a, Conceptual illustration of the strain tunable single-photon source. b, Structure of the integrated FP microcavity and electric field distribution of fundamental mode. c, 3D-FDTD simulation design.

A precise electric field technique prints single quantum dots one at a time, enabling scalable arrays of quantum light sources for next generation photonic and quantum technologies. (Nanowerk ...

The proposed method uses a single rare-earth ion, trapped inside a tapered optical fiber, to directly generate and guide single photons within the fiber, representing a key low-cost component for ...

Quantum communication Artist’s impression of a quantum network. This latest research could lead to quantum dots being used as quantum repeaters in future implementations. (Courtesy: iStock/Quardia) A ...

Tiny tubes of carbon that emit single photons from just one point along their length have been made in a deterministic manner ...

Quantum dots – semiconductor nanostructures that can emit single photons on demand – are considered among the most promising sources for photonic quantum computing. However, every quantum dot is ...

Colloidal quantum dots are solution-based nanocrystals prized for their unique light-harvesting abilities. They can illuminate, create color, harness solar energy and function as semiconductors. These ...

A group of South Korean researchers has successfully developed an integrated quantum circuit chip using photons (light particles). It is a system capable of controlling eight photons using a photonic ...