A Short Introduction to Quantum Information and Quantum Computation

by Michel Le Bellac

• ISBN13: 9780521860567
• ISBN10: 0521860563
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2006-07-17
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Summary

Quantum information and computation is a rapidly expanding and cross-disciplinary subject. This book gives a self-contained introduction to the field for physicists, mathematicians and computer scientists who want to know more about this exciting subject. After a step-by-step introduction to the quantum bit (qubit) and its main properties, the author presents the necessary background in quantum mechanics. The core of the subject, quantum computation, is illustrated by a detailed treatment of three quantum algorithms: Deutsch, Grover and Shor. The final chapters are devoted to the physical implementation of quantum computers, including the most recent aspects, such as superconducting qubits and quantum dots, and to a short account of quantum information. Written at a level suitable for undergraduates in physical sciences, no previous knowledge of quantum mechanics is assumed, and only elementary notions of physics are required. The book includes many short exercises, with solutions available to instructors through [e-mail].

Author Biography

Michel le Bellac is Emeritus Professor at the University of Nice

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. What is a qubit?

3. Manipulating qubits

4. Quantum correlations

5. Introduction to quantum computing

6. Physical realizations

7. Quantum information

References

Index.