Entanglement Processing in N-Atom Systems. An essential part of modern technological society is an understanding the scientific explanation of the world around us, and a realization that these explanations must be critically tested in the light of technological advances. The study of multi-atom entanglement is closely related to questions of fundamental physics. A breakthrough in stimulating this problem could have applications in other areas of physics and in technology, such as information pro ....Entanglement Processing in N-Atom Systems. An essential part of modern technological society is an understanding the scientific explanation of the world around us, and a realization that these explanations must be critically tested in the light of technological advances. The study of multi-atom entanglement is closely related to questions of fundamental physics. A breakthrough in stimulating this problem could have applications in other areas of physics and in technology, such as information processing and cryptography.Read moreRead less
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE0775637
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$450,000.00
Summary
An Australian Attosecond Science Facility. The laser facility requested here will provide Australian researchers with the ability to take snapshots of physical and biological processes at unprecedented time resolution. Such a facility will enable Australian researchers to remain competitive and continue to contribute significantly to scientific research on an international scale. The facility will provide excellent training for research higher degree students, preparing them for work in high-tec ....An Australian Attosecond Science Facility. The laser facility requested here will provide Australian researchers with the ability to take snapshots of physical and biological processes at unprecedented time resolution. Such a facility will enable Australian researchers to remain competitive and continue to contribute significantly to scientific research on an international scale. The facility will provide excellent training for research higher degree students, preparing them for work in high-tech industries based on cutting-edge discoveries in physics and biology.Read moreRead less
Universal quantum imaging. This project will integrate quantum technology with the rapidly advancing techniques of spatial light modulation utilised in LCD displays and video projectors. We will develop, for the first time, broadly versatile imaging technology based on quantum mechanics, enabling both important applications in future medical diagnostic devices and communication systems; and fundamental advances in the biological and quantum sciences. Quantum technologies offer the promise to rev ....Universal quantum imaging. This project will integrate quantum technology with the rapidly advancing techniques of spatial light modulation utilised in LCD displays and video projectors. We will develop, for the first time, broadly versatile imaging technology based on quantum mechanics, enabling both important applications in future medical diagnostic devices and communication systems; and fundamental advances in the biological and quantum sciences. Quantum technologies offer the promise to revolutionise many aspects of modern life, from computing and communications, to medical imaging and metrology. This project will put Australia at the international forefront of quantum imaging, enhancing Australia's already significant international presence in the area.Read moreRead less
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE0668398
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$177,900.00
Summary
Advanced Microwave Facility for Quantum-Atom Optics. Atoms can be controlled using light in visible and infra-red regions, as well as electromagnetic waves of longer wavelength in the microwave (MW) and radiofrequency (RF) part of the spectrum. We presently use optical radiation to control atoms at the quantum level where they can behave like waves and can interact with light to store and manipulate information. The MW and RF facility will extend our abilities and enable more complete control of ....Advanced Microwave Facility for Quantum-Atom Optics. Atoms can be controlled using light in visible and infra-red regions, as well as electromagnetic waves of longer wavelength in the microwave (MW) and radiofrequency (RF) part of the spectrum. We presently use optical radiation to control atoms at the quantum level where they can behave like waves and can interact with light to store and manipulate information. The MW and RF facility will extend our abilities and enable more complete control of the atoms, which will help us develop the first generation quantum technology. This will enable the creation of quantum devices such as atom lasers, atom interferometers and quantum information networks for communication and ultra-sensitive measurement applications.Read moreRead less
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE0882580
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$400,000.00
Summary
Laser facility for quantum optics, imaging, and fabrication. The laser facility will play a role in advancing high-profile leading-edge Australian research underpinning a diverse range of technologies, from quantum communications and quantum computing, to biomedical imaging, fibre sensing and nanofabrication.
Fundamental tests of Quantum Mechanics with the Atom Laser. This is high profile scientific research that is important to Australia's standing in the world scientific community. Atom optics was singled out as a key area of Australian science through the formation of the ARC Centre for Quantum Atom Optics in 2003, and is in the Breakthrough Science category of the Frontier Technologies priority funding area. The experimental schemes developed in this proposal contribute to the already strong expe ....Fundamental tests of Quantum Mechanics with the Atom Laser. This is high profile scientific research that is important to Australia's standing in the world scientific community. Atom optics was singled out as a key area of Australian science through the formation of the ARC Centre for Quantum Atom Optics in 2003, and is in the Breakthrough Science category of the Frontier Technologies priority funding area. The experimental schemes developed in this proposal contribute to the already strong experimental atom optics research in Australia. In order to remain at the forefront of fundamental physics research, Australia must maintain a world-class research effort in this area. Read moreRead less
Quantum computing with trapped ions. Computers are the foundation of our digital economy. Quantum computing offers new and revolutionary solutions to limitations of current computers by taking advantage of quantum physics. Methods for factoring large numbers or searching unordered databases run with significantly fewer operations on quantum computers. Our research is focused on improving the speed, size and reliability of ion-trap quantum computers. Small ion-trap quantum computers have already ....Quantum computing with trapped ions. Computers are the foundation of our digital economy. Quantum computing offers new and revolutionary solutions to limitations of current computers by taking advantage of quantum physics. Methods for factoring large numbers or searching unordered databases run with significantly fewer operations on quantum computers. Our research is focused on improving the speed, size and reliability of ion-trap quantum computers. Small ion-trap quantum computers have already been demonstrated and a clear roadmap exists toward large-scale quantum computation.Read moreRead less
Ebb and flow of superfluids: Bose-Einstein condensates far from equilibrium. We will develop and test a new theory to describe the dynamics of Bose-Einstein condensates (BECs), and gain insight into the physics of coherence, turbulence, and phase transitions. This proposal will strengthen Australia's reputation for excellence in the field of ultra-cold gases, and develop significant international linkages in this important area of physics. We will train a number of students in high-level problem ....Ebb and flow of superfluids: Bose-Einstein condensates far from equilibrium. We will develop and test a new theory to describe the dynamics of Bose-Einstein condensates (BECs), and gain insight into the physics of coherence, turbulence, and phase transitions. This proposal will strengthen Australia's reputation for excellence in the field of ultra-cold gases, and develop significant international linkages in this important area of physics. We will train a number of students in high-level problem solving and computing, transferrable skills ever more important in Australia's growing knowledge-based economy. Improved understanding of how BECs behave will assist in their development as sensitive measurement devices, with possible intellectual property benefits in the future as we learn to tame these unique systems.Read moreRead less
Nonlinear dynamics and chaos in Bose-Einstein Condensates on atom chips. The field of Bose-Einstein condensation (BEC) has recently seen some remarkable achievements. Researchers are now able to produce and
manipulate BECs in magnetic microtraps formed by current carrying wires patterned onto a substrate (atom chip). This project extends work in this field to the investigation of physics at the quantum/classical boundary through the study of the dynamics of BECs on atom chips. By probing a no ....Nonlinear dynamics and chaos in Bose-Einstein Condensates on atom chips. The field of Bose-Einstein condensation (BEC) has recently seen some remarkable achievements. Researchers are now able to produce and
manipulate BECs in magnetic microtraps formed by current carrying wires patterned onto a substrate (atom chip). This project extends work in this field to the investigation of physics at the quantum/classical boundary through the study of the dynamics of BECs on atom chips. By probing a nonlinear system with a BEC we will examine how the quantum mechanics affects classically chaotic dynamics. We will also examine the classically forbidden phenomena of dynamical tunnelling and localisation.Read moreRead less
Superfluidity and metrology with ring shaped Bose-Einstein condensates. This proposal will answer a fundamental question about superfluidity, expanding our understanding of quantum many-particle systems. Australia excels in the fields of ultra-cold gases and quantum physics, and this proposal will further strengthen our international standing in these flagship areas of modern physics. The project will train a number of students in high-level technology and computing skills that are in high deman ....Superfluidity and metrology with ring shaped Bose-Einstein condensates. This proposal will answer a fundamental question about superfluidity, expanding our understanding of quantum many-particle systems. Australia excels in the fields of ultra-cold gases and quantum physics, and this proposal will further strengthen our international standing in these flagship areas of modern physics. The project will train a number of students in high-level technology and computing skills that are in high demand in our growing knowledge-based economy. Improved understanding of how Bose-Einstein condensates behave will assist in their development as sensitive measurement devices, with possible intellectual property benefits in the future as we learn to tame these unique systems.Read moreRead less