Method turns everyday stuff into material for quantum computers

Scientists have discovered a new way to transform everyday materials like glass into materials scientists can use to make quantum computers.

Lucas Van Wyk Joel-UC Irvine • futurity
Jan. 31, 2024 ~5 min

Could quantum physics be the key that unlocks the secrets of human behaviour?

Human behaviour is often irrational if viewed through the lens of “classical” physics and probability theory.

Dorje C. Brody, Professor of Mathematics, University of Surrey • conversation
Jan. 19, 2024 ~8 min


MIT researchers observe a hallmark quantum behavior in bouncing droplets

In a study that could help fill some holes in quantum theory, the team recreated a “quantum bomb tester” in a classical droplet test.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
Dec. 12, 2023 ~9 min

Researchers create first logical quantum processor

Key step toward reliable, game-changing quantum computing.

Anne J. Manning • harvard
Dec. 8, 2023 ~6 min

Diamonds and rust help unveil ‘impossible’ quasi-particles

Researchers have discovered magnetic monopoles – isolated magnetic charges – in a material closely related to rust, a result that could be used to power

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Dec. 5, 2023 ~6 min

With a quantum “squeeze,” clocks could keep even more precise time, MIT researchers propose

More stable clocks could measure quantum phenomena, including the presence of dark matter.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
Nov. 30, 2023 ~8 min

What is quantum advantage? A quantum computing scientist explains an approaching milestone marking the arrival of extremely powerful computers

Several companies have made quantum computers, but these early models have yet to demonstrate quantum advantage: the ability to outstrip ordinary supercomputers.

Daniel Lidar, Professor of Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, and Physics & Astronomy, University of Southern California • conversation
Nov. 17, 2023 ~9 min

Physicists trap electrons in a 3D crystal for the first time

The results open the door to exploring superconductivity and other exotic electronic states in three-dimensional materials.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
Nov. 8, 2023 ~8 min


Quantum dots − a new Nobel laureate describes the development of these nanoparticles from basic research to industry application

Louis Brus explains some of the foundational research – and how even the letter carrier wants to shake your hand when you’ve just won a Nobel Prize.

Louis Brus, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry, Columbia University • conversation
Oct. 20, 2023 ~10 min

Becoming a Nobel laureate: Louis Brus on his discovery of quantum dots – podcast

Louis Brus, one of the newest Nobel laureates in chemistry, speaks to The Conversation Weekly podcast.

Gemma Ware, Editor and Co-Host, The Conversation Weekly Podcast, The Conversation • conversation
Oct. 19, 2023 ~4 min

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