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Physics

Pure Photons for Quantum Communications

Monika Schleier-Smith, Haruka Tanji

Published Jan 21, 2014• 2 citations
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Abstract

Researchers characterize a single-photon source, proving it emits nonclassical states of light that may be useful for quantum communication schemes.
DOI
10.1103/physics.7.6

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