Quantum computing

Prof. Dan Schachman, who serves as Chairman of the Wolf Prize Foundation, Prof. Moti Haiblum, President of the State Yitzhak Herzog and Minister of Education Yoav Kish. Photo by Press Office, Wolf Prize Foundation

Wolf Prize in Physics for 2025: Recognition of quantum computing researchers, including Prof. Motti Heiblum of the Weizmann Institute

Prof. Jayendra Jain, Prof. Moti Haiblum and Prof. James Eisenstein won the prestigious award for their contributions to understanding the unique properties of two-dimensional electron systems in strong magnetic fields, and in particular in studying the fractional quantum Hall effect.
Majorana 1, the eight-qubit topological quantum processor, was unveiled at Microsoft's Station Q 2025 conference.Credit: Microsoft

Quantum breakthrough on the way to a fault-proof computer

Microsoft and Purdue Collaboration Brings Topological Qubit System Building Closer
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Within two decades, the US lost its leadership position to China. From leading of 45 critical technologies to just five

Data analyzed by the Australian ASPI Institute shows that leadership in these technologies has shifted to China. One area in which the US still dominates is vaccine development, but this too is at risk due to the cutbacks.
The quantum computer laboratory at the Hebrew University. Photograph of the Aerospace Industry

Blue-white superconductor quantum computing

A quantum computer developed in superconductor technology was launched in Israel as part of a groundbreaking project in collaboration with the Aerospace Industry, the Hebrew University and the Innovation Authority. The project places Israel at the forefront of the world in the field of quantum computing
Individual pentene molecules (yellow) on the insulating layer (blue). Right: electrons with parallel spins (small arrows) flow from the tip of the tungsten (top) to the molecule (bottom). Credit: ETH Zurich / Ashwarya Vishwakarma and Stefan Kobarik

Scientists have developed a new method of controlling quantum states using magnetic qubits

Spin-polarized currents can also be used to control the quantum states of individual electronic spins. The results of the research, published in the scientific journal Science, may be used in various technologies in the future, for example in the control of my condition
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Quantum flow circuits

Researchers have built a component that amplifies quantum signals that can be used to upgrade quantum computing capabilities
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Beyond algorithms: The role of human empathy in artificial intelligence-enhanced care

A new study at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem investigated the balance between artificial intelligence and human therapists in mental health care, with an emphasis on the role of empathy
The Israeli supercomputer IQCC. Credit: Dima Kramanitsky

Quantum Machines opens the Israeli Center for Quantum Computing funded by the Innovation Authority

The center is the first in the world to combine multiple quantum computing platforms with supercomputers, using DGX Quantum developed in partnership between Quantum Machines and Nvidia
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The revolution in the nanoelectronics industry is already here

A new development may accelerate the use of graphene in the nanoelectronics industry and be used in many technological applications
The relevant image created describes the revolution in the field of quantum computers by maintaining quantum coherence at room temperature, presenting a chromophore within an organometallic framework, and emphasizing the innovation and potential of quantum computing and sensing technologies. The image was created by DALEE artificial intelligence software

Breakthrough in quantum computers: qubits are stable at room temperature

achieved a significant breakthrough in the field of quantum computers, by maintaining quantum coherence at room temperature. Quantum coherence describes the ability of a quantum system to maintain a well-defined state over time,
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How does light propagate in silicon?

Technion researchers answer this question and pave new paths for applications in communication, imaging and quantum computing
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China is increasing ethics oversight in science and emphasizing innovation and quality over quantity

Under the new system, Chinese researchers will be evaluated based on the quality and impact of their work rather than the number of publications they produce. Researchers who are found to have been involved in research misconduct will be prosecuted