When looking at atoms (or anything) in a quantum superposition state, it normally lasts for fractions of a second. These highly unstable states have many interesting applications in a variety of ...

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The mystical transformation from infinite potential flavors to a specific taste bears a striking resemblance to one of quantum mechanics’ most fundamental principles: superposition. In quantum ...

While the opportunities for quantum computing in life sciences are immense, it faces major challenges that must be addressed.

Researchers at UNSW have successfully materialized a famous quantum thought experiment. Their findings pave the way for more ...

This says that there really is no definitive reality before the measurement, and the object is in an undefined state known as a superposition. Schrödinger’s thought experiment probed how this ...

Unlike classical bits, qubits don't just represent 0 or 1. Thanks to a property called quantum superposition, qubits can be in multiple states simultaneously. This means a qubit can be 0, 1, or both ...