Symmetry in Quantum Key Distribution and Quantum Communication
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Mathematics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 January 2025) | Viewed by 885
Special Issue Editors
Interests: quantum key distribution; quantum communication
Interests: light-matter interactions for applications in quantum information and metrology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Quantum key distribution (QKD) is a secure communication method based on the principles of quantum mechanics that provides unconditionally secure communication. QKD is a solution to the problem of key distribution in cryptographic systems. The security of QKD is based on the laws of quantum mechanics rather than computational complexity. Device-independent quantum key distribution (DIQKD) is a version of QKD that provides a stronger notion of security. DIQKD can be performed at a speed beyond that of traditional QKD. The quantum communication system, which includes quantum key distribution, plays an important role in secure and high-speed communication. Symmetry plays a fundamental role in the fields of quantum key distribution (QKD) and quantum communication, enabling secure and efficient transmission of information using the principles of quantum mechanics.
This Special Issue intends to present a panorama of current developments in this area.
We look forward to receiving outstanding contributions addressing the following topics:
- Quantum key distribution;
- Quantum communications;
- Quantum network;
- Cryptographic systems.
Please note that all submitted papers must be within the general scope of the Symmetry journal.
Dr. Veronica Fernandez
Dr. Daniel Cano
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- quantum key distribution
- quantum communications
- quantum network
- cryptographic systems
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