A multi-institution team including FSU Quantum faculty, Wei Guo and Xianjing Zhou, demonstrated that a novel qubit made by trapping single electrons on solid neon exhibits noise levels 10 to 10,000 times lower than typical semiconducting qubits, while maintaining coherence above 1 microsecond at low temperatures.
FSU hosts inaugural Florida Quantum Conference
Leading researchers from academia and industry gathered at Florida State University for the Florida Quantum Conference, a three-day event that explored the latest breakthroughs in quantum science and engineering. This conference was the inaugural edition of what is planned as an annual event held at institutions around the state. “This conference is a milestone for FSU,” said President Richard McCullough. “Just a few years ago, we began convening a relatively small group of faculty and partners for what we called the Dirac Quantum Discussions. Those early conversations created momentum, sparked new collaborations and made it clear there was real energy around quantum.”
Faculty Highlight: Yanzhu Chen
Dr. Yanzhu Chen joined FSU’s Department of Physics in 2024. Her research lies at the intersection of quantum error correction, quantum algorithms, and quantum simulation, with the overarching goal to achieve robust and practical useful quantum computers. A Cambridge-trained physicist with a PhD from Stony Brook, she draws inspiration from condensed matter theory and its deep connections to quantum information science. Most recently, she and collaborators developed a novel approach to implementing non-Clifford logical operations through hybrid lattice surgery. Dr. Chen is an active participant in FSU’s Quantum Initiative, contributing to its interdisciplinary vision for future quantum technologies.
FSU Quantum initiative has been established to advance university’s research and education in the areas of modern quantum science and technologies.
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Leading researchers from academia and industry gathered at Florida State University for the Florida Quantum Conference, a three-day event that explored the latest breakthroughs in quantum science and engineering. This conference was the inaugural edition of what is planned as an annual event held at institutions around the state.