超导新材料问世，加速量子技术实用化进程

Core Insights - A research team from New York University, Queensland University, and other international institutions has successfully developed a superconducting germanium material that can conduct electricity with zero resistance, allowing for lossless current flow [1] - The achievement of superconductivity in germanium opens new pathways for developing scalable quantum devices based on existing semiconductor processes, as germanium is widely used in advanced chip manufacturing [1] - This technology is expected to be compatible with current foundry processes, accelerating the practical application of quantum technology [1] Semiconductor and Superconductor Synergy - Semiconductors allow partial electron flow, exhibiting conductivity between conductors and insulators at room temperature, while superconductors have zero resistance at specific temperatures [1] - The combination of semiconductors and superconductors provides semiconductors with "superpowers," enabling precise current control along with zero-loss current advantages [1] - The widespread application of this new material could lead to significant improvements in the operational speed of various smart devices and reduce heat generation, as well as enhance the efficiency of power grids and renewable energy systems through lossless transmission [1]