Episode 244: Supercold computers

from crisscrossing Science · host Michael Crosser & Chad Tillberg

Mike and Chad invite Norman Birge, Professor of Physics at Michigan State University, and PhD advisor to Mike, to discuss some research into developing computers that use superconducting materials. Superconducting computers would create less heat, which would be helpful for large data centers. If you haven't already, subscribe to the podcast to download the latest episodes as soon as they are available.

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