Quantum theory has been successfully validated in numerous laboratory experiments. But
would such a theory, which effectively describes the behavior of microscopic physical …

Quantum networks play an extremely important role in quantum information science, with
application to quantum communication, computation, metrology, and fundamental tests. One …

Worldwide, enormous efforts are directed toward the development of the so‐called quantum
internet. Turning this long‐sought‐after dream into reality is a great challenge that will …

A quantum internet that connects remote quantum processors, should enable a number of
revolutionary applications such as distributed quantum computing. Its realization will rely on …

Optical photons are powerful carriers of quantum information, which can be delivered in free
space by satellites or in fibers on the ground over long distances. Entanglement of quantum …

Quantum light–matter interfaces are at the heart of photonic quantum technologies.
Quantum memories for photons, where non-classical states of photons are mapped onto …

Global-scale quantum communication links will form the backbone of the quantum internet.
However, exponential loss in optical fibres precludes any realistic application beyond few …

Cold atoms are important for precision atomic applications including timekeeping and
sensing. The 3D magneto-optical trap (3D-MOT), used to produce cold atoms, will benefit …

Towards realizing the future quantum internet,, a pivotal milestone entails the transition from
two-node proof-of-principle experiments conducted in laboratories to comprehensive multi …

An optical quantum memory can be broadly defined as a system capable of storing a
quantum state through interaction with light at optical frequencies. During the last decade …