Curious Minds: Quantum Computing

Chris Monroe, a quantum physicist at the University of Maryland, explains how his understanding of an atom has evolved.

Chris Monroe, a quantum physicist at the University of Maryland, looks at the currency of quantum computing, described by Albert Einstein as, "spooky action at a distance."

Chris Monroe, a quantum physicist at the University of Maryland, describes the function and inner-workings of quantum computers.

Chris Monroe, a quantum physicist at the University of Maryland, shares the characteristics of a quantum bit, the unit of information used in quantum computing.

Chris Monroe, a quantum physicist at the University of Maryland, breaks down the principle of superposition, explaining the behavior of states in a quantum system.

Chris Monroe, a quantum physicist at the University of Maryland, provides insight into the possibility of being able to teleport matter.