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With the rapid advancement of technology, the global demand for new, functional, and more advanced tools is increasing at an unprecedented pace. In this context, groundbreaking fields such as quantum technologies and quantum computation continue to evolve across technological, academic, and economic domains, giving rise to novel and transformative technologies. Among these developments, quantum computers stand out as one of the most significant innovations.

By processing vastly larger amounts of data in significantly shorter times compared to classical computers, quantum computers provide a decisive advantage in addressing physical and computational tasks that are infeasible with classical computing architectures. Our research group conducts ongoing studies aimed at developing the mathematical and theoretical frameworks that form the foundation of these advanced computing systems.

Similar to classical computing paradigms, ensuring secure information transmission and coding schemes is also a critical challenge in quantum computers, and our research efforts actively address these issues. Within this scope, our group is currently carrying out a research project supported by the TÜBİTAK ARDEB 3501 – Career Development Program, which remains ongoing.

The Quantum Technologies, Quantum Information and Computation Research Group is an interdisciplinary research group dedicated to advancing fundamental and applied research at the intersection of quantum mechanics, information theory, and emerging quantum technologies. The group focuses on developing theoretical frameworks and innovative approaches for quantum information processing, quantum computation, and next-generation quantum-enabled applications.

Our research activities primarily span quantum information theory, quantum computation, quantum entanglement and quantum correlations, open quantum systems, quantum metrology, quantum optics, and quantum machine learning. Particular emphasis is placed on the study of quantum systems constructed via Yang–Baxter equations, including the dynamics of quantum coherence, quantum Fisher information, decoherence mechanisms, and quantum thermometry. Through these efforts, the group addresses both foundational questions in quantum science and practical challenges relevant to sensing, precision measurements, and future quantum technologies.

The research group is led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Durgun Duran, who received his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. degrees in Physics from Ankara University. His doctoral research focused on entanglement detection via positive maps and entanglement witnesses. Dr. Duran has authored numerous publications in leading international peer-reviewed journals, with research contributions spanning Yang–Baxter-based quantum systems, quantum correlations, quantum metrology, quantum parameter estimation, and the dynamics of quantum information under decoherence.

The group actively participates in nationally and internationally funded research projects, including TÜBİTAK-supported projects and several EU COST Actions, fostering strong collaborations with research teams across Europe. In parallel with its research activities, the group contributes to graduate and undergraduate education through advanced courses such as Quantum Information and Quantum Computation, Quantum Mechanics, and related subjects, providing rigorous training for the next generation of quantum scientists.

The overarching mission of the group is to produce high-impact scientific research, strengthen international visibility and collaboration, and cultivate a dynamic research environment for graduate students and early-career researchers. By integrating deep theoretical insights with emerging technological perspectives, the group aims to contribute meaningfully to the development of the global quantum technology ecosystem.