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Achieving quantum memory in the hard X-ray range

A team of researchers has demonstrated a novel way of storing and releasing X-ray pulses at the single photon level, enabling future X-ray quantum technologies. This breakthrough uses nuclear ensembles to create long-lived quantum memories with improved coherence times.

SourceTexas A&M University·JournalScience Advances·DateAug 8, 2024

X-ray imagery of vibrating diamond opens avenues for quantum sensing

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory and Cornell University have developed a new method for measuring atomic strain in diamond using X-ray imagery. By correlating spin and strain properties, the team created an equation that relates these two phenomena, opening up new avenues for quantum sensing.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review Applied·DateAug 7, 2024
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Stacked up against the rest

Researchers at Kyoto University have developed a new method to reduce optical interference and measure the quantum coherence time of moiré excitons, which are electron-hole pairs confined in moiré interference fringes. This breakthrough enables the realization of quantum functionality in next-generation nano-semiconductors.

SourceKyoto University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 1, 2024

Researchers develop general framework for designing quantum sensors

A protocol has been designed to harness the power of quantum sensors, allowing for fine-tuning of quantum systems to sense signals of interest. The framework uses a combination of qubits and bosonic oscillators to create sensors that are vastly more sensitive than traditional sensors.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalQuantum·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 30, 2024
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Atomic 'GPS' elucidates movement during ultrafast material transitions

Researchers successfully applied atomic pair distribution function (PDF) analysis at X-ray free-electron laser facilities to study ultrafast material transitions. They discovered a new material phase, resolving years-long scientific debate and paving the way for designing novel transitioning materials with commercial applications.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalNature Materials·DateJul 26, 2024

Combining trapped atoms and photonics for new quantum devices

By combining atom array processors with photonic and semiconductor chips, researchers have created a platform for large-scale, interconnected quantum computing. This allows for faster computation abilities and the potential to connect many atom arrays to form a larger quantum system.

SourceUniversity of Chicago·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 23, 2024
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A new approach to accelerate the discovery of quantum materials

Researchers developed a new method to find breakthrough materials for quantum applications by combining theoretical screening with atomic-scale fabrication. The approach identified promising defects in materials such as tungsten disulfide, which have never been seen before.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 17, 2024

Quadrupolar nuclei measured for the first time by zero-field NMR

For the first time, researchers have measured quadrupolar nuclei using zero-field nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. This breakthrough enables precise analysis of molecular structures and spin interactions, with potential applications in medicine and materials science.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 11, 2024

Enhancing quantum technology performance tenfold

Researchers have developed a novel method to significantly enhance quantum technology performance by leveraging cross-correlation of two noise sources. This approach extends coherence time, improves control fidelity, and increases sensitivity for high-frequency sensing.

SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 10, 2024

Bringing quantum tools to high school classrooms

A UTA-led program is equipping high school teachers and students with college-level quantum concepts to fill a growing talent gap in the $44 billion QIS technology market. The Quantum for All program aims to integrate quantum principles into national STEM standards, starting with Texas this fall.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·DateJul 10, 2024

With spin centers, quantum computing takes a step forward

Researchers at the University of California - Riverside have proposed a chain of quantum magnetic objects called spin centers that can simulate exotic magnetic phases of matter. This breakthrough could lead to more efficient ways of storing and transferring information, as well as the development of room temperature quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalPhysical Review B·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 10, 2024
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USTC realizes time reversal through input-output indefiniteness

A research team from USTC has demonstrated the realization of time reversal through input-output indefiniteness in a photonic system, achieving a high success probability of 99.6%. This breakthrough shows significant advantages over traditional methods and opens up new possibilities for quantum information and photonic technologies.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 5, 2024

New method cracked for high-capacity, secure quantum communication

Scientists have developed a new technique to create four-dimensional qudits that can transmit more data in a single go, promising a future quantum internet with faster data transfer rates and increased resistance to errors.

SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournaleLight·DateJul 4, 2024

An alternative way to manipulate quantum states

Researchers at ETH Zurich have successfully manipulated quantum states of single electron spins using spin-polarized currents. This method, which bypasses traditional electromagnetic fields, has the potential to control quantum states with unprecedented precision and localizability.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalScience·DateJul 2, 2024

Can a computer chip have zero energy loss in 1.58 dimensions?

Theoretical physicists at Utrecht University have discovered that fractals might hold the key to making electric currents flow without energy loss. By growing fractal structures on top of semiconductors, scientists have created materials with zero-dimensional corner modes and lossless one-dimensional edge states.

SourceUtrecht University, Faculty of Science·JournalNature Physics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 1, 2024

New method developed to control quantum bound states in superconducting device

Researchers successfully controlled Andreev bound states in bilayer graphene-based Josephson junctions using gate voltage, observing changes in real-time and confirming theoretical predictions. The discovery enables adjustment of energy levels, opening potential for diverse applications.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 1, 2024
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Scientists observe record-setting electron mobility in a new crystal film

Physicists have achieved a record-setting level of electron mobility in a thin film of ternary tetradymite, a class of mineral found in gold and quartz deposits. The material's high electron mobility makes it suitable for efficient thermoelectric devices that convert waste heat into electricity.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalMaterials Today Physics·DateJul 1, 2024

Surprising vortex behind new solar cell and lighting materials

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have discovered topological vortices in polaron quasiparticles that contribute to generating electricity from sunlight. The discovery can help develop new solar cells and LED lighting with exceptional energy conversion efficiency.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 25, 2024

A quantum world on a silicon chip

A team of researchers has developed a platform to probe, interact with and control quantum systems in silicon. They used an electric diode to manipulate qubits inside a commercial silicon wafer, exploring how the defect responds to changes in the electric field and tuning its wavelength within the telecommunications band.

SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 20, 2024
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Discovery of one-dimensional topological insulator for qubits and more!

Researchers at Tohoku University have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery of a one-dimensional topological insulator (TI), a unique state of matter that differs from conventional metals, insulators, and semiconductors. This breakthrough has significant implications for the development of qubits and highly efficient solar cells.

SourceTohoku University·JournalNature·DateJun 18, 2024

Uncovering the nature of emergent magnetic monopoles

Scientists have discovered unique periodic structures in manganese germanide that behave like magnetic monopoles and antimonopoles. The researchers studied the collective excitation modes of these structures, revealing a way to experimentally determine their spatial configuration.

SourceWaseda University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 12, 2024

New technique could help build quantum computers of the future

Researchers have developed a method to create and control optical qubits in silicon with high precision, enabling the fabrication of reliable quantum computers. This breakthrough could advance quantum computing and networking capabilities, paving the way for breakthroughs in human health, drug discovery, and artificial intelligence.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2024

Clemson researchers tackle challenge in new quantum materials design

Researchers at Clemson University have developed a new noncentrosymmetric triangular-lattice magnet, CaMnTeO6, which displays strong quantum fluctuations and nonlinear optical responses. This breakthrough material has the potential to lead to advancements in solid-state quantum computing, spin-based electronics, resilient climate chang...

SourceClemson University·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2024
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Online professional education works for complex topics

UTA researchers found that sending material in advance and using Zoom features like chat, polling, and breakout rooms helped keep participants engaged. Short, relevant videos also proved effective in teaching complicated topics. The team recommends a structured approach with activities like icebreaker exercises to foster community enga...

SourceUniversity of Texas at Arlington·JournalThe Physics Teacher·TypeSurvey·DateJun 7, 2024

The thinnest lens on Earth, enabled by excitons

Researchers have developed a flat lens made of tungsten disulphide with concentric rings that focuses light using diffraction, leveraging quantum effects to enhance its efficiency. The lens is half a millimeter wide and just 0.6 nanometres thick, making it the thinnest lens on Earth.

SourceUniversiteit van Amsterdam·JournalNano Letters·DateMay 30, 2024

JPMorgan Chase, Argonne and Quantinuum show theoretical quantum speedup with the quantum approximate optimization algorithm

Researchers at JPMorgan Chase, Argonne National Laboratory and Quantinuum show a quantum algorithmic speedup for the QAOA algorithm on the Low Autocorrelation Binary Sequences problem. The team demonstrates a significant step towards reaching quantum advantage, laying the foundation for future impact in production.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalScience Advances·DateMay 29, 2024
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

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Modular, scalable hardware architecture for a quantum computer

Researchers have developed a scalable, modular hardware platform that integrates thousands of interconnected qubits onto a customized integrated circuit. This 'quantum-system-on-chip' (QSoC) architecture enables precise control and tuning of a dense array of qubits, making it possible to achieve large-scale quantum computing.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateMay 29, 2024

Finding quantum order in chaos

Researchers at Harvard University have successfully demonstrated the survival of quantum coherence in a chemical reaction involving ultracold molecules. The team observed intricate quantum dynamics underlying the reaction process and outcome, revealing that quantum coherence was preserved within the nuclear spin degree of freedom throu...

SourceHarvard University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 16, 2024
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A simple internet with significant possibilities

Researchers at Harvard University have successfully demonstrated the first metro-area quantum computer network in Boston, using existing telecommunication fiber to send hacker-proof information via photons. The breakthrough overcomes signal loss issues, enabling the creation of a secure quantum internet.

SourceHarvard University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 15, 2024

Speedy, secure, sustainable — that's the future of telecom

A new device uses small amounts of light to process information, offering significant energy improvements over conventional optical switches. This technology could enable quantum communications, providing a promising alternative for data security against rising cyberattacks.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalNature Photonics·DateMay 14, 2024

New machine learning algorithm promises advances in computing

Researchers created a digital twin model that predicts and controls complex systems, achieving higher accuracy than traditional methods. The algorithm is compact, energy-efficient, and easy to implement, making it suitable for self-driving vehicles and other dynamic systems.

SourceOhio State University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 9, 2024
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Solving physics puzzles with colored dots

Researchers at ETH Zurich and Harvard/Princeton used quantum pointillism to study complex quantum systems made of interacting particles. They observed the formation of spin polarons, which are crucial for understanding magnetic behavior in materials.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature·DateMay 8, 2024

Quantum breakthrough: World’s purest silicon brings scientists one step closer to scaling up quantum computers

Researchers at the University of Manchester have developed an ultra-pure form of silicon that can be used to construct high-performance qubit devices, a crucial component for scalable quantum computers. The breakthrough could enable the creation of one million qubits, which may be fabricated into pinhead-sized devices.

SourceUniversity of Manchester·JournalCommunications Materials·DateMay 7, 2024

Tweaking isotopes sheds light on promising approach to engineer semiconductors

Researchers have discovered a promising approach to engineer semiconductors by tweaking isotopes, which can influence optical and electronic properties. The study demonstrates that small changes in isotope masses can shift the optical bandgap, enabling tunability for designing new devices.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 3, 2024
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

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The big quantum chill: NIST scientists modify common lab refrigerator to cool faster with less energy

Researchers at NIST have modified a refrigerator to cool materials to within a few degrees above absolute zero, reducing cooldown time by half or quarter. This technology could save an estimated 27 million watts of power and $30 million in global electricity consumption.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 1, 2024

Researchers unlock potential of 2D magnetic devices for future computing

Researchers developed a device controlling tiny magnetic states in ultrathin magnets using tunneling currents, enabling probabilistic computing. This breakthrough could lead to advanced memory devices and entirely new types of computers solving complex problems efficiently.

SourceUniversity of Wyoming·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 1, 2024
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Revealing the quantumness of gravity

Researchers propose an experiment to test the quantum nature of gravity without relying on entanglement. By using massive harmonic oscillators, they aim to reveal the quantumness of gravity in a way that was previously challenging due to the difficulty in creating heavy mass states.

SourceUniversiteit van Amsterdam·JournalPhysical Review X·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 1, 2024

Quantum fiber optics in the brain enhance processing, may protect against degenerative diseases

Researchers have discovered a quantum effect in biological systems that may help the brain protect itself from degenerative diseases. The effect, called superradiance, occurs when many tryptophan molecules are arranged in a symmetrical network and can absorb and re-emit damaging ultraviolet light particles.

SourceHoward University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 29, 2024

New system boosts efficiency of quantum error correction

Researchers at Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering developed a blueprint for a quantum computer that can efficiently correct errors using qLDPC codes and reconfigurable atom arrays. This new system reduces the overhead required for quantum error correction, enabling scaling up quantum computers.

SourceUniversity of Chicago·JournalNature Physics·DateApr 29, 2024

MIT scientists tune the entanglement structure in an array of qubits

Researchers at MIT's EQuS group demonstrate a method to generate highly entangled states and shift between types of entanglement, including volume-law entanglement. This breakthrough offers a way to characterize a fundamental resource needed for quantum computing, enabling better understanding of information storage and processing.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateApr 24, 2024
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Perfecting the view on a crystal’s imperfection

A new study shines light on the properties of hexagonal boron nitride, a material used in electronic and photonics technologies. The research reveals fundamental energy excitation occurring at 285 millielectron volts, triggering single photons in harmonic electronic states.

SourceAdvanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY·JournalNature Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 23, 2024

Energy scientists unravel the mystery of gold’s glow

Researchers at EPFL have developed a comprehensive model of the quantum-mechanical effects behind photoluminescence in thin gold films, which could drive the development of solar fuels and batteries. The study reveals unexpected quantum effects emerging in films as thin as 40 nanometers.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalLight Science & Applications·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 19, 2024
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

Compact quantum light processing

Researchers have achieved quantum interference among several single photons using a novel, resource-efficient platform, paving the way for scalable quantum technologies. This breakthrough represents a significant advancement in optical quantum computing.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 19, 2024

Photonic computation with sound waves

A research team has successfully created a new dimension in photonic machine learning by incorporating sound waves, enabling the creation of reconfigurable neuromorphic building blocks. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize computing tasks by providing high-speed and large-capacity solutions.

SourceMax Planck Institute for the Science of Light·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 16, 2024

Quantum breakthrough when light makes materials magnetic

Researchers have successfully demonstrated how laser light can induce quantum behavior at room temperature, making non-magnetic materials magnetic. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize several areas of society, including information technologies.

SourceStockholm University·JournalNature·DateApr 10, 2024
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Physicists discover a novel quantum state in an elemental solid

Researchers at Princeton University have discovered a novel quantum effect termed “hybrid topology” in a crystalline material made of arsenic atoms. This finding combines two forms of topological quantum behavior—edge states and surface states, creating a new state of matter.

SourcePrinceton University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 10, 2024

New technique lets scientists create resistance-free electron channels

Researchers visualize chiral interface state at atomic scale for the first time, allowing on-demand creation of conducting channels. The technique has promise for building tunable networks of electron channels and advancing quantum computing.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 9, 2024