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2025 is The International Year of Quantum Science and Technology

On this occasion, the Department of Physics and the Basel Quantum Center organize a series of events for the general public on quantum physics topics, in collaboration with partners in the Basel region.

Tomasz Smolenski Portrait
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Tomasz Smoleński received one of the seven highly sought-after ERC starting grants

Professor Tomasz Smoleński at the Department of Physics is also investigating exotics. Or more precisely, exotic states of matter in a new class of materials known as moiré materials. These consist of stacks of ultra-thin crystal layers…

Carballido Nature Communications
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A smart accelerator for qubits

Researchers at the University of Basel have made a quantum bit faster and more robust at the same time. In the future, this could help in the development of quantum computers.

Gen-Q
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Gen-Q – Generation Quantum: Call for 51 fully funded doctoral positions in quantum science and technology

We are pleased to inform you that the Gen-Q doctoral programme, coordinated by EUCOR – The European Campus, has officially launched its call for applications. The Call for Applicants is open until 31 August 2025.

Topological Portal to the Dark Matter
/ News, Research

Topological Portal to the Dark Matter

Dark matter is a mysterious component of the cosmos, fundamental to how structure formed and evolved across the Universe. Although dark matter has primarily revealed itself through gravitational effects, the possibility of additional…

/ Events, People

Quantum physics - from paradox to technological revolution

In his lecture, Prof. Dr. Philipp Treutlein explains how things work in the world of atoms and what this has to do with quantum technology.

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/ Research

Rare quantum effect paves the way for topological quantum computing

Scientists at the Universities of Basel and Cologne have revealed a key superconducting effect in topological insulator nanowires. Their findings bring topological insulator nanowires closer to serving as the foundation for stable,…

WSS Research Picture
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New WSS research center for molecular quantum systems

The University of Basel and the University of Bern are setting up a new research center to enable the construction of superconducting quantum units. The Werner Siemens Foundation is supporting the project with a total of CHF 15 million over…

Peter Oelhafen
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Prof. emer. Dr. Peter Oelhafen passed away

In deep mourning we have to say goodbye to Prof. emer. Dr. Peter Oelhafen.

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