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A research team in the Laboratory for Solid State Physics showed that a hybrid quantum computing architecture consisting of a transmon qubit and a bulk acoustic wave resonator can perform key two-qubit gates and quantum algorithms.

Researchers at ETH Zurich have, for the first time, created certifiably perfect random numbers using a quantum experiment. These can be used, for instance, for encrypting messages. 

At its meeting on 20 and 21 May 2026 and upon application of Joël Mesot, President of ETH Zurich, the ETH Board appointed eleven professors. In addition, the ETH Board awarded three adjunct professorships and appointed one Professor of Practice.

An interview with D-PHYS alumnus Dr Patrick Knüppel, postdoctoral researcher at the University of Basel.

A collaboration led by researchers from the Institute for Particle Physics and Astrophysics tested the first prototype of a new elementary particle detector for ultrafast, three-dimensional and high-resolution imaging in large and unsegmented scintillator volumes.

Researchers have demonstrated a new monolithic mode-locked semiconductor laser with a continuously and widely tunable repetition rate.

Researchers at ETH Zurich have realised particularly stable quantum logical operations with qubits made of neutral atoms. Since these operations, called quantum gates, are based on geometric phases they are extremely robust against experimental noise and can be used in quantum computers in the future.

In 16 disciplines, the university ranks among the 10 best in the world. In addition to Earth Sciences, it also achieves an outstanding ranking in Architecture, Civil and Structural Engineering, and Environmental Sciences. These are the latest results of the QS World University Rankings according to subject.