TQT hosts Lunch & Learn: Quantum Technologies: Risks and Opportunities
TQT hosts Lunch & Learn: Quantum Technologies: Risks and Opportunities September 13, 2019 On Friday, September 13, TQT hosted a Lunch & Learn in Quantum Explorations regarding the potential risks and opportunities of emerging quantum technologies. The featured speaker was Dr. Araceli Venegas-Gomez, the CEO & Founder at QURECA and the Institutional Relations Director with the […]
September 13, 2019
Quantum Computational Resources in the Presence of Symmetry
Summary Fault-tolerance is essential to the performance of quantum technologies, but known schemes are extremely resource intensive. Thus, improving existing schemes or inventing new schemes is of central importance. This joint project is based on the realization that fault-tolerance schemes make use of symmetries in fundamental ways, and that studying the problem of fault tolerance […]
March 13, 2019
Caltech scientist brings quantum simulators to Waterloo
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Alexandre Cooper-Roy as Senior Technical Lead, Quantum Simulation with Transformative Quantum Technologies at the University of Waterloo. In this role, Alexandre will drive the experimental implementation of quantum simulators and explore their practical applications with early adopters. Alexandre joins us from Caltech where he pioneered the control of alkaline-earth atoms in optical tweezer arrays and […]
September 9, 2019
Line-Scanning optical coherence tomography system for in-vivo, non-invasive imaging of the cellular structure and blood perfusion of biological tissue
Summary Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is an optical imaging method that allows for in-vivo, non-invasive imaging of the structure and vasculature of biological tissue. Commercially available, clinical OCT systems utilize point-scanning method to acquire volumetric images over a large surface with typical frame rates of ~ 30 frames/ second. Since living biological tissue is constantly […]
August 27, 2019
Waterloo's Quantum
Valley
QVI - Quantum Valley Investments RAC - RAC Complex QVIL - Quantum Valley Ideas Lab IQC - Institute for Quantum Computing at the University of Waterloo (UW) QNF - Quantum Nanofab, UW PI - The Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics LI - Lazardis Institute for the Management of Technology
Quantum Simulations of Fundamental Interactions
Summary To address questions in modern physics such as “what is the structure of matter inside neutron stars?” we need better computational methods to evaluate the interplay of fundamental forces between elementary particles. To-date the response to such questions rests on numerical computer simulations that are inherently limited. In this project, we develop new theoretical […]
April 18, 2019
Qubits and Quantum Effects in Biology
It is unknown whether biological processes make direct use of quantum effects, as opposed to depending merely on the influence of quantum physics on chemical bonding and molecular structure.
June 1, 2017
Upcoming TQT Lunch & Learn
Upcoming TQT Lunch & Learn TQT will host a Lunch & Learn event during September. Here are the details: Quantum Technologies: Risks and Opportunities Friday, September 13, 2019 […]
September 5, 2019
2nd Annual Canadian Graduate Quantum Conference
2nd Annual Canadian Graduate Quantum Conference June 11, 2019 From June 3rd to 6th, students from the University of Waterloo attended the annual week-long Canadian Graduate Quantum Conference, held this year in Sherbrooke, Quebec. The conference featured research talks by students primarily from quantum CFREF programs across Canada. On the opening day, Joseph Emerson, IQC […]
June 11, 2019
UW Quantum Materials Workshop
UW Quantum Materials Workshop July 26th, 2019 On July 26th, 2019, around 50 researchers from the University of Waterloo and Perimeter Institute gathered to share their research in quantum materials at the first pan-faculty Waterloo Quantum Materials Workshop. Research in quantum materials has evolved over the past few years as a significant endeavour of […]
July 29, 2019
Cancer treatment monitoring quantum sensor is anything but nano
Cancer treatment monitoring quantum sensor is anything but nano Thursday, May 9, 2019 A quantum sensor newly developed by researchers at the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) is capable of detecting and absorbing single particles of light, making a giant leap into the advancement of long-range 3D imaging and in monitoring the […]
May 9, 2019
Carbon Nanotube Monolayer Josephson Junction Superconducting Qubit
Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are a promising material for use in Josephson-Junctions (JJs) given their unique properties, such as high electrical conductivity, pristine surface, inherent nanoscale dimension, and silicon-compatible processing
June 1, 2017
Prof. David Cory, Principal Investigator of TQT, shares his views on Canada’s quantum opportunity
Emerging Tech: Creating a Quantum Canada June 20, 2019 Seed-stage companies are bolstering Canada’s position as a global leader in quantum science and technology. The question of how to maintain and grow that advantage—built through sustained investment in quantum research and development—has never been more urgent and is preoccupying academics, policymakers and innovators across the […]
June 20, 2019
Two-Dimensional Quantum Materials and Heterostructures
Two-dimensional (2D) layers just one atom thick can be stripped from certain materials, such as graphene.
June 1, 2017
Novel Superconducting Qubits for Error-Corrected Processors
Summary In this project, we develop novel superconducting qubits for error-corrected processors to enable large-scale quantum computing. Our design efforts will specifically target error-corrected architectures through a variety of paths. Possible features will include built-in parity measurements and the use of bosonic codes, such as Fock state and Cat codes, as our starting focus. Early […]
June 26, 2019
Super Awesome Science Show: Demystifying the quantum realm
Tuesday, April 23, 2019 There’s something about the term quantum physics that brings both intrigue and intimidation. We see quantum as the way of the future but also know it’s one of the most complex branches of science. On this week’s Super Awesome Science Show, we’re going to dive into this mysterious world to demystify it and reveal […]
April 23, 2019
Cryo-CMOS to Control and Operate 2D Fault-Tolerant Qubit Network
Summary Large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computation requires precise and stable control of individual qubits. This project will use complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) technology to provide a cost-effective scalable platform for reliable and high-density control infrastructure for silicon spin qubits. We will use sub-micron CMOS technology to address device and circuit-level challenges and explore the integration of […]
June 14, 2018
Spin-transfer Torque Magnetic Random Access Memory for On-chip Spin Information Storage
Summary Leakage power in semiconductor memories, such as Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) and Static Random Access Memory (SRAM), can be substantial and is one of the limits for scalability of classical electronics. This is attributed to the fact that the information stored is volatile, requiring constant refreshing, as well as reprogramming upon powering […]
August 6, 2018
Round 5 of the Quantum Quest Seed Fund will open soon
On May 10th, Transformative Quantum Technologies (TQT) will open another round of seed funding through the Quantum Quest Seed Fund (QQSF). The deadline for this round is June 10th, at 5:00 pm. This round will feature the opportunity to build joint projects with the other quantum research initiatives supported by CFREF at Université de Sherbrooke Institut […]
May 8, 2019
Collaborative Quantum Projects Announced in Joint Research Initiative by Université de Sherbrooke, University of British Columbia and the University of Waterloo
Monday, March 4, 2019 En français Three of Canada’s most recognized centres in quantum information and materials research are collaborating on five new joint research projects. The three centres are all recipients of funding from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF). Projects were solicited and selected in a concerted effort by the Stewart Blusson […]
March 4, 2019
New quantum technology projects receive funding boost
Monday, March 4, 2019 Detecting chemicals in water with quantum sensors and developing new materials to enable topological quantum computing are among the goals of eight projects recently supported by the Quantum Quest Seed Fund (QQSF). Awarded by Transformative Quantum Technologies (TQT), the fund encourages new ideas and uncovers new opportunities from diverse fields […]
March 4, 2019