Article Imaging of electrically controlled van der Waals layer stacking in 1T-TaS2 in Nature Communications
Published: 24. 11. 2025Our latest scientific contribution presents the use of advanced X-ray imaging techniques to watch, in real time, how an exotic “hidden” metallic state forms inside the quantum material 1T-TaS₂ when it is electrically switched. Unlike conventional memristors that create tiny conductive filaments, this material develops a ...
Read moreDr. Jaka Vodeb on quantum computing in a podcast on Prvi program RTV Slovenia
Published: 20. 11. 2025In the latest episode of Radiosfera, broadcast on the Prvi program of Radio Slovenia, the discussion focused on the fascinating principles of quantum computing – technologies widely regarded as the next major breakthrough in science and innovation. Dr. Jaka Vodeb, explained how quantum computers and related technologies ...
Read moreFirst Quantum Computing Day at Rudolfovo
Published: 6. 11. 2025Rudolfovo, Novo mesto, November 6, 2025, – the Science and Technology Centre Novo mesto – hosted the First Slovenian Quantum Computing Day, bringing together leading national and international experts in quantum technologies. The event, opened by Prof. Dr. Janez Povh and Prof. Dr. Leon Cizelj, provided an overview of ...
Read moreCongratulations to Dr. Matjaž Humar – recipient of the 2025 Zois Award
Published: 16. 10. 2025We are proud to announce that our colleague Assoc. Prof. Dr. Matjaž Humar, is a recipient of the 2025 Zois Award for outstanding scientific achievements in the field of microscopic sources of laser and quantum light. According to the official explanation of the award committee, Dr. Humar and his research team were the ...
Read moreProject Umem4QC featured as a good practice example in ERCEA report
Published: 15. 10. 2025The European Research Council Executive Agency (ERCEA) has published its latest review “ERC Proof of Concept Grants: Exploring the innovation potential of ERC-funded research”. The report highlights project Umem4QC as an example of good practice. The project was carried out between 2017 and 2018 by the Jožef Stefan ...
Read moreThe 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics – Celebrating Pioneers of Quantum Mechanics
Published: 8. 10. 2025The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded to three distinguished scientists for their groundbreaking contributions to the field of quantum mechanics: John Clarke (UK/USA), Michel H. Devoret (France/USA), and John M. Martinis (USA). Their pioneering work has advanced our understanding of quantum systems, paving the ...
Read moreALL-MICRO at Trieste Next 2025: Advanced Microscopy Across Borders
Published: 25. 9. 2025As part of the Trieste Next 2025 science festival, the event ALL-MICRO. ADVANCED MICROSCOPY ACROSS BORDERS will take place on Saturday, 27 September 2025. The session will highlight the results and opportunities of cross-border collaboration in the field of advanced microscopy. The event will bring together researchers, ...
Read moreWinter School on Electron Microscopy
Published: 22. 9. 2025The Winter School on Electron Microscopy aims to provide basic training in the theory and practice of Electron Microscopy (SEM, TEM) and related techniques (EDX, FIB). The course covers imaging, diffraction and chemical microanalysis as well as important area of sample preparation. Thanks to the limited number of ...
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