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Speaker: Paul Stankus (Brookhaven National Laboratory) – Title: Quantum-Enhanced Astronomy For Both Fun and Profit
September 7, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Research Progress Meeting
Date: September 7, 2023
Time: 4:00- 5:00 pm
Location: Sessler Conference Room- 50A-5132 [In-Person and HYBRID]
Speaker: Paul Stankus (Brookhaven National Laboratory)
Title: Quantum-Enhanced Astronomy for Both Fun and Profit
Abstract: Quantum devices are finding their way to improving many kinds of technologies, at an increasing pace. We will review ideas for how astronomical measurements, particularly using interferometers, can be improved — in some cases greatly so — through the new application of quantum devices such as quantum memories, single-photon sources, quantum repeaters, quantum teleportation, and more. Then we will take a look at active experimental work in this area and prospects for near-future instruments. Lastly, we will discuss interesting astrophysical observations that could be enabled by quantum enhancement, including distance ladder measurements, exoplanet spectra, and even low-frequency gravitational waves, among others.
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