Articles tagged with Quantum Information
Researchers have developed a new device that can effectively redistribute noise and reduce its impact on quantum measurements. By 'squeezing' the noise, they can make more accurate measurements, enabling faster and more precise quantum systems. The device has the potential to improve multi-qubit systems and metrological applications.
Researchers have developed a new detector that can precisely measure single photons at very high rates, enabling practical high-speed quantum communication. The PEACOQ detector is made of superconducting nanowires and operates at extremely cold temperatures, allowing for precise measurement of photon arrival times.
Researchers report the discovery of photonic hopfions, a new family of 3D topological solitons with freely tunable textures and numbers. These structures exhibit robust topological protection, making them suitable for applications in optical communications, quantum technologies, and metrology.
A team of researchers has developed an experimental method to manipulate the Rydberg state excitation in hydrogen molecules using bicircular two-color laser pulses. By controlling the photon effect and field effect, they were able to generate Rydberg states while varying the extent to which each effect contributed to the process.
AQT at Berkeley Lab organized a workshop on classical control systems for quantum computing, bringing together industry leaders and researchers to share experimental control advances. The workshop highlighted the need for advanced features in classical control electronic systems to optimize quantum computer performance.
Researchers have developed a new microscope that can measure supercurrent flow at extremely small scales and high energies. The Cryogenic Magneto-Terahertz Scanning Near-field Optical Microscope (cm-SNOM) instrument is being used to study superconductivity, which has applications in quantum computing and medical imaging.
A team of quantum engineers at UNSW Sydney has developed a method to reset a quantum computer using a fast digital voltmeter to watch the temperature of an electron, reducing preparation errors from 20% to 1%. This innovation represents a modern twist on Maxwell's demon, a thought experiment that dates back to 1867.
Physicists at the University of Basel have experimentally demonstrated a negative correlation between the spins of paired electrons from a superconductor. The researchers used spin filters made of nanomagnets and quantum dots to achieve this, as reported in the scientific journal Nature.
The Arizona State University's Quantum Collaborative is a major initiative promoting understanding of advanced quantum technology and forging partnerships to advance it. The collaborative aims to develop a robust talent pipeline for a quantum-enabled economy through certifications, upskilling opportunities, and modified degree programs.
Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have developed a new architecture for universal quantum computers using parity-based qubits. This design reduces the complexity of implementing complex algorithms while also offering hardware-efficient error correction.
A team led by Prof. Alan Tennant and Dr Allen Scheie gain deeper insights into the interactions between spins in KCuF3, a simple model material for Heisenberg quantum spin chain. They use neutron scattering to study spatial and temporal evolution of spins.
A team of researchers at UNSW Sydney has broken new ground by proving that 'spin qubits' can hold information for up to two milliseconds, a significant improvement over previous benchmarks. By extending the coherence time, they enable more efficient quantum operations and better maintain information during calculations.
Researchers at NICT have developed a new systematic method to identify the optimal quantum operation sequence, enabling efficient task execution and contributing to improving quantum computer performance and reducing environmental impact. The method uses GRAPE algorithm to analyze all possible sequences of elementary quantum operations.
A team of scientists has developed a novel setup for magnetocardiography using a diamond quantum sensor to measure heart currents at millimeter resolution. The sensor is based on nitrogen vacancies sensitive to weak magnetic fields produced by heart currents and can operate at room temperature.
Researchers optimized the ZZ SWAP network protocol, introducing a new technique to improve quantum error mitigation. This enables more efficient execution of quantum algorithms like QAOA, which can solve combinatorial optimization problems.
Researchers have found a way to precisely control qubits without previous limitations, enabling large-scale quantum processors and quantum memories. The new method combines optical methods with microwaves to overcome wiring issues, paving the way for quantum computing advancement.
Researchers at LMU and NUS have successfully implemented device-independent quantum key distribution (QKD), a new method for secure communication. This breakthrough enables the creation of secret keys with uncharacterized devices, improving the security of quantum networks.
Scientists at Simon Fraser University have made a breakthrough in developing quantum technology by observing over 150,000 silicon 'T centre' photon-spin qubits. This discovery enables the creation of massively scalable quantum computers and quantum internet that can connect them.
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder and NIST have successfully demonstrated reading out signals from superconducting qubits using laser light, preserving the qubit's information. This breakthrough could enable the creation of a quantum internet, allowing for secure communication over long distances.
Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have successfully implemented a universal set of gates on encoded logical quantum bits, enabling fault-tolerant quantum computing. The demonstration showcases two essential gates: CNOT and T-gates, which are crucial for programming all algorithms.
Researchers propose using quantum repeaters to regenerate signals and prevent data loss in ground-based quantum networks. Another approach involves taking quantum networks into the air via drones or satellites, enabling longer-distance transmission and greater flexibility.
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have developed a new position-based quantum encryption method that uses a person's geographical location to guarantee secure communication. This method makes it difficult for hackers to impersonate users and exploit online communications.
A research team from Yokohama National University demonstrates quantum error correction in spin quantum memories in diamond under a zero magnetic field. This achievement makes the quantum memory resilient against operational or environmental errors without the need for magnetic fields.
AV3Sb5 kagome metals exhibit unusual quantum phenomena such as high-temperature superconductivity. Researchers identified four Van Hove singularities near the Fermi level, which enhance correlation effects and lead to competing orders.
Researchers found that quantum error correction can distort the output of quantum sensors and lead to unphysical results due to non-commuting actions. However, they provide procedures for restoring correct results through post-processing and devising ideal sensing protocols.
Researchers at the University of Innsbruck have proposed a method to solve optimization problems using neutral atoms and four-qubit operations. The algorithm can be realized on existing quantum hardware by optimizing laser pulse durations in a feedback loop.
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a unique detector using compressed xenon gas to detect axion-like particles, promising a breakthrough in finding dark matter. The new technology enables the exploration of previously inaccessible masses, constraining the properties of axion-like particles.
Researchers at NIST have revived and improved the charge pumping method to detect single defects as small as one-tenth of a billionth of a meter. The new technique can indicate where defects are located in transistors, enabling accurate assessment of their impact on performance.
A collaborative research project on quantum technology has started on the International Space Station (ISS), utilizing ultracold atoms to conduct fundamental research and develop future quantum sensors. The BECCAL experiment is a multi-user platform open to international scientists, allowing them to test their ideas in practice.
Researchers achieved a key milestone toward developing a fault-tolerant quantum computer by demonstrating a two-qubit gate fidelity of 99.5% using electron spin qubits in silicon. They found that specific Rabi frequencies enabled universal operations and high accuracy in performing quantum calculations.
Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories developed a precision diagnostic to detect and describe problems in quantum computing hardware. Using gate set tomography, they discovered new innovations that improve the reliability and accuracy of quantum processors.
Physicist Guido Pagano has won a prestigious CAREER award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to study quantum entanglement and develop new error-correcting tools for quantum computation. He aims to understand how measurement affects entangled systems and create tools to correct errors caused by quantum decoherence.
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.
Researchers have found a complete solution to the problem of whether catalytic transformations are possible, revealing that quantum catalysts can boost quantum processes. This breakthrough has practical applications in quantum cryptography, secure communication, and efficient state merging, making noisy states useful in quantum computing.
Researchers from diverse fields have converged on a new definition of quantum nanoscience, placing coherence at its center. The review highlights the nanoscale's role in harnessing useful quantum effects, with applications for industries and governments.
A new study shows that quantum systems can exist in a superposition of forward and backward time flows, blurring the traditional concept of time. This phenomenon has practical implications for quantum thermodynamics, potentially offering advantages in thermal machines and refrigerators.
Physicists from Exeter and Zaragoza develop a theory to engineer non-reciprocal flows of quantum light and matter, paving the way for novel devices with directional character. This breakthrough may lead to the creation of quantum technologies requiring efficient, directional energy transfer.
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.
Experts successfully connect quantum computers and sensors on a practical scale, enabling entanglement-based quantum communications. The team demonstrated scalability of entanglement-based protocols across three remote nodes using flexible grid bandwidth provisioning.
Physicists have developed a new method to identify and address imperfections in materials for quantum computing. The technique, terahertz scanning near-field optical microscopy, has been used to optimize fabrication protocols and reduce decoherence.
Researchers found that spin-orbit coupling induces asymmetric interactions between electrons in chromium triiodide, affecting its topological excitations. This discovery could exist in other 2D van der Waals magnets and has implications for spintronics.
Scientists detected electronic and optical interlayer resonances in bilayer graphene by twisting one layer 30 degrees, resulting in increased interlayer spacing that influences electron motion. This understanding could inform the design of future quantum technologies for more powerful computing and secure communication.
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.
Researchers from USTC extended optical memory storage time to over one hour using ZEFOZ-AFC method and dynamical decoupling, achieving high storage capacity and fidelity. The study meets basic requirements for optical storage lifetime in quantum memories.
Porphyrin molecules have electrical and optical properties that can be tailored for molecular-based materials and quantum information technologies. Researchers will develop a comprehensive database for porphyrins and metal-porphyrins with experimental and theoretical values, including response functions and conductance curves.
Researchers have created microfabricated elastic diamonds that can stretch up to 10% without losing their shape. This controlled elasticity changes the diamond's electronic properties, including a reduced bandgap, making it suitable for advanced electronics and quantum information technologies.
Research reveals that quantum particles can break a key principle of classical physics when passing through gravitational waves, opening up new possibilities for advanced materials and devices. This finding has significant implications for the development of gravitational wave detectors and potential energy harvesting technologies.
Researchers from JMU have successfully demonstrated the existence of spin centers in boron nitride crystals, exhibiting magnetic dipole moments and optical properties. This discovery paves the way for developing artificial two-dimensional crystals with tailored properties.
ETRI's QKD system achieves secure key rate of 142.94 kbps in daylight, demonstrating its potential for secure communication in various applications. The self-developed polarization encoding chip reduces the system size and paves the way for commercialization.
Researchers at the University of Bonn have successfully applied the Purcell effect to improve the transmission of quantum information. By forcing photons onto a specific path using the Purcell effect, they achieved a significant increase in efficiency, enabling faster communication between quantum dots and transmitters.
Scientists have successfully achieved strong coupling between distant phonon modes of graphene-based mechanical resonators using a phonon cavity mode. By tuning the resonant frequency of the phonon cavity mode, they can continuously tune the coupling strength between distant phonon modes.
The researchers created a device called a quantum enigma machine that can transmit an unbreakable encrypted message using a key significantly shorter than the message, advancing the field of quantum data locking. The team successfully demonstrated six bits of classical information being securely locked in with only one bit of encryptio...
Researchers from ITMO University have developed a novel approach to constructing quantum communication systems, enabling the transmission of single-photon quantum signals across distances of up to 250 kilometers. The system uses side frequencies to simplify device architecture and increase pass-through capacity, making it comparable to...
A team of physicists at Australian National University has improved storage time by a factor of over 100, achieving a record six-hour storage time. This breakthrough is expected to revolutionize the transmission of quantum information and enable the creation of a secure worldwide data encryption network.
Physicist Chris Adami has solved the information paradox in Hawking's black hole theory by introducing the concept of stimulated emission. According to Adami, the information swallowed by a black hole is copied and preserved outside the event horizon through stimulated emission.
A University of Calgary research team has developed a new approach to enhance quantum-based secure communication systems, overcoming a major vulnerability that threatened the security of QKD-secured networks. The new protocol allows for secure key distribution over long distances without compromising secrecy.
Researchers Corsin Pfister and Stephanie Wehner discovered a new principle that rules out discrete theories incompatible with quantum physics. The principle assumes that measuring a system yields no information implies the system has not been disturbed.