United KingdomResearchers at TU Wien have developed a quantum-computer electron microscope that uses quantum information carried by electrons to improve imaging capabilities. Traditional electron microscopes rely solely on counting electrons, but this new approach couples the electron beam with a quantum computer, allowing for the extraction of additional quantum information from each electron. This innovation could reduce the number of electrons needed for imaging, which is crucial for preserving delicate samples like biological materials. The technology involves creating quantum entanglement between electrons and ions within the quantum computer, enabling more efficient data collection. The research has been accepted for publication in Physical Review Letters and is available on the arXiv preprint server.
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