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Photoniques

Diamond-based quantum technologies

Toeno van der Sar, T. H. Taminiau, Ronald Hanson

Published Mar 1, 2021• 2 citations
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Abstract

Optically accessible spins associated with defects in diamond provide a versatile platform for quantum science and technology. These spins combine multiple key characteristics, including long quantum coherence times, operation up to room temperature, and the capability to create long-range entanglement links through photons. These unique properties have propelled spins in diamond to the forefront of quantum sensing, quantum computation and simulation, and quantum networks.

DOI
10.1051/photon/202110744

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