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Photon Bricks: A Lego set for playful quantum explorations

Researchers from the University of Nottingham’s Gravity Laboratory, alongside student LEGO enthusiasts, have developed unique LEGO-based interferometer kits to make quantum science more accessible and engaging.

The fully functional LEGO interferometer sets are designed to replicate professional optical equipment, bridging the gap between abstract concepts of cutting-edge technology and tangible demonstrations that captivate live audiences. The additional explanations were also incredibly helpful.” McCullagh stated "I had always found quantum concepts unbelievable, but witnessing the live demonstration made it more concrete, showcasing how two things can exist simultaneously, like Schrödinger's cat being both dead and alive." The birthplace of discoveries such as MRI and ibuprofen, our innovations transform lives and tackle global problems such as sustainable food supplies, ending modern slavery, developing greener transport, and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

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