Theoretical physicist Torsten Zache has been awarded an ERC Starting Grant for his research into quantum simulations of lattice gauge theories. He aims to help overcome limitations in the numerical investigation of gauge theories. Gauge theories play a central role in understanding phenomena in high-energy physics, condensed matter physics, and quantum information science.
An international research team led by Robert Ott and Hannes Pichler has developed a novel architecture for quantum processors that is specifically designed for simulating fermions—particles such as electrons. The method can be implemented using technologies already available today.
Read more …A blueprint for error-corrected fermionic quantum processors
Bavarian State Minister Markus Blume honored experimental physicist Rainer Blatt with the PRO MERITIS SCIENTIAE ET LITTERARUM award for his groundbreaking achievements in the field of quantum optics and quantum information.
An international team led by Innsbruck quantum physicist Peter Zoller, together with the US company QuEra Computing, has directly observed a gauge field theory similar to models from particle physics in a two-dimensional analog quantum simulator for the first time. The study, published in Nature, opens up new possibilities for research into fundamental physical phenomena.
Read more …“String breaking” observed in 2D quantum simulator
On Tuesday evening, experimental physicist Hannes Bernien and theoretical physicist Hannes Pichler gave their inaugural lectures at the University of Innsbruck. They both presented their research programs to a large audience. The quantum physicists share a common past at Harvard University, which has resulted in a long-standing and successful scientific collaboration, now being continued in Innsbruck.