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🏆 Big news from the quantum world: the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics has just been awarded to John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis — a trio who helped lay the foundations for superconducting qubits and quantum circuits. It’s a powerful recognition for our entire field. Quantum is no longer just a theory; it’s an engineering reality. These pioneers demonstrated that quantum phenomena can be stabilized, manipulated, and integrated into devices that operate at a macroscopic scale. Their work has inspired foundational scientific discoveries at C12 and continues to shape our understanding of long-term scalability, coherence, and architecture design. This Nobel Prize also highlights the international impact of the French quantum ecosystem — with Michel Devoret following Alain Aspect (2022 laureate) as another French physicist honored for breakthroughs foundational to #quantum #computing 🇫🇷 It’s a reminder that fundamental discoveries can lead to engineering revolutions — and that, step by step, we’re learning to beat physics at its own game to build machines that will transform how we live, work, and compute. 👏 Huge congratulations to the laureates! 📸 Credit: Nobel Prize Outreach / Niklas Elmehed #NobelPrize2025

Last week’s groundbreaking for the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) with its PsiQuantum anchor tenant wasn’t just a ribbon-cutting—it was the birth of a new era. From John Bardeen’s double The Nobel Prize legacy in superconductivity at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign to this year’s 2025 Nobel laureates John Clarke, Michel Devoret, and John Martinis, Illinois stands again at the frontier of quantum discovery. 🔗 Nobel Prize Announcement – Physics 2025 https://lnkd.in/gW_NYdYG At the same time, IonQ (NYSE: IONQ)—the world’s first publicly listed quantum computing company—continues expanding through commercialization and M&A, confirming that quantum has moved from lab experiments to global industry. This convergence of history, innovation, and imagination is exactly what the world’s first novel to feature IQMP, Great Awakening, envisioned—a world where superconducting circuits, distributed quantum networks, and human creativity unite to heal people and the planet. From the Cathedral™ QPU architecture detailed in our SRGB Quantum Capital white paper to the Healthcare Metaverse™ now emerging, science fiction is fast becoming the blueprint of reality. 📘 Catch the author at Barnes & Noble, Inc. Fairbanks (10/18/25, 12–4 PM) to learn more firsthand about how Illinois is leading the next quantum revolution. 🔗 Read Great Awakening on Amazon – https://a.co/d/8ddSVwU #IQMP #QuantumComputing #IllinoisInnovation #NobelPrize #IonQ #HealthcareMetaverse #SRGBQuantum #MidwayChips #GreatAwakening #UIUC #QuantumEra #PostScarcityPhysics #JohnBardeen

Quantum experts at King's have reacted to this year's Nobel Prize for Physics announcement. Speaking to national journalists about the winning research, on quantum tunnelling, they discussed how the science is advancing digital technology.   Dr Eleanor CRANE and Dr Mark Mitchison are part of King's Quantum, a multidisciplinary research centre helping to deliver transformative technology for healthcare, life sciences, security and industry. They joined King’s as part of a major investment into interdisciplinary science this year.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/e8CCiEdT Want to delve into the world of quantum physics a little more? Visit 'Quantum Untangled' a new exhibition at Science Gallery London launching Wednesday 8 October: https://lnkd.in/efbS6SHP   #ScienceAtKings #KingsQuantum Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences

🇺🇸America leads the way🇺🇸 US scientists John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis have won the Nobel Prize in Physics for their groundbreaking research into quantum mechanical tunnelling, a discovery that pushes the boundaries of what is possible in computing and materials science. 🇺🇸 Once again, America leads the way in innovation and technology, proving that when it comes to scientific discovery, the spirit of curiosity and excellence is alive and thriving. #NobelPrize

Professor Denver Li Danfeng, Associate Dean (Research and Postgraduate Education) of the College of Science and Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), has been awarded the 2025 Asian Young Scientist Fellowship (AYSF) 🏆 for his exceptional contributions to the physical sciences. Notably, he is the sole recipient of this award from Hong Kong this year. The AYSF honors outstanding young scientists across Asia and aims to facilitate innovative and transformative research. 🔬✨ Professor Li's research primarily focuses on nickelate superconductors and unconventional superconductivity. During his postdoctoral research at Stanford University, he led the team for the discovery of the world’s first nickelate thin-film superconductor, opening a new frontier in superconductivity studies. The AYSF committee praised his breakthroughs in this area and recognized his dedication to furthering research on novel superconductors. 📈📚 Expressing his gratitude, Professor Li remarked on the privilege of being named an AYSF Fellow, emphasizing his contributions to the discovery of nickelate superconductors and the potential of superconductors to transform technologies such as clean power grids and next-generation electronics. He expressed his intention to continue developing new superconductors and making impactful discoveries in the field. 🚀💡 🔗 Learn more: https://go.cityu.hk/vbjt6i

Breaking News in Quantum Physics🏆🔬 The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded to John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis for their pioneering work on macroscopic quantum tunneling and energy quantization in circuits. Their research demonstrates that quantum phenomena, traditionally observed only at microscopic scales, can manifest at a macroscopic level, opening new possibilities for quantum computing, secure communication, and next-generation technologies. At QuantPaths, a leader in quantum defense, we are incredibly excited about these achievements. Their discoveries not only deepen our understanding of the quantum world but also inspire us to push the boundaries of innovation in quantum security and advanced technological applications. This recognition reminds us that the frontiers of science are ever-expanding, and that collaboration between fundamental research and applied technology can transform what once seemed impossible into reality. Congratulations to the laureates! Their work is a powerful testament to the transformative potential of quantum science. #QuantPaths #NobelPrize #QuantumPhysics #QuantumComputing #QuantumDefense #Innovation #ScienceLeadership #FutureTech Taken from : https://lnkd.in/etficQzw

🏆 The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded to John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis “for the discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit.” Their groundbreaking experiments revealed that the bizarre laws of quantum mechanics—usually confined to the realm of atoms and subatomic particles—can manifest in systems large enough to hold in your hand. Using a superconducting electrical circuit on a chip about a centimetre wide, the laureates demonstrated two hallmark features of quantum mechanics: ⚛️ Quantum tunnelling – where a system can “pass through” an energy barrier, much like a ball suddenly appearing on the other side of a wall instead of bouncing back. ⚡ Energy quantisation – showing that energy in the circuit changes in discrete packets rather than continuously, just as quantum theory predicts. What makes this discovery extraordinary is its macroscopic scale. Instead of a few particles, their superconducting system contained billions of Cooper pairs—electron pairs that act in perfect synchrony. These effects, once thought visible only in microscopic systems, were now observed in a circuit large enough to hold in the palm of a hand. This pioneering work doesn’t just confirm the reach of quantum mechanics—it builds a bridge between the microscopic and macroscopic worlds. It also paved the way for modern quantum technologies such as quantum computers, quantum sensors, and quantum cryptography. In short, the 2025 Physics Nobel celebrates a profound truth: quantum mechanics is not just the language of the very small—it governs the large as well. #NobelPrize #physics #quantummechanics #quantumtunnelling #superconductivity #energyquantisation #QuantumComputing #johnclarke #micheldevoret #johnmartins 📎 Press release: [https://lnkd.in/gS63dB76) 📎 Popular information: [https://lnkd.in/g56CB367) 📎 Advanced information: [https://lnkd.in/guTdNNMy)

A study in Science Magazine earlier this month discussed an erbium-based molecular qubit that are compatible with existing fiber-optic networks and could lay the groundwork for the quantum internet and new forms of quantum communication, sensing, and computing. New work from Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago and University of California, Berkeley. Read more in this week's Quantum Campus: https://lnkd.in/gGCxCdUe Leah Weiss Grant Smith University of Chicago Q-NEXT U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science Chicago Quantum Exchange P33 Chicago Intersect Illinois Nadya Mason Meredith Fore

Quantum Potential in Denmark Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending an inspiring event at the Det Kongelige Danske Videnskabernes Selskab (Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters) focused on the latest developments in the quantum field. The room was packed, the energy was high, and the questions were flowing. The speakers covered a wide spectrum—from quantum technologies and sensors to biological applications, algorithms, and spin-outs. What stood out most was how each presenter shared a personal journey into quantum research, coming from diverse disciplines. It was a powerful reminder of how interdisciplinary this field truly is. There’s no doubt: quantum research holds immense promise. And Denmark is uniquely positioned to lead, thanks to strong collaboration across universities and a rich legacy that continues to attract global interest. Several international participants highlighted Denmark’s historic contributions, and the enthusiasm for partnering with Danish institutions, companies, and foundations was palpable. Exciting times ahead for quantum in Denmark #QuantumComputing #Innovation #Denmark #Research #Collaboration #ScienceLeadership Centre for Quantum Mathematics (QM) Faculty of Science, University of Southern Denmark Quantum Denmark Novo Nordisk Foundation