Microsoft's Topological Qubit Breakthrough - Recording from APS March Meeting 2025
Join Global Quantum Intelligence for an exclusive recording as Microsoft unveils groundbreaking topological qubit research direct from the APS March Meeting in Anaheim.
Featured Speaker: Dr. Chetan Nayak, Microsoft
Distinguished Scientist
Dr. Chetan Nayak is a leading quantum physics researcher at Microsoft Quantum, specializing in topological quantum computation and condensed matter theory.
Pioneering Research
His work focuses on topological quantum phases of matter and their applications in fault-tolerant quantum computation.
Technical Deep Dive
Dr. Nayak will provide detailed technical insights expanding on Microsoft's recent breakthrough announcement, exploring the science behind their topological qubit device.
The GQI Report on Quantum Computing Hardware
Quantum technology, and quantum computing in particular, promises to be a key driver of future economic opportunities and geopolitical advantage. A large number of quantum platforms are currently being pursued by developers around the globe, each with their own roadmap to scale-up their system and targeting a wide variety of high profile applications. However all current developers still face significant challenges and the race remains open. What can be said to inform investment decisions and priorities along this journey?
Published jointly with the NATO Innovation Fund.
Microsoft's Quantum Computing Journey
1
2005: Early Research
Microsoft begins theoretical research into topological quantum computing, taking a different approach from other quantum computing companies.
2
2016: Station Q Expansion
Expansion of Microsoft's Station Q research centers worldwide, focusing on topological quantum computing and materials science for quantum devices.
3
2022: Material Breakthroughs
Development of specialized materials exhibiting properties necessary for topological qubits, including engineered nanowires with unique quantum properties.
4
2024: First Operational Device
Announcement of the first operational topological qubit device, marking a significant milestone in Microsoft's quantum computing roadmap.