Quantum technology

The laws of quantum promise a new level of computing power, incredible sensors and unhackable communications—all under exploration at the University of Chicago, Argonne and Fermi national laboratories.

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Haidan Wen

One year in, Q-NEXT quantum research center is going strong

Using two different elements creates new possibilities in hybrid atomic quantum computers Left: A hybrid array of cesium atoms (yellow) and rubidium atoms (blue). Right: The customizability of the researchers’ technique enables them to place the atoms anywhere, allowing them to create this image of Chicago landmarks Willis Tower and the Cloud Gate.

Using two different elements creates new possibilities in hybrid atomic quantum computers

UChicago scientists create strange quantum ‘domain walls’ in laboratory Blob of atoms with a faintly visible line dividing two halves

UChicago scientists create strange quantum ‘domain walls’ in laboratory

Controlled for first time, quantum phenomenon could suggest avenues for technology

UChicago researchers set record by preserving quantum states for more than five seconds Elena Glen (left) and Cyrus Zeledon

UChicago researchers set record by preserving quantum states for more than five seconds

Breakthrough using common material could pave way for new quantum technologies

Scientists simulate ‘fingerprint’ of noise on quantum computer Quantum computer dilation refrigerator taken at 2018 ASCE

Scientists simulate ‘fingerprint’ of noise on quantum computer

Unique study could point way to new approach, uses for quantum technology

Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering announces quantum science and engineering Ph.D. Scientist works with gloves on gold apparatus

Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering announces quantum science and engineering Ph.D.

Program trains next generation of scientists and engineering in rapidly growing field

To understand biology, scientists turn to the quantum world Cell thermometer

To understand biology, scientists turn to the quantum world

Researchers hope sensors using quantum tech could transform biology research

Chicago Quantum Summit will gather leaders Nov. 4 to help build quantum ecosystems Chicago Quantum Summit 2021

Chicago Quantum Summit will gather leaders Nov. 4 to help build quantum ecosystems

Nation’s first quantum accelerator, Duality, announces first corporate supporters Duality quantum illustration

Nation’s first quantum accelerator, Duality, announces first corporate supporters

Amazon among first companies to fuel quantum innovation in Chicago, region

UChicago researchers and South Side teachers work together to engage students in quantum technology Kenwood Academy teacher Joseph Blake with Shankar Menon, PME graduate student

UChicago researchers and South Side teachers work together to engage students in quantum technology

QuSTEAM initiative awarded $5 million from NSF to advance quantum science education Abstract quantum illustration

QuSTEAM initiative awarded $5 million from NSF to advance quantum science education

Chicago Quantum Exchange a partner in multi-institutional effort to build quantum workforce