FT Tech Tonic The quantum revolution: Brain waves
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Apr 4, 2023 A child sits beneath a colorful sensor-studded helmet as researchers use quantum technology to investigate how autism may first emerge in the brain. The conversation also explores quantum sensors already being used for navigation, underground surveys, infrastructure projects and more, plus the prospect of connecting these tools through quantum networks.
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Quantum Brain Scan
- Margot Taylor uses a quantum brain scanner on a four-year-old girl.
- The scanner, resembling a helmet, allows observation of real-time brain activity during visual stimuli.
Quantum vs. Traditional Scanners
- Traditional brain scanners are unsuitable for young children due to their size and the need for stillness.
- Quantum scanners allow for movement and provide clearer signals, revolutionizing the study of young brains.
Limitations of Traditional Scanners
- Traditional brain scanners, like large hair dryers, are ineffective on small children due to the distance between the sensors and the head.
- The resulting signal is weak, hindering accurate data collection for years.