Advancements in Quantum Computing: Entangling Individual Molecules

Physicists at Princeton University have successfully entangled individual molecules for the first time, a breakthrough that has significant implications for quantum information processing. Quantum entanglement allows molecules to remain correlated and interact simultaneously, even when separated by large distances. This achievement opens up possibilities for applications such as quantum computers, quantum simulators, and quantum sensors. The researchers used a carefully controlled experiment involving laser cooling and optical tweezers to manipulate and entangle the molecules. This research demonstrates the potential of molecules as a viable platform for quantum science.
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