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New benchmark helps solve the hardest quantum problems

From subatomic particles to complex molecules, quantum systems hold the key to understanding how the universe works. But there's a catch: when you try to model these systems, that complexity quickly spirals out of control—just ...

Atomic sensors unveil hidden dynamics of molecular polarization

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Quantum physicists tap into entanglement to improve the precision of optical atomic clocks
Optics & Photonics
Quantum register reaches 1,200 neutral atoms in continuous operation
Optics & Photonics
New photonics approach enhances quantum computation efficiency
General Physics
Merging atomic clocks with quantum computers could lead to ultraprecise measurements of laws of nature
Condensed Matter
Novel technique for observing atomic-level changes could unlock potential of quantum materials
General Physics
Accelerator studies propel quantum research into a higher energy orbit
General Physics
Detecting Planck-scale dark matter by leveraging quantum interference
General Physics
Physics team uncovers a quantum Mpemba effect with a host of 'cool' implications
Optics & Photonics
AI predicts optical properties to speed up the discovery of energy and quantum materials
Quantum Physics
Unlocking heat management with quantum thermal transistors
Superconductivity
Direct measurement of a subtle current phase relation shows potential for more stable superconducting qubits
Quantum Physics
Quantum communication: Using microwaves to efficiently control diamond qubits
Quantum Physics
Physicists achieve strong coupling of Andreev qubits via microwave resonator
Quantum Physics
Quantum researchers come up with a recipe that could accelerate drug development
Optics & Photonics
Quantum research paves the way toward efficient, ultra-high-density optical memory storage
Condensed Matter
New materials and techniques show promise for microelectronics and quantum technologies
Quantum Physics
First-ever teleportation of logical qubit using fault-tolerant methods
Quantum Physics
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Theoretical study: Cooling particles with laser light fields

Using lasers to slow down atoms is a technique that has been used for a long time already: If one wants to achieve low-temperature world records in the range of absolute temperature zero, one resorts to laser cooling, in ...

How to make a nuclear clock tick

While not primarily useful for telling the time, nuclear clocks could allow scientists to test humankind's fundamental understanding of how reality works.