Fundamental quantum model recreated from nanographenes

Fundamental quantum model recreated from nanographenes

The smallest unit of information in a computer is the bit: on or off, 1 or 0. Today, the world's entire computing power is built on the combination and interconnection of countless ones and zeros. Quantum computers have their own version of the bit: the qubit. It, too, has two basic states. The main difference: Quantum effects allow a superposition of the two states, so that the qubit is not either 1 or 0, but both at the same time. With differe…

Scientists Recreate Fundamental Quantum Model Using Nanographene Lego Bricks

Researchers at Empa, a Swiss research institute, have made a significant breakthrough in quantum technology by recreating a fundamental quantum model using nanographenes, a type of synthetic material. This achievement brings us one step closer to harnessing the power of quantum computing, which promises to revolutionize communication, computing, and sensing technologies. The team, led by Roman Fasel, head of Empa's nanotech@surfaces laboratory, …

Fundamental quantum model recreated from nanograph

Quantum technologies promise breakthroughs in communication, computing, sensors and much more. However, quantum states are fragile, and their effects are difficult to grasp, making research into real-world applications challenging. Empa researchers and their partners have now achieved a breakthrough: Using a kind of "quantum Lego", they have been able to accurately realize a well-known theoretical quantum physics model in a synthetic material.