As physicists applied quantum mechanical models to computational problems and swapped digital bits for qubits, the fields of quantum mechanics and computer science began to converge.

Quantum computing is an emergent field of computer science and engineering that harnesses the unique qualities of quantum mechanics to solve problems beyond the ability of even the most …

5 days ago · Quantum computers use special memory units called qubits and quantum entanglement for parallel processing. They are faster than classic computers for certain tasks, …

Mar 18, 2025 · Since then, scientists have explored how quantum computers could, in theory, simulate the fundamental quantum rules that govern molecules, chemicals and materials — …

Apr 25, 2025 · Quantum computing is an emerging area of computer science focused on building computers based on the principles of quantum theory to dramatically increase computation …

While there are only a few dozen quantum algorithms known, quantum algorithms continue to be discovered, with many more algorithms likely to be identified as larger processors are built, …

Dec 22, 2025 · Together, these advances chart a path toward practical, scalable quantum computing, signaling a future where quantum systems could tackle problems far beyond the …

Apr 1, 2025 · To understand these questions, we must first explore the fascinating world of quantum mechanics, the scientific principle that underpins quantum computing, and then look …

Google Quantum AI is advancing the state of the art in quantum computing and developing the hardware and software tools to operate beyond classical capabilities. Discover our research …

Caltech experts explain the science behind quantum computing in simple terms and outline what quantum computers could be used for.