The Strange Quantum Particles Carrying a Fraction of an Electron
The Quark Side - Quantum Physics PodcastShow Notes
Scientists have confirmed quasiparticles carrying just one-quarter of an electron’s charge in a remarkable quantum state.
Using extreme temperatures, powerful magnetic fields, and shot-noise measurements, researchers found evidence that could deepen our understanding of exotic quantum matter—and potentially open new paths toward fault-tolerant topological quantum computers.
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