News brief

Scientists John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis won for their research into the weird world of sub-atomic quantum tunneling that advances the power of everyday digital communications and computing. The research, conducted in the mid-1980s, explores how subatomic interactions have real-world applications. Experts say it could enhance computing, communications, and even cryptography. The Nobel Prize announcements continue throughout the week, with the award ceremony set for Dec. 10.