Zeta Lab

Our laboratory explores quantum computing and quantum many-body physics using programmable arrays of neutral atoms. By trapping individual atoms in optical tweezers and controlling their internal states with laser light, we build quantum systems whose geometry and interactions can be tailored to different research questions. Strong interactions between atoms excited to Rydberg states enable both entangling quantum gates and the study of collective quantum behavior.

Our research brings together the development of experimental platforms, precise quantum control, and applications in quantum simulation and computation. We develop techniques for assembling atomic arrays, improving coherent operations, and understanding the physical mechanisms that limit their performance. Building on these capabilities, we investigate nonequilibrium many-body dynamics and work toward reliable quantum logic operations and small-scale quantum error correction. Our broader goal is to understand and control complex quantum systems while advancing neutral-atom platforms for scalable quantum information processing.