Quantum Computers Just Simulated Physics Too Complex for Supercomputers

Quantum computers just simulated physics too complex for supercomputers

Researchers created scalable quantum circuits capable of simulating fundamental nuclear physics on more than 100 qubits. These circuits efficiently prepare complex initial states that classical computers cannot handle. The achievement demonstrates a new path toward simulating particle collisions and extreme forms of matter. It may ultimately illuminate long-standing cosmic mysteries.

Designing Tomorrow’s Molecules with Quantum Computers

Christophe Valahu in the quantum lab at the University of Sydney. Photo/Credit: All photos in courtesy of The University of Sydney University of Sydney Young Scientist Christophe Valahu is looking forward to this year’s 75th Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting where he will join three physics Laureates – Michel H. Devoret, John M. Martinis and William D. Phillips – in a panel discussion on the future impact of quantum computing (2 July 2026, 9:00…