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Kerr-enhanced optical spring for next-generation gravitational wave detectors

Researchers developed a Kerr-enhanced optical spring to boost the sensitivity of next-generation gravitational wave detectors. The new design successfully amplifies signals without increasing intracavity power, opening up new avenues for unraveling the universe's mysteries.

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 5, 2024

How to keep data safe on the long run

Researchers introduce new method to store data for generations using atomic-scale defects, exceeding current storage limits and energy consumption. The approach features 4D encoding schemes and can be applied to other materials with optically active defects.

SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf·JournalAdvanced Functional Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 4, 2024

MIT researchers discover “neutronic molecules”

Researchers at MIT have discovered a new way that neutrons can interact with materials, potentially providing insights into material properties and quantum effects. The discovery involves the binding of neutrons to nanoscale atomic clusters called quantum dots.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalACS Nano·DateApr 3, 2024

100 kilometers of quantum-encrypted transfer

Scientists have made significant breakthroughs in Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology, enabling secure data transfer over long distances. The new method uses Continuous Variable Quantum Key Distribution to distribute quantum-encrypted keys via fibre optic cables, paving the way for a quantum-secure internet infrastructure.

SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 2, 2024
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Rice research shows promise for advancing quantum networks

Rice University engineers have demonstrated a way to control the optical properties of T centers, paving the way toward leveraging these point defects for building quantum nodes. By embedding a T center in a photonic integrated circuit, they increased the collection efficiency for single photon emission by two orders of magnitude.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2024

Finding new answers with the nuclear clock

Researchers aim to create a nuclear clock using thorium isotopes, which could increase measurement accuracy by a factor of 3. The project uses light with orbital angular momentum to excite the nucleus, emitting photons that can be detected. This technology has the potential to answer fundamental questions in physics and astronomy.

SourceUniversity of Würzburg·DateMar 22, 2024
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

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Verifying the work of quantum computers

Researchers have developed a new method to verify the accuracy of complex quantum systems using classical computers. The method allows for estimating error rates and is mathematically sound, providing a benchmark for analyzing errors in quantum computing systems. This breakthrough enables improvements to be measured effectively.

SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateMar 20, 2024

Study clarifies a key question in particle physics

Researchers identified the origin of a discrepancy between experimental and theoretical values of the muon's magnetic moment. The study found that lattice QCD and electron-positron collision data disagree, highlighting the need to resolve this puzzle.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMar 20, 2024
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Parallel physical random bit generation towards rates of order 100 Tb/s

Researchers propose a scalable parallel scheme for ultrafast random bit generation using a single micro-ring resonator, enabling hundreds of independent and unbiased streams. The method reaches a 320 Gb/s generation rate per channel, with potential for further enhancement.

SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateMar 14, 2024

IMS developing Japan's first "Cold (neutral) atom" quantum computers: new collaboration with 10 industry partners toward commercialization

The Institute for Molecular Science (IMS) is accelerating the development of novel quantum computers based on 'cold (neutral) atom' technology, leveraging expertise from 10 industry partners. The partnership aims to launch a start-up company and develop practical applications of quantum computers by end FY2024.

SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·DateMar 12, 2024

Design rules and synthesis of quantum memory candidates

Researchers used density functional theory to identify possible europium compounds as a new quantum memory platform. They synthesized one of the predicted compounds, Cs2NaEuF6, which is an air-stable material that could be used in scalable quantum computing.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateMar 11, 2024
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

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Rice’s Nai-Hui Chia wins NSF CAREER Award

Nai-Hui Chia, an assistant professor of computer science at Rice University, has received a National Science Foundation CAREER Award to develop a new theoretical framework for efficient quantum algorithms. The grant aims to enhance the security of quantum cryptography and tackle complex problems in physics and machine learning.

SourceRice University·DateMar 5, 2024

Network of quantum sensors boosts precision

Physicists have developed a method to make quantum signals accessible again by analyzing simultaneous changes in states of multiple sensors. This approach enables precise measurement of magnetic field variations and distance between sensors, outperforming entanglement-based methods.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalPhysical Review X·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 4, 2024

AI-enabled atomic robotic probe to advance quantum material manufacturing

Scientists at NUS developed an AI-enabled atomic robotic probe to fabricate carbon-based quantum materials at the atomic scale. The CARP concept utilizes deep neural networks to autonomously synthesize open-shell magnetic nanographenes with precise engineering of their π-electron topology and spin configurations.

SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalNature Synthesis·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 1, 2024
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Resurrecting niobium for quantum science

Scientists have successfully engineered a high-performing niobium-based qubit that rivals state-of-the-art qubits in their class. The breakthrough expands the possibilities of future quantum technologies, including quantum computers, networks, and sensors.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review·DateFeb 26, 2024

Orbital angular momentum-mediated machine learning for high-accuracy mode-feature encoding

A team of scientists has created a new optical neural network architecture that uses orbital angular momentum to learn data features of images, achieving high-precision intelligent encoding and decoding. This method has been tested with success in various tasks, including image classification and secure free-space transmission.

SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateFeb 20, 2024

High fidelity spatial mode quantum gates enabled by diffractive neural networks

Scientists have developed a method to construct high-dimensional quantum gates using diffractive neural networks, exhibiting ultrahigh fidelities. They successfully implemented various quantum gates and demonstrated the applicability of their approach by performing complex operations like the Deutsch algorithm.

SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·DateFeb 20, 2024
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1,000 atomic qubits and rising

Researchers at TU Darmstadt have successfully demonstrated a quantum-processing architecture with over 1,000 individually controllable atomic qubits. This breakthrough enables the development of highly beneficial applications in fields such as drug development and traffic optimization.

SourceTechnische Universitat Darmstadt·JournalOptica·DateFeb 15, 2024

A “quantum leap” at room temperature

Scientists successfully observed and controlled quantum effects at room temperature using a novel optomechanical system. The breakthrough enables practical applications of quantum technologies and expands the study of macroscopic quantum mechanics.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature·DateFeb 14, 2024
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

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Direct view of tantalum oxidation that impedes qubit coherence

Researchers use advanced electron microscopy and computational modeling to understand tantalum oxide formation, which can impede qubit performance. The study reveals a 'suboxide' layer at the interface between tantalum and oxide, with ordered crystalline lattice features.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalACS Nano·DateFeb 5, 2024

Magnesium protects tantalum, a promising material for making qubits

Researchers found that a thin layer of magnesium significantly improves tantalum's purity and raises its operating temperature as a superconductor. This could lead to increased quantum information retention in qubits, ultimately benefiting quantum computing.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateFeb 5, 2024
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

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A physical qubit with built-in error correction

A team of researchers from the universities of Mainz, Olomouc, and Tokyo has successfully generated a logical qubit from a single light pulse that can correct errors. This breakthrough uses a photon-based approach to overcome the limitations of current quantum computing technology.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalScience·DateFeb 2, 2024

Lights, detector, action!

Researchers at Kyoto University have developed a novel method for quantum infrared spectroscopy, generating a wider range of infrared photons with improved sensitivity. This breakthrough enables compact, high-performance scanners for various applications in environmental monitoring, medicine, and security.

SourceKyoto University·JournalOptica·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 24, 2024

What coffee with cream can teach us about quantum physics

Physicists at the University of Colorado Boulder have discovered a way to create scenarios where information can remain stable in quantum computer chips, potentially leading to advances in quantum computing. The team's findings could also influence other fields, such as materials science and engineering.

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJan 24, 2024

Researchers find new multiphoton effect within quantum interference of light

Researchers from Leibniz University Hannover have disproved a previously held assumption about the impact of multiphoton components in thermal fields and parametric single photons. Their experiment reveals a new fundamental characteristic that was not considered in previous calculations, enabling the prediction of quantum interference.

SourceLeibniz University Hannover·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJan 23, 2024
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Mass-producible miniature quantum memory

Scientists at the University of Basel developed a miniaturized quantum memory that can store photons in tiny glass cells. The innovation enables the mass production of quantum memories, paving the way for future quantum networks and secure communication.

SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 17, 2024

Experiment could test quantum nature of large masses for the first time

A new experiment could test whether relatively large masses have a quantum nature, resolving the question of whether quantum mechanics works at a larger scale. The proposed experiment exploits the principle of measurement-induced collapse to observe changes in motion.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 16, 2024
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

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New quantum optics technique sheds light on polariton interactions

A new quantum optics technique has been introduced to explore light-matter interactions in semiconductors. The technique, called photon-cascade correlation spectroscopy, uses spectral filtering and photon-correlation analysis to reveal interactions between semiconductor exciton-polaritons.

SourceMacquarie University·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 15, 2024

Generating stable qubits at room temperature

Scientists achieve room-temperature quantum coherence by embedding a chromophore in a metal-organic framework, enabling the creation of quintet state qubits with four electron spins. This breakthrough could lead to the development of multiple qubit systems at room temperature, revolutionizing quantum computing and sensing.

SourceKyushu University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 11, 2024

Researchers propose conditions for maximizing quantum entanglement

Entanglement is crucial for quantum computing, and researchers have proposed a condition to maximize it. The study, published in Physical Review B, uses the Hellmann-Feynman theorem as a reference point to explore finite temperature and quantum critical points.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalPhysical Review B·DateJan 4, 2024
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

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Images hidden in noise revealed by a quantum-inspired method

Researchers developed a novel phase imaging technique using intensity correlation measurements that is immune to phase instability. This method can capture high-resolution images of transparent and optically thin samples, such as cell cultures, with improved accuracy.

SourceUniversity of Warsaw, Faculty of Physics·JournalScience Advances·DateDec 22, 2023

Bringing quantum computing to light

Researchers explore quantum optical technology to solve scalability and accuracy issues in quantum computing, aiming to develop new drugs faster and more efficiently. Photon-based systems offer a solution by reducing physical components, increasing opportunities for scaling and stability.

SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·DateDec 15, 2023

Quantum batteries break causality

Researchers from the University of Tokyo have developed a new way to charge quantum batteries using optical apparatuses and the phenomenon of indefinite causal order. This approach enables significant gains in energy storage and thermal efficiency, even with lower power chargers.

SourceUniversity of Tokyo·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 14, 2023
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

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The A+ team tackles AI and quantum computing hardware

Researchers from Jefferson Lab, imec, and Cornell University collaborate to develop ultra-energy-efficient Superconducting Digital electronics for emerging AI and quantum computing technologies. The project aims to improve energy efficiency by 100X and enable both classical and quantum computing.

SourceDOE/Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility·DateDec 13, 2023

Applications open for School of Advanced Science on Quantum Materials

The São Paulo School of Advanced Science on Quantum Materials will select and support 100 graduate students and young researchers to focus on fundamental, theoretical, and experimental aspects of quantum materials. The program will cover topics like superconductivity, electronic topology, and complex magnetic configurations.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateDec 11, 2023

World’s first logical quantum processor

A Harvard University team has created the world's first logical quantum processor, which can encode up to 48 logical qubits and execute hundreds of gate operations. This breakthrough is a significant step toward reliable quantum computing and fault-tolerant quantum computation.

SourceHarvard University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 7, 2023
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Quantum tool opens door to uncharted phenomena

Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have developed a new approach to study entanglement in quantum materials. By using a quantum simulator with 51 particles, they were able to extract information about the existing entanglement with drastically fewer measurements than previously thought possible.

SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 29, 2023

Limits for quantum computers: Perfect clocks are impossible

The research team created a mathematical model showing that no clock can have both infinite energy and perfect time resolution, setting limits to quantum computer capabilities. This realization impacts the speed and reliability of quantum computers, as current accuracy is limited by other factors.

SourceVienna University of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeMeta-analysis·DateNov 23, 2023

Keep it secret: Cloud data storage security approach taps quantum physics

A team in China has developed a cost-effective cloud storage solution that uses quantum key distribution and Shamir's secret sharing algorithm to provide quantum security and fault tolerance. The method disperses keys via the algorithm, applies erasure coding, and securely transmits data through QKD-protected networks.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalAIP Advances·DateNov 14, 2023
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

Researchers identify unexpected twist while developing new polymer-based semiconductors

Researchers at University of Illinois developed new semiconductor materials that can harness the power of chirality, a non-superimposable mirror image. The study found that subtle molecular changes can modulate chiral helical assemblies, leading to new optical, electronic, and mechanical properties.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalACS Central Science·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 14, 2023