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Don’t underestimate undulating graphene

Researchers at Rice University have developed a new type of electronics using undulating graphene, which creates mini channels that produce detectable magnetic fields. This technology has the potential to facilitate nanoscale optical devices and valleytronics applications, such as converging lenses and collimators.

SourceRice University·JournalNano Letters·DateMar 23, 2022

Quantum errors made more tolerable

Researchers at ETH Zurich have successfully implemented a novel measurement scheme for finite-energy states, extending the coherence time of a trapped ion quantum oscillator by a factor of three. This breakthrough addresses a major challenge in quantum computing and brings us closer to enabling fault-tolerant quantum computers.

SourceETH Zurich Department of Physics·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 7, 2022

Towards quantum states of sound

A team of researchers at Imperial College London has generated and observed non-Gaussian states of high-frequency sound waves comprising over a trillion atoms. This breakthrough makes important strides towards generating macroscopic quantum states that will enable future quantum internet components to be developed.

SourceImperial College London·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 9, 2021

Twisting elusive quantum particles with a quantum computer

Scientists from TUM and Google Quantum AI used a highly controllable quantum processor to simulate exotic particles called anyons, which can emerge as collective excitations in two-dimensional systems. The study reveals the properties of these particles through braiding statistics, a key feature of topologically ordered states.

SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 2, 2021

Newly improved quantum algorithm performs full configuration interaction calculations without controlled time evolutions

Researchers at Osaka City University developed a new quantum algorithm that calculates potential energy curves of molecules without controlled time evolutions. This addresses issues with conventional quantum phase estimation algorithms, enabling parallel processing and efficient full-CI calculations.

SourceOsaka City University·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 29, 2021

Ultra-thin crystals as light sources in lasers

Researchers have successfully demonstrated laser emission from ultra-thin crystals consisting of three atomic layers, a breakthrough that could lead to miniaturized circuits and future quantum applications. The discovery showcases the potential of these materials as a platform for new nanolasers capable of operating at room temperature.

SourceUniversity of Oldenburg·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 4, 2021

Quantum Physics in Proteins

A new analytical technique combines quantum physics and molecular biology to track biomolecule changes in less than a trillionth of a second. By analyzing the collective movement of atoms, researchers were able to reduce 6000 dimensions to four and characterize conical intersections of quantum states in complex molecules.

On eternal imbalance

Researchers have discovered a new theory that explains the behavior of quantum systems with long-range interactions. The theory predicts that these systems will settle into meta-stable states rather than reaching equilibrium, leading to unique effects such as spiral arms in galaxies.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 28, 2021

Quantum steering for more precise measurements

Researchers at the University of Basel have proposed a new scheme for measuring magnetic or electric fields using quantum steering, which enhances measurement precision. By analyzing entangled particle states, scientists can make more accurate predictions about possible measurement results.

SourceUniversity of Basel·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 23, 2021

Atomic nuclei in the quantum swing

Researchers have successfully controlled quantum jumps in atomic nuclei using X-ray light, enabling ultra-precise atomic clocks and potentially powerful nuclear batteries. The technique requires precise control of high-energy X-ray pulses to manipulate quantum dynamics.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature·DateFeb 19, 2021

Healing an Achilles' heel of quantum entanglement

Researchers have developed a new method to calculate the exact entanglement cost of a given quantum state, allowing for more precise measurement and application in various quantum research areas. This breakthrough resolves a longstanding investigation in entanglement theory, enabling efficient computation and broad applicability.

SourceLouisiana State University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJul 29, 2020

2D semiconductors found to be close-to-ideal fractional quantum hall platform

Researchers at Columbia University have observed fractional quantum Hall states (FQHS) in a monolayer 2D semiconductor, demonstrating excellent intrinsic quality and establishing it as a unique test platform for studying FQHS. The study reveals unexpected behavior and suggests that 2D semiconductors are close-to-ideal platforms to furt...

Quantum jump tipping the balance

Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics have successfully measured infinitesimal changes in mass of individual atoms for the first time, opening a new world for precision physics. The team discovered a previously unobserved quantum state in rhenium, which could be interesting for future atomic clocks.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature·DateMay 7, 2020

A better starting point for exploring entanglement

Researchers propose updated equations that simplify calculations for distinguishing between two types of 'non-Gaussian curve' and genuinely quantum states. This approach could speed up advances in quantum communication and computation.

SourceSpringer·JournalThe European Physical Journal D·DateFeb 25, 2020

A quantum of solid

Scientists have isolated and cooled a nanoparticle in a solid, achieving macroscopic quantum control for the first time. By removing thermal energy and isolating the particle from its environment, researchers successfully cooled the glass bead to ultra-cold temperatures near absolute zero.

SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalScience·DateJan 30, 2020

How sensitive can a quantum detector be?

A new device created by Aalto University and Lund University has set a new standard for measuring the tiniest energies in superconducting circuits. The calorimeter uses a strip of copper one thousand times thinner than a human hair to detect energy changes, providing essential insights into quantum thermodynamics.

SourceAalto University·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 17, 2020

Coping with errors in the quantum age

ETH Zurich researchers have demonstrated a novel quantum error correction technique that can monitor and correct errors in real-time. The technique, which uses trapped ions to encode quantum information, has been successfully tested with repeated measurements on the same system, exceeding previous experimental limits.

Teaching quantum physics to a computer

Researchers developed machine learning software that allows computers to learn the quantum state of complex systems based on experimental observations. This approach enables faster tomography for quantum states and has implications for testing quantum computers with many qubits.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature Physics·DateFeb 27, 2018