Hardware Podcasts

Quantum Computing with Andrea Morello

The Amp Hour · 28 Jun 2020 · 1h 49m · Episode 498

What this episode covers

Andrea Morello, a Scientia Professor at the University of New South Wales, explains the physics of silicon-based quantum computing, detailing how phosphorus dopant spins serve as qubits and the role of single-electron transistors in readout. He discusses the critical challenges of error correction, the necessity of isotopically purified silicon to reduce magnetic noise, and the architectural differences between universal quantum computers and application-specific devices like D-Wave's annealers. Morello also addresses the timeline for breaking RSA encryption, the rise of quantum-safe cryptography, and the emerging ecosystem of quantum startups and educational initiatives.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
University of New South Wales, Google, IBM, D-Wave, Silicon Quantum Computing, Q-Control, Quintessence Labs
Products
IBM Quantum Experience
Tools
Qiskit, LiQuiT

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