Quantum Technology

Enhancing Quantum Computer Readout

Using a variety of simulation techniques, our researchers are modeling superconducting qubit noise to predict the readout noise, optimize the pulse width, energy, and resonator design for high-fidelity readout. Below is a rotating selection of our standout investigators in this subject matter.

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• Selected Publications

  • Asplund, C., et al., (2015). Holographic entanglement entropy from 2d CFT: Heavy states and local quenches. Journal of High Energy Physics (2).

    Hurst, H. M. & Flebus, B. (2022). Non-Hermitian physics in magnetic systems. Journal of Applied Physics, 132.

    Wang, X., Khatami, E., Fei. F, et al., (2022). Experimental Realization of an Extended Fermi-Hubbard Model Using a 2D Lattice of Dopant-based Quantum Dots. Silver Nature Communications, 13.

    Wong, H. (2022). Introduction to Quantum Computing: From a Layperson to a Programmer in 30 Steps. Springer.

    Wong, H., et al., (2023). A Simulation Methodology for Superconducting Qubit Readout Fidelity. Solid-State Electronics, 201.

• Award Highlights

  • Betre, Asplund, "A Transformative Masters Program in HighEnergy Physics" — DOE, 2023

    Hurst, Khatami, Wong, “Collaborative Research: NRT-QL: A Program for Training a Quantum Workforce” — NSF, 2021

    Keleş, "CAREER: Multi-scale mechanical behavior of quantum dot nanocomposites: Towards data-driven automatic discovery of high-performance structures” — NSF, 2022

    Wong, "CAREER: Understanding and Modeling of Cryogenic Semiconductor Device Physics down to 4.2K” — NSF, 2021

    Chiao, Khatami, “MRI: Acquisition of Hybrid CPU/GPU High Performance Computing and Storage for STEM Research and Education at SJSU” — NSF, 2016

• Innovations

  • Variable Channel Doping in Vertical Transistor [pdf]
    A practical and efficient solution for enhancing the performance of power transistors.

• Affiliates

  • CSU STEM-​NET

     

     

Featured Faculty

Curtis Asplund
Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy
High Energy Theoretical Physics, Entanglement Entropy and Complexity of Quantum Field Theories and Black Holes, Applications of Gauge/Gravity Duality to Condensed Matter Systems
ORCID: 0000-0003-0557-5850

Kassahun Betre
Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy
High-Energy Theory, Quantum Gravity, Theoretical Particle Physics
ORCID: 0000-0003-1063-5870

Hilary M Hurst
Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy
Quantum Physics, Quantum Control, Quantum Information Science, Ultracold Gases, Bose-Einstein Condensation, Spinor Condensate, Weak Measurement, Quantum Measurement
ORCID: 0000-0002-7197-7615

Ehsan Khatami
Professor of Physics and Astronomy
Quantum Many-Body Physics, Quantum simulations, Condensed Matter Physics, Numerical Methods, Machine Learning
ORCID: 0000-0003-4256-6232

Hiu-Yung Wong
Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering
Quantum Computing Device and Algorithm, TCAD Simulation, Semiconductor, Wide-Bandgap Device, Machine Learning, Device Physics, Neuromorphic Computing
ORCID: 0000-0003-0135-7469

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