Quantum mechanics is one of the most profound and revolutionary theories in modern physics, unraveling the mysteries of the subatomic world and fundamentally transforming our understanding of matter, energy, and the fundamental forces of nature. Developed in the early 20th century through the works of pioneering physicists such as Max Planck, Albert Einstein, Niels Bohr, … Read more
Zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) stands as a powerful cryptographic tool, facilitating the verification of trust between parties that don’t inherently trust each other, all without divulging additional information. Within this realm, the non-interactive zero-knowledge proof (NIZKP) variant stands out for its capacity to operate without necessitating multiple information exchanges. As a result, NIZKP finds extensive utility … Read more
A team of researchers, headed by Professor Kenji Ohmori at the Institute for Molecular Science, National Institutes of Natural Sciences, has made groundbreaking strides in quantum simulation. They harnessed an artificial crystal comprising 30,000 atoms meticulously arranged in a cubic structure with a spacing of 0.5 microns. This crystal, cooled to near absolute zero, was … Read more