Protein becomes qubit at room temperature

Scientists have transformed a protein from a living cell into a functional qubit, demonstrating quantum properties at room temperature within a living organism. This breakthrough, achieved by researchers at the University of Chicago, utilizes the enhanced yellow fluorescent protein (EYFP) and could pave the way for quantum computing and advanced biological sensors. The discovery blurs the lines between quantum physics and biology, offering a novel approach to quantum materials and potential applications in diagnostics and understanding life at a fundamental level.