Tag: quantum science
New method to control electron spin paves the way for efficient quantum computers
The method, developed by researchers including John Nichol, an associate professor of physics, overcomes the limitations of electron spin resonance.
Quest for elusive monolayers just got a lot simpler
Compared to long, tedious hours of scanning by undergraduates, a breakthrough technology can detect monolayers with 99.9 percent accuracy—in far less time and at a fraction of the cost.
Laser bursts drive fastest-ever logic gates
By clarifying the role of “real” and “virtual” charge carriers in laser-induced currents, researchers at Rochester and Erlangen have taken a decisive step toward creating ultrafast computers.
Researchers continue to confront major hurdles in quantum computing
With new insights on the problem of noise in quantum computing, Rochester researchers make major strides in improving the transfer of information in quantum systems.
Rochester researchers set ‘ultrabroadband’ record with entangled photons
Engineers have taken advantage of the quantum entanglement phenomenon to generate unprecedented bandwidth and brightness on chip-sized nanophotonic devices.
‘High risk’ project uses quantum science to unlock new chemical reactions
Rochester scientists have secured national funding for a multi-institutional research effort that could alter the basic rules of chemistry.
Rochester researchers join national initiative to advance quantum science
Rochester researchers led by Todd Krauss, a professor of chemistry, are joining a major US Department of Energy-funded initiative to advance quantum science and technology.
Building a quantum network one node at a time
New research demonstrates a way to use quantum properties of light to transmit information, a key step on the path to the next generation of computing and communications systems.
Quantum engines? Entanglement as fuel?
It’s still more science fiction than science fact, but perfect energy efficiency may be one step closer due to new research by Rochester physicists.
Is teleportation possible? Yes, in the quantum world
Rochester physicists are exploring new ways of creating quantum-mechanical interactions between distant electrons. The research marks an important advance in quantum computing.