Date of Award
Spring 2025
Language
English
Embargo Period
5-24-2025
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
College/School/Department
Department of Physics
Program
Physics
First Advisor
Mengbing Huang
Committee Members
Jonathan Petrucculli, Kevin Knuth
Keywords
Silicon quantum computing, Quantum, Computing, Issues in Quantum Computing
Subject Categories
Quantum Physics
Abstract
Silicon-based quantum computing has emerged as a promising platform for scalable and fault-tolerant quantum information processing. This thesis investigates the use of silicon quantum dots as qubits, addressing a key limitation in their implementation—charge noise and decoherence. We explore the physical and electronic properties of silicon quantum dots, focusing on their coherence times, tunability, and compatibility with existing semiconductor fabrication technologies. Through theoretical analysis and numerical simulations, we examine the impact of material imperfections and propose strategies to mitigate decoherence effects, thereby enhancing qubit stability. Additionally, we discuss potential pathways for integrating silicon quantum dots into large-scale quantum architectures. Our findings contribute to the ongoing efforts to develop practical and robust quantum computing systems using silicon-based platforms.
License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Recommended Citation
Ayub, Rafia, "Issues And Challenges In Silicon Based Quantum Computing" (2025). Electronic Theses & Dissertations (2024 - present). 239.
https://scholarsarchive.library.albany.edu/etd/239
