Physics & Space Science
Particle physics, quantum research, cosmology and fundamental forces
Weekend reads: Mega-journal on hold at PubMed; 1,400 retractions in one day; ‘I Used AI to Fake a Scientific Paper’
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What Paul Farmer and Joan Kleinman taught Arthur Kleinman about wisdom
Physician and anthropologist says it all comes down caregiving in new collection written with colleagues, rooted in their course ‘Quests for Wisdom’
Embedded SNAIL Amplifiers: A Step Forward in Quantum Readout Efficiency
The new embedded SNAIL amplifier enhances quantum readout fidelity while simplifying hardware demands, paving the way for efficient quantum processors.
SkyWater Technology and D-Wave Extend Partnership to Enhance Quantum Processor Manufacturing
SkyWater and D-Wave deepen their collaboration to enhance the manufacturing of quantum processors, leveraging over a decade of specialized expertise.
UCLouvain Advances Cancer Research with Quantum-Enhanced MRI Technology
UCLouvain installs the POLARIS quantum MRI system to enhance cancer research, focusing on metabolic changes in treatment resistance.
Alice & Bob Accomplishes LDPC-Cat Code Decoding on NVIDIA’s NVQLink
Alice & Bob successfully decodes LDPC-cat codes using NVIDIA’s NVQLink, enhancing real-time quantum computing performance and error correction.
Quantum Supply Chains: Navigating the Challenges Ahead
Key industry leaders stress urgent action on quantum supply chain vulnerabilities, including material dependencies and evolving component needs.
Rigetti Emphasizes Complex Problem Solving for Quantum Computing Advancement
Rigetti Computing advocates for prioritizing algorithm complexity and speed in quantum computing rather than merely increasing qubit counts.
Optimizing Quantum Computing: QuEra’s Co-Designed Compiler Enhances Efficiency
QuEra is enhancing quantum computing efficiency through a co-designed compiler tailored to quantum hardware, focusing on practical workload execution.
Harvard Scientists Achieve High Fidelity in Entangled Quantum Circuits for Ten Consecutive Hours
Harvard researchers reached an impressive 99.941% fidelity in entangled quantum circuits, maintaining stability for over ten hours, a breakthrough for quantum computation.
Understanding Qubit Calibration Through the Lens of Music
Qubit calibration—integral to quantum computing—requires continual adjustment, much like tuning a violin. This process is vital for accurate quantum operations.
IonQ Sets New Standard with Memory-Enhanced Quantum Interconnect Speeds
IonQ has achieved unprecedented entanglement rates for quantum interconnect, paving the way for scalable quantum data centers.
IonQ Achieves Record Entanglement Rates, Advancing Quantum Network Potential
IonQ has set a new record with over 1,000 entanglement events per second, enhancing the capabilities of quantum interconnects for broader applications.
Room-Temperature Diamond Processors Signal a Shift in Quantum Computing Paradigms
A recent demonstration of Grover’s algorithm on a diamond quantum processor hints at a transformative shift away from vacuum-dependent technologies in quantum computing.
Cambridge Researchers Harness Proteins for Sustainable Manufacturing Solutions
A team from Cambridge secures funding to explore protein-driven manufacturing, aiming to create rare-earth-free magnets and advanced batteries.
IonQ Elevates Quantum Computing with Record 1,000 Entanglement Events Per Second
IonQ has set a new standard in quantum interconnects with over 1,000 entanglement events per second, significantly advancing the field of distributed quantum computing.
Quantum X Labs Pursues Patent for Advanced Atom Manipulation Techniques
Quantum X Labs aims to enhance cold-atom quantum computing by patenting a new method for precisely controlling and transporting neutral atoms.
BTQ Technologies and MoonPay Korea Collaborate on Post-Quantum Security for Stablecoin Infrastructure
BTQ Technologies partners with MoonPay Korea to enhance the security of the won-backed stablecoin ecosystem using post-quantum cryptography.
Advancing Silicon Photonics: izmo Microsystems and IIT Madras Launch ₹99.94 Crore Initiative
izmo Microsystems and IIT Madras unveil a ₹99.94 crore program to push silicon photonics into commercial product development targeting AI infrastructure.
Quantum X Labs Advances Atomic Manipulation Techniques with New Patent
Quantum X Labs has filed a patent for a pioneering system to manipulate and control atoms, aimed at enhancing cold-atom quantum computing.