Quantum Materials
Quantum materials possess unique characteristics that stem from fundamental quantum effects, such as quantum fluctuations, quantum entanglement, quantum coherence, and the topology of quantum wave functions. These materials hold the potential for novel functionalities, including protected spin and charge transport at surfaces and interfaces for energy-efficient electronics. They exhibit excitations with unconventional statistical properties that could revolutionize data storage and processing. Furthermore, quantum materials have the capacity to reshape energy production, storage, transmission, and utilization, thereby enabling the advancement and implementation of quantum technologies.
Materials research at ZQE focuses on the identification and customization of viable quantum materials to optimize system size, improve stability, and simplify quantum hardware, facilitating the connection of diverse quantum systems and enabling scalability. It explores various classes of materials featuring, for instance, topological band crossings, geometrically frustrated and chiral magnetism, and unconventional superconductivity. By exploring these quantum materials, ZQE aims to pave the way for advancements in quantum technology, leading to more efficient and robust quantum devices and systems.