Quantum Information Processing in High-Dimensional Ion Trap Systems

This project aims to develop a trapped-ion quantum processor utilizing multi-level qudits to enhance quantum information processing and achieve quantum advantage over classical systems.

Subsidie
€ 1.499.790
2023

Projectdetails

Introduction

Quantum processors have taken the binary paradigm of classical computing to the quantum realm and are starting to outperform the best classical devices. Yet, neither the underlying quantum information carriers, nor many of the targeted problems naturally fit into this two-level paradigm.

Project Aim

In this project, I aim to break this paradigm. Instead of restricting the rich Hilbert space of trapped ions to only two levels, the proposed research will make full use of the multi-level (qudit) structure as a resource for quantum information processing. This will unlock unused potential within quantum processors and bring near-term intermediate-scale quantum devices into a regime well beyond classical capabilities.

Rethinking Quantum Information Processing

Furthermore, the availability of high-performing qudit quantum hardware will stimulate a rethinking of the way we approach quantum information processing. This ambitious goal will be achieved by designing and implementing a trapped-ion quantum processor, tailored for qudits.

Device Development

Building on the full toolbox of atomic physics, this device will benefit from ongoing developments for binary systems, while featuring significantly extended capabilities, including novel ways of interacting qudits for resource-efficient processing.

Objectives

Using this hardware, we aim to achieve two objectives:

  1. Develop tools for and demonstrate native qudit quantum information processing from simulation to computation.
  2. Show that the platform outperforms not only qubit systems but also the best classical devices through the demonstration of a quantum advantage.

Broader Impact

I am convinced that this project will stimulate a number of research directions beyond its immediate goals, including:

  • Application-tailored quantum computing
  • Advanced quantum communication
  • Quantum metrology

Personal Background

My strong background in several quantum technology platforms, as well as my track record in (multi-level) quantum information processing, puts me in a unique position to realize the ambitious goals of this project.

Financiële details & Tijdlijn

Financiële details

Subsidiebedrag€ 1.499.790
Totale projectbegroting€ 1.499.790

Tijdlijn

Startdatum1-1-2023
Einddatum31-12-2027
Subsidiejaar2023

Partners & Locaties

Projectpartners

  • UNIVERSITAET INNSBRUCKpenvoerder

Land(en)

Austria

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