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Physics Today

New center for quantum sensing focuses on medical applications

Toni Feder

Published Apr 25, 2024• 2 citations
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Abstract

The techniques promise earlier disease detection that can lead to better outcomes.
DOI
10.1063/pt.esph.sudu

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