SMRTR TechAug 23, 2025Science Daily

Scientists discover forgotten particle that could unlock quantum computers

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USC researchers discovered the "neglecton," a forgotten particle that, when combined with Ising anyons, could enable universal quantum computing. By rescuing this overlooked particle from discarded mathematical frameworks, scientists showed that a single stationary neglecton allows for complete quantum computations through braiding operations, potentially solving quantum computing's fragility problem. This breakthrough reveals how previously discarded mathematical structures can unlock practical quantum computers using known particles.

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