Symmetry/Asymmetry in Superconducting Quantum Computation
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Physics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 29
Special Issue Editors
Interests: superconducting quantum computing and superconducting qubits; resonators; amplifiers and related material sciences
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Symmetry and asymmetry are fundamental principles that shape the design and performance of superconducting quantum systems. Symmetry is critical for enhancing qubit coherence and fidelity by offering noise protection and therefore simplifying modeling. Asymmetry introduces tunability and control, essential for manipulating quantum states and couplings. This balance underpins advancements in quantum computing, sensors, and related technologies.
This Special Issue aims to explore and review the roles that symmetry and asymmetry play in superconducting quantum computation, aligning with Symmetry's focus on advancing quantum science and technology. In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following topics:
- design principles of symmetric and asymmetric superconducting qubits;
- impacts of symmetry on qubit coherence and noise resistance;
- applications of asymmetry in tunable quantum devices and amplifiers;
- experimental and theoretical studies of symmetry-breaking phenomena.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Haozhi Wang
Dr. Parameshwar R. Pasnoori
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- superconducting qubits
- coherence time
- noise protection
- qubit design
- asymmetric gap
- asymmetric SQUID
- circuit optimization
- Josephson junction
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