arXiv:1512.02085 · Physical Review X

Quantum Processes Which Do Not Use Coherence

Benjamin Yadin, Jiajun Ma, Davide Girolami, Mile Gu, Vlatko Vedral

Published Nov 7, 2016• 141 citations

Abstract

Coherence is a fundamental feature of quantum theory and promises to underpin many future quantum technologies. By studying processes where it is not a necessary resource, researchers sharpen the theory of coherence finding links with interferometry and quantum correlations.

DOI: 10.1103/physrevx.6.041028

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