NCCR SPIN

Home institution: University of Basel

Quantum computers are capable of solving complex problems far beyond what present-day computers can achieve, thus holding great potential for society. In the race to develop a quantum computer, there are currently a range of different physical realizations of a quantum bit of information (qubit).

The main goal of the National Centre of Competence in Research "Spin Qubits in Silicon" (NCCR SPIN) is to develop small, fast, and scalable spin qubits in silicon and germanium, exploring the fundamental quantum physics of the qubits and architecture. The semiconductor industry has been using microchips (transistors) made of silicon for a long time. This technology has now reached such a level of sophistication that the smallest particles (electrons) control transistors. NCCR Spin aims to utilise and further develop the advantages of this highly developed technology.

Within the framework of this multidisciplinary endeavour, physicists, material scientists, engineers and computer scientists are working together across the entire spectrum of quantum computing, from hardware to software. This collaboration includes the EPFL, ETHZ, University of Konstanz, and the NCCR’s home institution, the University of Basel. IBM Research and Roche are also involved.

Further information on the NCCR:

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