.

SourceHigher Education Press·JournalEngineering·DateApr 29, 2025
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Overcoming the quantum sensing barrier

Researchers have demonstrated a new quantum sensing technique that surpasses conventional methods by counteracting the limitation of decoherence. The study's coherence-stabilized protocol allows for improved sensitivity and detection of subtle signals, with up to 1.65 times better efficacy per measurement.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 29, 2025

HKU physicists uncover hidden order in the quantum world through deconfined quantum critical points

Researchers have unveiled the secrets of deconfined quantum critical points (DQCPs), breaking away from conventional physics and offering a fresh perspective on quantum matter. The study reveals anomalous logarithmic behaviors and identifies a critical threshold value, suggesting DQCPs can resemble continuous phase transitions.

SourceThe University of Hong Kong·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 24, 2025
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Nanophotonic platform boosts efficiency of nonlinear-optical quantum teleportation

Researchers have developed a nanophotonic platform that improves the efficiency of nonlinear-optical quantum teleportation by reducing light levels and operating with single photons. The technology transmits quantum information with 94% fidelity, outperforming theoretical limits of linear optical components.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateApr 24, 2025

Integrated encryption and communication framework achieves record 1 Tb/s secure transmission over 1,200-km optical fiber

Researchers developed an IEAC framework combining robust security with high-capacity transmission performance, achieving a record 1 Tb/s secure transmission over 1,200 km of optical fibre. The system eliminates the trade-off between security and speed by integrating encryption into the communication process.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateApr 21, 2025
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Quantum cooling engine fueled by quantum measurements

Researchers developed a quantum cooling engine that manipulates energy flow without feedback control, relying solely on quantum measurements. The engine successfully reversed heat flow, with entanglement found to influence the energy exchange between the working substance and measurement apparatus.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience Bulletin·DateApr 21, 2025

Rice scientists uncover quantum surprise: Matter mediates ultrastrong coupling between light particles

Researchers create 3D photonic-crystal cavity to study ultrastrong coupling between light and matter, enabling faster and more energy-efficient quantum computing and communication technologies. The study paves the way for hyperefficient quantum processors, high-speed data transmission and next-generation sensors.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 17, 2025

Scientists discover pioneering technique to accelerate accurate quantum measurements

Researchers at the University of Bristol have discovered a novel way to accelerate accurate quantum measurements by trading space for time using additional qubits. This method enables faster and more confident measurements without sacrificing accuracy, with potential applications in leading quantum hardware platforms.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 17, 2025
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An elegant method for the detection of single spins using photovoltage

A team at HZB developed a method using photo-voltage to detect individual and local spin states of defects in diamonds. This could lead to more compact designs of quantum sensors. The research uses nitrogen vacancy centres, which can be manipulated with microwaves.

SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 15, 2025

High-performance probabilistic computing based on strongly correlated oxides

The team fabricated a probabilistic bit device based on manganite nanowires, achieving full control of its probabilistic characteristics with nanoampere-level currents. This p-bit exhibited exceptional computational potential in Bayesian inference tasks, outperforming existing similar probabilistic bits.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 14, 2025

Maximal entanglement sheds new light on particle creation

Physicists have shown that particles produced in 'jets' retain information about their origins in subatomic particle smashups. The study establishes a direct connection between the 'entanglement entropy' at the earliest stage of jet formation and the particles that emerge as a jet evolves.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateApr 11, 2025

Programmable electron-induced color router array

Researchers designed a programmable electron-induced color router array to manipulate photon momentum in multi-frequency channels, enabling efficient spectrum utilization. The array uses electron beam excitation at the nanoscale to achieve flexible manipulation, paving the way for high-integration and miniaturized display technologies.

SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateApr 10, 2025

Scientists discover new way to keep quantum spins coherent for longer

Researchers at Hebrew University and Cornell University developed a way to suppress spin decoherence in alkali-metal gases, reducing spin relaxation rates by an order of magnitude. This breakthrough enables more stable and precise quantum devices, such as atomic clocks and magnetometry.

SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 10, 2025
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DGIST demonstrates control over quantum particle state through structural phase transition of crystals: paving the way for practical quantum devices!

The DGIST research team successfully fine-tuned the Rabi oscillation of polaritons by leveraging changes in electrical properties induced by crystal structure transformation. This allows for precise control over quantum particle states, enhancing the feasibility of practical quantum technology.

SourceDGIST (Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalAdvanced Science·DateApr 9, 2025

OIST professor Kae Nemoto wins MEXT Minister Award in Science and Technology

Professor Kae Nemoto received the MEXT Minister Award in Science and Technology for her groundbreaking research on quantum computer architecture theory. Her work has laid the theoretical groundwork for practical implementation of quantum computers, offering new possibilities for addressing scientific challenges.

SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·DateApr 8, 2025
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Hot Schrödinger cat states created

Scientists from University of Innsbruck successfully created hot Schrödinger cat states at temperatures up to 1.8 Kelvin, challenging the notion that high temperature destroys quantum effects. This breakthrough opens new opportunities for quantum technologies in warmer environments.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 4, 2025

A router for photons

Harvard researchers have created a photon router that could plug into quantum networks to create robust optical interfaces for noise-sensitive microwave quantum computers. The breakthrough enables control of microwave qubits with optical signals generated many miles away, bridging the energy gap between microwave and optical photons.

SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 2, 2025
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Brazilian companies begin to explore quantum computing applications

The Albert Einstein Jewish Brazilian Hospital launches a project to evaluate the application of quantum computing in developing new drugs and improving disease diagnosis. Researchers aim to use machine learning and quantum optimization algorithms to analyze rainfall data and predict heavy rainfall events.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateMar 31, 2025

Howard University physicist revisits the computational limits of life and Schrödinger’s essential question in the era of quantum computing

A study by Philip Kurian and colleagues reveals a revised upper bound on carbon-based life's computational capacity, connecting it to the universe's information-processing limit. The discovery of quantum superradiance in cytoskeletal filaments enables eukaryotic organisms to process information through tryptophan networks.

SourceHoward University·JournalScience Advances·TypeSurvey·DateMar 28, 2025
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Wits researchers find a way to shield quantum information from “noise”

Researchers at Wits University have discovered a way to protect quantum information from environmental disruptions, offering hope for more reliable future technologies. By engineering specific topological properties in quantum states, they can preserve critical information even when disturbed by noise.

SourceUniversity of the Witwatersrand·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 27, 2025

Researchers achieve quantum computing milestone, realizing certified randomness

A team of researchers from JPMorganChase, Quantinuum, and the University of Texas at Austin have successfully demonstrated certified randomness using a 56-qubit quantum computer. This achievement has significant implications for cryptography, fairness, and privacy, as it enables the generation of truly random numbers that cannot be man...

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 26, 2025