Researchers are detailing quantum sensing protocols that utilize enhanced properties near quantum phase transitions to improve precision, addressing limitations in scalability and environmental noise.

Dublin, Ireland; Aalto, Finland; Rome, Italy

Who

Researchers from University College Dublin, Aalto University, ISC-CNR, and Sapienza University (George Mihailescu, Uesli Alushi, Roberto Di Candia, Simone Felicetti, Karol Gietka)

What

When

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:33:45 GMT · 2h 31m ago

Where

Dublin, Ireland; Aalto, Finland; Rome, Italy ·

Why

The research aims to overcome practical hurdles related to scalability and environmental noise in quantum technologies by exploiting heightened sensitivity and nonclassical correlations near critical points.

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How this affects you

This new paradigm in quantum sensing could lead to more robust and precise quantum sensors, potentially enabling advancements in fields like materials science and thermometry by leveraging unique properties of quantum phase transitions. It provides a pathway to translate laboratory demonstrations into real-world applications.

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