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Shirley Tomes (404-894-0591) shirley.tomes@chemistry.gatech.edu
Summary Sentence: Prof. Ken Brown, Georgia Tech
Full Summary: Prof. Ken Brown, Georgia TechIon trap quantum computers for chemistrySchool Colloquium
colloquium logoProf. Ken Brown, Georgia Tech
Ion trap quantum computers for chemistry
School Colloquium
Quantum computers use the rules of quantum mechanics to perform calculations. In principle, a quantum computer can solve many quantum chemistry problems exponentially faster than a classical computer. In practice, building a reliable, scalable quantum computer is a formidable challenge. In this talk, I discuss our progress towards building quantum computers using atomic ions held in surface-electrode ion traps. I also describe a series of control protocols that we have developed to improve the reliability of quantum operations. Finally, I will briefly discuss our use of quantum information tools to accurately probe the properties of molecular ions.
For more information contact Prof. Charles Liotta (404-894-8222).
