Macroscopic quantum tunneling wins 2025's Nobel Prize in physics
Quantum tunneling lets particles sometimes pass through barriers, enabling macroscopic quantum behavior and forming the basis for quantum computers in electronic circuits.
Nobel Prize in Physics goes to early research that led to today's quantum computers
Three physicists won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for creating a resistance-free circuit demonstrating quantum tunneling, enabling modern transistors and advancing quantum computing.
3 scientists at US universities win Nobel Prize in physics for advancing quantum technology
Three American university scientists won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for quantum tunneling research that enables improved cellphones, faster computers, and ultra-sensitive measurements.
Nobel Prize in physics goes to UC Berkeley scientist whose work advanced quantum technology
Quantum tunneling research has enabled practical technologies that enhance digital communications, power quantum sensors, and advance quantum computing development.