Advisor: Aharon Blank
Contact: ab359@technion.ac.il
Abstract:
Quantum computing is an innovative approach to performing computational operations using physical systems that obey the laws of quantum mechanics. A quantum computer uses qubits (as opposed to bits of a classical computer) which can be in 0, 1 mode and also in 0 and 1 superposition mode simultaneously. One of the possible physical systems for the realization of a quantum computer is based on NV color centers in a diamond. These color centers include unpaired electrons that have a quantum property called spin. Under an external magnetic field, the spin has two possible directions – in the direction of the field or against it. However, because it is a quantum system, there may also be a state of superposition. Such a physical system is very convenient to use as a basis for a quantum computer where any such color center can be used as a qubit. The aim of the project is to develop methods for measuring and controlling a large number of such qubits in parallel, using magnetic resonance imaging techniques – similar to what is done in MRI systems. The project will include the use of an advanced system for microscopic magnetic resonance imaging and advanced techniques of excitation and optical detection of Quantum state of the qubit.
Pre-requisites: Any basic course in quantum information or quantum technology
