MIT physicists propose a method to create fractionalized electrons known as non-Abelian anyons in two-dimensional materials, potentially advancing quantum computing by enabling more reliable quantum bits without using magnetic fields.
Their research highlights the potential of molybdenum ditelluride in forming these anyons, promising significant advancements in robust quantum computation.
MIT physicists have shown that it should be possible to create an exotic form of matter that could serve as the building blocks for future quantum computers. These quantum bits, or qubits, could make quantum computers even more powerful than those in development today.
Their research builds on a recent discovery of materials where electrons can split into fractional parts — a phenomenon known as electron fractionalization. Crucially, this splitting happens without the need for a magnetic field, making the process more practical for real-world applications.
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