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Quantum research at the University of Vienna
Quantum research at the University of Vienna
The University of Vienna is an internationally recognised centre of quantum science. In the more than 18 state-of-the-art laboratories of the Quantum Optics, Quantum Nanophysics and Quantum Information research group, scientists get to the bottom of fundamental quantum phenomena and develop new technologies that contribute to a second quantum revolution.
The spectrum ranges from the fundamentals of quantum physics to applications, e.g. in the fields of quantum information, quantum cryptography and quantum sensor technology. The close exchange between theory and experiment repeatedly leads to new discoveries – for example, at the interface between quantum physics and gravity.
Interdisciplinary connections
Quantum physics does not just play a central role within physics but also influences numerous other research areas at the University of Vienna. It is closely linked to particle, atomic and nuclear physics, solid state and material physics, as well as quantum field theory and quantum gravity. In addition, it provides decisive impulses for quantum chemistry, mathematics and life sciences, especially in molecular biology. The methods of quantum research open up new perspectives in interdisciplinary projects and contribute to fundamental questions about the nature of reality.
With strong international cooperations, clusters of excellence and intensive promotion of early stage researchers, the University of Vienna makes an important contribution to the further development of quantum science and its technological applications.
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Quantum physics at the University of Vienna
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New game, new rules
In the bizarre quantum world, different rules seem to apply than those in everyday life. Yet, we make use of its curious tricks every day – whenever we glance at our smartphone, scan items at the supermarket's self-check-out or use GPS for navigation. What will be possible once the last unsolved riddles of quantum mechanics are solved?
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100 years of quantum research at the University of Vienna
The most successful theory of the present day, quantum physics is everywhere. To mark the 100th anniversary of this discipline in 2025, Rudolphina looked back at how researchers at the University of Vienna have shaped quantum research over the years – and continue to do so today.
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