The world, the universe and us Weekly: Does Google’s new quantum computer prove the multiverse exists?; 8 ways to keep your brain young
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Dec 13, 2024 Jacob Aaron, News editor at New Scientist, dives into Google’s groundbreaking Willow quantum chip, which has dramatically improved error correction and poses intriguing questions about the multiverse. Carissa Wong, a science journalist, uncovers revelations from brain scan data revealing 13 key proteins tied to brain aging, suggesting lifestyle changes to support longevity. Together, they explore how quantum computing and cognitive health intertwine, offering a fascinating glimpse into the future of technology and human well-being.
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Quantum Supremacy Achieved
- Google's new Willow quantum chip outperforms classical computers, achieving quantum supremacy.
- It excels in error correction, reducing errors as qubits increase, unlike previous chips.
Multiverse Musings
- Hartmut Nevin controversially links Willow's performance to the multiverse theory.
- David Deutsch, mentioned in the press release, declines to comment on the connection.
Quantum Introspection
- Vladko Vedral suggests further experiments, like "quantum introspection," could support the multiverse theory.
- He emphasizes the philosophical nature of the debate and the need for more evidence.