A first-of-its-kind, world-class laboratory that could lead to the creation of quantum materials for use in a new generation of technologies opened at the
Quantum materials are needed as the building blocks of robust quantum devices that will be able to function outside of laboratory settings bringing the possibility of a quantum computer one step closer.
"New materials are not conventional, so we need to take an unconventional approach to this research," said Professor
The lab houses a unique new
The tool, built by Omicron Instruments, features an ultra-high vacuum, multi-chamber design to grow high-quality thin films and layered structures. Thin film structures are at the heart of today's electronics from computer chips to micro sensors.
The unique aspect of the new tool is the range of materials that can be grown within it - from oxides and metals to superconductors and topological insulators - a novel type of material exhibiting unique quantum behaviour. In typical deposition systems, magnetic materials are kept away from superconductors and topological insulators are separated from both magnets and superconductors. The new tool features molecular beam epitaxy and sputtering methods to grow the materials and researchers hope that this new regime will provide a new direction for the development of quantum materials.
This new lab further extends Professor Cory's research program, which now totals over
"Quantum science will shape the future of technology," said Feridun Hamdullahpur, president and vice-chancellor of
The Government of
"Our Government funds programs such as the Canada Excellence Research Chairs to break new ground in strategic areas of importance to Canadians," said
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