Wisconsin CHIPS congratulates the 2025 laureates of The Nobel Prize in Physics—John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis—for observation of quantum-mechanical tunneling in an electrical circuit based on superconductors! Excitingly, Martinis has connections to UW–Madison through shared research and his co-founded company Qolab.
Quantum Computing
UW fostering closer research ties with federal defense, cybersecurity agencies
UW–Madison is building stronger research partnerships with federal defense and cybersecurity agencies to advance technologies that serve the public good. A recent campus visit from Department of Defense and NSA leaders highlighted shared priorities in AI, quantum computing, and secure systems.
With DARPA Young Faculty Award, Jacobberger will develop industry-ready diamond semiconductors
Jacob Berger received a DARPA Young Faculty Award to develop diamond-based semiconductors. His work aims to create high-performance, scalable materials for next-gen electronics in defense and commercial applications.
New facility establishes UW-Madison as a hub for next-generation semiconductors
UW–Madison has launched a state-of-the-art facility focused on ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors, positioning the university as a key player in next-generation chip research and industry collaboration.
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Advancing Silicon Qubits: A Leap Towards Scalable Quantum Computing
CHIPS faculty at UW–Madison lead quantum research—from advancing silicon qubits with improved stability and scalability, to engineering novel materials, to exploring photonic links for quantum systems—all aimed at building practical quantum tech.