NPL is making use of the macrosocpic quantum properties of superconductivity to develop sensors capable of detecting a wide range of physical parameters at or beyond the quantum limit. The research is based on a range of different Superconducting Quantum Interference Devices (SQUIDs) aimed at detection of single spins, photons, charged particles and molecules. We are also employing this technology in two UKRI funded fundamental physics projects, to search for dark matter and to measure the mass of the neutrino.
Exploring superconductivity's quantum potential innovative SQUID sensors unveil hidden physical realms in NPL's cutting-edge research projects.
Our ion traps are at the heart of future quantum computing
We are developing quantum sensors to enable single quantum particle detection, as well atomic scale mass sensing, femtometre displacement and sub-piconewton forces
We are developing quantum sensors to enable single quantum particle detection, as well atomic scale mass sensing, femtometre displacement and sub-piconewton forces
We work with manufacturers of quantum devices to ensure reproducible and standardised processes, and provide test and evaluation to accelerate and increase confidence in quantum products. We are also helping industry commercialise and deliver quantum technologies and new devices.
NPL’s nanoprobe facilities enable the characterisation and imaging of physical and chemical properties on the nanoscale.
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