A New Nanometer-Scale Measurement Tool Exploits the Quantum Properties of Light for Better Precision and Speed

Illinois physicists develop revolutionary measurement tool, exploiting quantum properties of light

University of Illinois Physics Professor Paul Kwiat and members of his research group have developed a revolutionary new tool for precision measurement at the nanometer scale in scenarios where background noise and optical loss from the sample are present. This new optical interferometry technology leverages the quantum properties of light—specifically, extreme color entanglement—to enable faster and more precise measurements tha

Breakthrough quantum device gets the superpower to see the invisible

Scientists have created a quantum interferometer that quickly and precisely measures nanometer-scale changes, even in challenging conditions.

A new nanometer-scale measurement tool exploits the quantum properties of light for better precision and speed

University of Illinois Physics Professor Paul Kwiat and members of his research group have developed a new tool for precision measurement at the nanometer scale in scenarios where background noise and optical loss from the sample are present.

Illinois Physicists Harness Quantum Light Properties to Create

A team led by University of Illinois Physics Professor Paul Kwiat has introduced a groundbreaking quantum interferometry tool capable of performing nanometer-scale measurements with unprecedented precision and speed, even in environments plagued by background noise and optical loss. This innovative approach harnesses the unique quantum characteristics of light—most notably, extreme color entanglement—to overcome the inherent shortcomings of clas…