QUROPE Quantum Information Processing and Communication in Europe

Quantum information and computing

Quantum Complex Systems

Quantum Networks

Quantum Nonlinear Optics

Entanglement in continuous variable systems

Quantum field theory

Open quantum systems and quantum dissipative systems

Quantum Computing

Models of computation (classical and non classical)

Measurement-based quantum computing

Categorical quantum mechanics

Quantum Cellular Atomata

Quantum programming languages

Quantum optics, simulations, information, metrology, computation; many-body physics, atomic and condensed matter systems; quantum measurements, quantum control, quantum technologies; theory

We study the interaction mediated by radiation pressure between light and mechanical resonators. Our goals include overcoming quantum limits in high-precision interferometric measurements (such as gravitational-wave interferometers) or realizing quantum-coherent hybrid transducers based on nano-optomechanical devices.

Expertise:

Funding Committee:

Richard Berkowits (Theory)

Emanuele Dalla Torre (Theory)

Lev Khaykovich (Ultracold atoms)

Avi Peer (Quantum Optics)

Michael Rosenbluh (Quantum Optics)

Michael Stern (Solid-State Qubits)

Security of Quantum Cryptography, simulation of Quantum Computers, Quantum Bitcoin

Quantum information, quantum cryptography (continuous-variable quantum key distribution, quantum cryptography beyond QKD), quantum networks, delegated quantum computing, quantum verification, quantum optics, silicon photonics for quantum technologies, foundations of quantum mechanics

The aim of the project is to accelerate the development and commercial uptake of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technologies by developing traceable measurement techniques, apparatus, and protocols that will underpin the characterisation and validation of the performance and security of such systems. 

The focus of our activity is the combination of advanced photonic materials with organic molecules, with the idea of developing novel light-matter interfaces for quantum technologies. Single-molecule-based photon sources can be selectively coupled to waveguides, plasmonic excitations, graphene, or complex dielectric media.

The proposed research programme addresses issues of fundamental and technological importance in quantum information science and its interplay with complexity. The main aim of this project is to provide a new paradigmatic foundation for the characterisation of quantumness in cooperative phenomena and to develop novel platforms for its practical utilisation in quantum technology applications. To reach its main goal, this programme will target five specific objectives: O1.