UAlberta physicists have developed a new technique for quantum memories, a crucial element for quantum communication. Full story from University of Alberta’s Faculty of Science News.
Accelerating Alberta’s quantum advantage: Initiative unites academia and industry to push province’s position in quantum nanotechnology sphere
No sign of a summer slowdown for these graduate students, whose focus on future technology signals diversification of Alberta’s economy, now and into the next generation. Full story from University of Alberta’s Faculty of Science News.
The ‘second coming’ of quantum: New graduate program turning physicists into entrepreneurs
Researchers from the University of Alberta hope the program will help put Alberta on the map as a scientific research hub. Full story from www.thespec.com.
The ‘second coming’ of quantum: New graduate program turning physicists into entrepreneurs
New grad program in quantum technologies to prepare students for entrepreneurship and industry
Joint UAlberta-UCalgary program aims to produce scientists who can lead advances in information and communications technology. Full story from Folio.ca.
The second coming of quantum
Positioning Canada as a leader in coming quantum nanotechnology revolution. Full story from University of Alberta’s Faculty of Science News.
Opinion: Investing in pure research is unpredictable but essential
Where will the next important research breakthrough come from? How will it revolutionize the way we live? It is impossible to predict. We can only be sure of where the journey begins: with a curious researcher testing and analyzing new, untried ideas and theories. Full story from Edmontonjournal.com.
Nan-Oh-Canada
UAlberta scientists have created a maple leaf 10,000 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. Full story from University of Alberta’s Faculty of Science News.
Block copolymers form moiré superstructures
Prof. Barry Sanders named Killam Annual Professor
The Killam Annual Professorship associates the prestige of a Killam award with the university’s recognition of excellence across diverse domains of academic activity. Winners of the Killam Annual Professor award will have demonstrated excellence in the following primary areas: research, undergraduate and/or graduate teaching. Service to their academic discipline, and/or service to the community beyond the University, will be considered as supportive of the primary excellence criteria, however service on its own will not be sufficient to merit the award.