Superconducting qubits are one of the leading platforms for quantum information processing but have not yet reached the performance necessary for useful quantum computation. In this talk, I will discuss current limitations on measurement and gate fidelity in superconducting qubits using the fluxonium as a case study. I will discuss our work understanding the origins of these limitations and the usage of applied microwave drives to improve measurement and gate fidelity. Finally, I will also present some of our work investigating the role of high-kinetic inductance superconductors in improving superconducting qubits.
*You will need to bring your cell phone, so you can sign in using the new QR code outside of ATL 2400. You will need to submit your first and last name, email, and affiliation on the form by 11:15am to be able to get lunch after the seminar. Lunch is first come, first served.*