In recent years there have been impactful technology developments in the field of quantum sensing, relating to our ability to precisely control quantum states of atoms, molecules or artificial atoms in superconducting circuits. The potential of quantum sensors is huge, allowing for significantly improved sensitivities and precisions compared to conventional detectors.
In this set of lectures, we will get familiar with the building blocks of circuit quantum electrodynamics: superconducting qubits and microwave resonators. We will tour the obligatory stops: how to make a superconducting qubit, how to operate it with the help of a resonator, how to model and understand all of it. The aim of these introductory lectures is to lay the ground for understanding how the methods and technology belonging to the quantum information science field can be applied to enhance the sensitivity of experiments in fundamental physics.
The lectures will be given by Jens Koch, Professor of Physics at Northwestern University (US). Prof. Koch is also Deputy Director of the Superconducting Quantum Materials and Systems (SQMS) Quantum Information Science Research Center, and co-Director of CAPST (Center for Applied Physics and Superconducting Technologies).
Caterina Braggio
