Physics of Quantum Information Applications

Exploring quantum computational power with superconducting quantum bits
The ability to perform fast computations is a cornerstone in modern civilization. By replacing the fundamental units in computers (the bits) with artificial quantum systems (quantum bits) dramatic new computational powers can be unlocked. This project will use superconducting quantum bits to study fundamental questions related to efficient generation of entanglement, small-scale quantum fault-tolerance and novel quantum algorithms. The grant will fund two postdocs and one PhD student.