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Why The Quantum Internet Could Change Everything, with David Awschalom
Episode 39

Why The Quantum Internet Could Change Everything, with David Awschalom

Imagine a new technology that could create unbreakable encryption, supercharge the development of AI, and expedite drug treatments for everything from cancer to COVID-19. That technology could be quantum computing and the quantum internet. David Awschalom is a professor in quantum science and engineering at the University of Chicago. With new investments from the Department of Energy, he’s hoping to lead the development of this new technology in Chicago.

Big Brains

September 3, 202025m 7s

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Show Notes

Imagine a new technology that could create unbreakable encryption, supercharge the development of AI, and radically expedite the development of drug treatments for everything from cancer to COVID-19. That technology could be quantum computing and the quantum internet.

David Awschalom is a professor in quantum science and engineering at the University of Chicago, and he’s one of the leading experts in the field. With new massive investments in quantum from the Department of Energy, he’s hoping to lead the development of this new technology as Chicago emerges as a leading global hub for quantum research.


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