NIST is leading research in quantum information science, focusing on how quantum properties can be used to solve complex computing problems. Scientists like Xiao Tang are exploring quantum communication over optical fibers, building on the unique rules of the quantum world that have already led to technologies like lasers and MRIs. While quantum computing is still in its early stages, NIST aims to define the types of problems a general-purpose quantum computer could solve more efficiently than classical computers.
NIST is also working to develop quantum components and applications that could improve measurement accuracy and sensitivity beyond what is possible with classical methods. This research is part of a broader effort to advance quantum technologies in the U.S., as other countries are also making rapid progress in the field. The goal is to bridge the gap between quantum science and practical technology, helping to create better quantum devices for computing, communication, and measurement.
Keywords: quantum communication, quantum coherence, quantum entanglement
