Quantum computer made of 6 super-sized atoms could imitate the brain

Simulations of a quantum pc product of six rubidium atoms counsel it might run a easy brain-inspired algorithm that may be taught to recollect and make easy selections

By Karmela Padavic-Callaghan

A quantum pc constructed utilizing big atoms managed by laser mild could also be sufficient to mimic some features of the mind, reminiscent of reminiscence and decision-making.

Rodrigo Araiza Bravo at Harvard College and his colleagues used pc simulations to point out {that a} new sort of quantum pc may very well be constructed out of rubidium Rydberg atoms. These atoms are super-sized in diameter as a result of a few of their electrons orbit the nuclei at a big distance, and they’re extraordinarily delicate to mild so may be …