Strong Backaction on a Mechanical Resonator by a Few Photons

Explore the fascinating world of quantum mechanics and its applications in a lecture titled "Strong Backaction on a Mechanical Resonator by a few Photons" presented by Vibhor Singh at the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences. Delve into the intricate relationship between condensed matter physics and quantum information as part of the "Condensed Matter Meets Quantum Information" program. Learn about the potential of quantum phases in condensed matter, such as superconductors and topological insulators, as substrates for quantum information processing. Discover how superconducting quantum interference devices (SQUIDs) can encode qubits and be manipulated for quantum computation. Examine cutting-edge proposals involving quantum Hall systems and Majorana modes in quantum wires for topologically protected quantum information processing. Gain insights into the interdisciplinary nature of this field, bridging the gap between condensed matter research and quantum computation. This 26-minute talk is part of a comprehensive program featuring courses on quantum information foundations, quantum Hall effects, quantum computation algorithms, superconductivity basics, and non-abelian anyons in fractional quantum Hall states.