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Quantum technology is an emerging field in science and technology based on the physical characteristics of quantum superposition and entanglement, and it’s a critical technology where many governments pour in a huge amount of resources. The quantum concept was proposed by German physicist Max Planck in 1900 (Heilbron, 1987). Later, with the efforts of scientists such as Albert Einstein, the principles of quantum mechanics were revealed. This was the First Quantum Revolution. Moreover, the application....Read More
The Development of Quantum Technology in Taiwan
Quantum technology is regarded as one of the important technological developments in recent years. Many countries are actively investing resources in the development of quantum technology. International technology companies such as IBM, Google and Intel are also actively committed to the development of quantum computers in an attempt to seize market opportunities. The quantum computer process and semiconductor process have a high degree of overlap. In other words, the maturity of the semiconductor industry will determine the future development of quantum technology. Therefore, Taiwan, which has expertise and talents in the fields of information, communications and semiconductors, has mastered the innate advantages of super-large quantum computers and quantum communications. Taiwan’s Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Academia Sinica and Ministry of Education jointly formed the "Quantum National Team" to build a domestic joint research platform, establish a quantum research base, develop international cooperation and introduce foreign technology and talents.
The highlighted research topics of quantum technology in this month’s newsletter include (1) quantum hardware and software development for quantum circuit simulation in the toolchain; (2) quantum photonic chips to continue the traditional semiconductor chips; (3) metasurfaces and bound states in the continuum (BICs); (4) a new way of purifying single and entangled photons; (5) quantum circuit design of Shor's algorithm and cracking RSA encryption; (6) quantum information technology (QIT); and (7) quantum fluid dynamics. Taiwan’s semiconductor advantages not only support the development of quantum technology, but also enhance the technological advancement of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. We look forward to combining Taiwan’s IC design technology, process technology and packaging technology to lead the innovation and evolution of semiconductor components, chips and systems. Through the strategic integration of resources and the establishment of the Quantum National Team, it will become a key force to enter the industry chain of quantum technology and attract major domestic and foreign manufacturers to Taiwan to promote Taiwan's brand of quantum technology internationally.
Editor in Chief
Ying-Shao Hsu (National Taiwan Normal University)
Guest Editors
Wen-Hsiang Lai (Feng Chia University)