MIT researchers discover “neutronic molecules”

Study shows neutrons can bind to nanoscale atomic clusters known as quantum dots. The finding may provide insights into material properties and quantum effects.

David L. Chandler | MIT News • mit
April 3, 2024 ~9 min

Technique could improve the sensitivity of quantum sensing devices

The method lets researchers identify and control larger numbers of atomic-scale defects, to build a bigger system of qubits.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
Feb. 8, 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

Canceling noise to improve quantum devices

MIT researchers develop a protocol to extend the life of quantum coherence.

Peter Reuell | Department of Nuclear Science and Engineering • mit
Sept. 6, 2023 ~11 min

Sensing and controlling microscopic spin density in materials

By fine-tuning the spin density in some materials, researchers may be able to develop new quantum sensors or quantum simulations.

David L. Chandler | MIT News • mit
Aug. 2, 2023 ~9 min

New quantum magnet unleashes electronics potential

Researchers discover how to control the anomalous Hall effect and Berry curvature to create flexible quantum magnets for use in computers, robotics, and sensors.

Plasma Science and Fusion Center • mit
July 25, 2023 ~7 min

International team reports powerful tool for studying, tuning atomically thin materials

Work could lead to heady applications in novel electronics and more.

Elizabeth A. Thomson | Materials Research Laboratory • mit
June 27, 2023 ~8 min

QuARC 2023 explores the leading edge in quantum information and science

The second annual student-industry conference was held in-person for the first time.

Center for Quantum Engineering • mit
March 3, 2023 ~6 min


Engineers discover a new way to control atomic nuclei as “qubits”

Using lasers, researchers can directly control a property of nuclei called spin, that can encode quantum information.

David L. Chandler | MIT News Office • mit
Feb. 15, 2023 ~5 min

Physicists observe rare resonance in molecules for the first time

The findings could provide a new way to control chemical reactions.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News Office • mit
Feb. 1, 2023 ~8 min

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