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General Physics Oct 8, 2024

'Invisibility' and quantum computing tipped for physics Nobel

An "invisibility cloak", an atomic force microscope or quantum computing are some of the scientific achievements that could win a Nobel prize in physics Tuesday.

Quantum Physics Oct 3, 2024

Quantum researchers come up with a recipe that could accelerate drug development

University of Copenhagen mathematicians have developed a recipe for upgrading quantum computers to simulate complex quantum systems, such as molecules. Their discovery brings us closer to being able to predict how new drugs ...

Condensed Matter Sep 19, 2024

Topological quantum computers a step closer with new method to 'split' electrons

The topological quantum computer still exists only in theory but, if possible, would be the most stable and powerful computing machine in the world. However, it requires a special type of qubit (quantum bit) that has yet ...

Quantum Physics Sep 18, 2024

Different qubit architecture could enable easier manufacturing of quantum computer building blocks

Scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have shown that a type of qubit whose architecture is more amenable to mass production can perform comparably to qubits currently dominating ...

Quantum Physics Aug 30, 2024

Higher-order topological simulation unlocks new potential in quantum computers

Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have successfully simulated higher-order topological (HOT) lattices with unprecedented accuracy using digital quantum computers. These complex lattice structures ...

Nanophysics Aug 26, 2024

Manipulation of nanolight provides new insight for quantum computing and thermal management

A recent study led by University of Minnesota Twin Cities researchers provides fundamental insight into how light, electrons, and crystal vibrations interact in materials. The research has implications for developing on-chip ...

Condensed Matter Aug 15, 2024

Theoretical research holds promise for advancing modular quantum information processing

The operation of a quantum computer relies on encoding and processing information in the form of quantum bits—defined by two states of quantum systems such as electrons and photons. Unlike binary bits used in classical computers, ...

Quantum Physics Aug 13, 2024

Studying sources of energy loss to make quantum computing gains

Scientists from Yale University and the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory have developed a systematic approach to understanding how energy is lost from the materials that make up qubits. Energy ...

Quantum Physics Aug 11, 2024

Study unveils limits on the extent to which quantum errors can be 'undone' in large systems

Quantum computers have the potential of outperforming conventional computers on some practically relevant information processing problems, possibly even in machine learning and optimization. Yet their large-scale deployment ...

Quantum Physics Aug 9, 2024

Quantum computing: Finding solutions by the people for the people

PEARC24 launched its first Workshop on Broadly Accessible Quantum Computing (QC) as the full conference began, July 22, in Providence, RI. Led by NCSA's Bruno Abreu and QuEra's Tomasso Macri, 30+ participants included quantum ...

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