Quantum Center for Diamond and Emergent Materials

Understanding the implications of quantum phenomena such as superposition, entanglement and topology has been an area of intense theoretical studies during the last century. Several important theoretical works showed the possibility of developing a revolutionary technology where quantum effects play a significant role. Only now have the experiments started catching up, being able to prepare, control and measure quantum states precisely enough for a technology to look viable. These advances on the experimental front have also given a lot of promise to investigate some of the fundamental aspects of quantum mechanics. Furthermore, advances in growth techniques and defect engineering, along with insights from computational physics and chemistry regarding material properties, have led to the possibility of families of condensed matter systems where quantum effects play a significant role.