Discovery and optimisation of rare-earth quantum materials. This project aims to develop models to accurately predict quantum properties in rare earth crystals. These crystals can potentially furnish

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Discovery and optimisation of rare-earth quantum materials. This project aims to develop models to accurately predict quantum properties in rare earth crystals. These crystals can potentially furnish optical quantum devices for a future quantum internet, but advancing beyond proof-of-concept has been hindered by a lack of theoretical models that explain how device performance is determined by the material's structure. We will exploit recent quantum chemistry advancements to build these models, with key outcomes including a database of new rare earth crystals identified from the vast unexplored material parameter space, and the optimisation of existing quantum device performance beyond current limits. Benefits include accelerating the commercial development of optical quantum devices in Australia.. Scheme: Discovery Projects. Field: 5108 - Quantum Physics. Lead: Prof Nicholas Chilton