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Proving quantum computers feasible
November 27, 2012
With a new contribution to probability theory, researchers show that relatively simple physical systems could yield powerful quantum computers.
Watching electrons move at high speed
September 18, 2012
New MIT system allows femtosecond-resolution movie of electrons in a topological insulator, a promising new electronic material.
Also labeled: Electrical engineering and electronics, Femtosecond lasers, Physics, Quantum computing
3 Questions: Physicist Christoph Paus discusses newly discovered particle
July 4, 2012
Dozens of MIT physicists were part of the team that found what might be the Higgs boson. What does their discovery mean, and what’s next for particle physics?
Also labeled: 3 Questions, CERN, Faculty, Higgs boson, Physics, Research, Students, Compact Muon Solenoid, Standard Model
CERN announces observation of new particle consistent with long-sought Higgs boson
July 4, 2012
Dozens of MIT researchers contribute to breakthrough in particle physics.
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