Increasing the efficiency of quantum computers through semiconductor structuring

Since the mid-nineteenth century, technology has advanced at an exponential rate due to the large demand for computing power and performance. We are presently at a critical point where the switch from classical to quantum computing is required, however, the technology is still in its infancy. Unlike classical computers, which control information flow through bits of either 0 or 1, quantum computers use quantum bits, or qubits, that can contain both the 0 and 1 bits via a superposition. While many methods have since been proposed to improve the application and feasibility quantum computing, one of promise is using photonics. Here, entangled photons (particles of light) are used as qubits, however, the efficiency of qubit creation is currently quite low. Making use of our optics and photonics expertise, this work will look to design, fabricate, and implement new semiconducting structures to yield higher qubit efficiency and improve upon the growing field of quantum computing.

Faculty Supervisor:

James Leblanc

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Partner:

Springboard Atlantic Inc.

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Quantum Science; Technology; Nanotechnology

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

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