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quantum gravity

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Physics

If NYC subways obeyed quantum maths trains wouldn’t be delayed

New York's notoriously unreliable subway system isn’t all bad. Some lines follow statistical patterns seen in quantum systems, and run better for it

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Quantum computers could handle models that are too complex for us to run now

Technology

This qubit redesign may make it easier to make quantum computers

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Physics

What if the diminutive electron isn’t as small as it gets?

Features

A submarine

Technology

First underwater entanglement could lead to unhackable comms

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Submarine

Technology

China's quantum submarine detector could seal South China Sea

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Technology

Atomic Legoland: How to build wonder stuff from the atom up

Features

Waves in water

Earth

Quantum gravity detector will use atom clouds to survey for oil

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Physics

The geometry that could reveal the true nature of space-time

Features

MIT quantum simulator

Technology

Quantum simulator with 51 qubits is largest ever

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Physics

Five things physicists hate about physics

Physics isn't just hard – it can be uncomfortable, too. From quantum many worlds to the universe's heat death, here are five concepts that spell embarrassment

Features

Technology

Quantum cheques could be a forgery-free way to move money

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Technology

Google on track for quantum computer breakthrough by end of 2017

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Space

Chinese satellite beats distance record for quantum entanglement

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Technology

Wireless charger uses quantum trick to power gadgets on the move

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