Quantum Physics
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![an abstract image of a quantum computer](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eTTSSNZTzAcaC4CgD5b84D-320-80.jpg)
Physicists link quantum memories across the longest distance ever
By Tim Childers published
We're one step closer to having quantum internet, but wait, what is quantum internet?
![Physicist Freeman J. Dyson at The Church Center for the United Nations in New York on March 22, 2000.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mRxNdtKEyJmzwxX3ZVrNfQ-320-80.jpg)
Freeman Dyson, quantum physicist who imagined alien megastructures, has died at 96
By Rafi Letzter published
Physicist Freeman Dyson was known for his work on quantum physics and mathematics, as well as his big ideas about the far future.
![Artist's depiction of Schrödinger's cat.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UGM368n6QB8TbmGJC4AaWV-320-80.jpg)
Schrödinger's cat: The favorite, misunderstood pet of quantum mechanics
By Adam Mann published
To meow or not to meow?
![An internal photo shows the lasers of the Antihydrogen Laser Physics Apparatus (ALPHA) antimatter experiment at work.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Xy7rAdyrYzXuieCc9s4iz9-320-80.jpg)
Mysterious 'antihydrogen' particles reveal uncanny quantum effect
By Rafi Letzter published
The bubbling, raucous quantum vacuum distorts the shape of every hydrogen atom in the universe, and it distorts antimatter "antihydrogen" too.
![illustration of the thinker statue disintegrating into tiny particles](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Bqcx3rnFkeC67iVJMAQBMh-320-80.jpg)
What is quantum cognition? Physics theory could predict human behavior.
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Some scientists think quantum mechanics can help explain human decision-making.
![An illustration shows the inside of an atom.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s4P6qwBaQaeNZJwAHybEwH-320-80.jpg)
The 12 Most Important and Stunning Quantum Experiments of 2019
By Rafi Letzter published
Quantum computing seems to inch closer every year.
![A photo shows the experimental device in which the never-before-seen effect took place.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EcvjmSVx282d6hcRP9cgvF-320-80.jpg)
Physicists Use Bubbling Quantum Vacuum to Hopscotch Heat Across Empty Space
By Rafi Letzter published
Heat isn't supposed to move like this.
![Abstract image of quantum computer.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/24zeyUXRA7ckkf8bj2SMcc-320-80.jpg)
Quantum Supremacy Is Unlikely, Scientist Says
By Subhash Kak published
Google claims quantum supremacy – IBM says not so fast. One researcher explains why he doesn't see quantum computers outpacing classical computers any time soon ... and maybe not ever.
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