Physics · History · Quantum Computing

From Einstein to Martinis

A century-long intellectual journey from the foundations of quantum mechanics, through Bell, anyons and quantum information, to the processors that are shaping the future.

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Quantum foundations and computing

MIROSLAV DOREŠIĆ

1935Einstein · EPR

1964Bell

1982Aspect

1994Anyons · Quons

2019–2026Quantum processors

2027Dubrovnik

About the book

The long road from a paradox to a quantum processor

The book connects the great conceptual questions of twentieth-century physics with the engineering challenge of building useful quantum computers.

From Einstein's doubts about quantum mechanics and the EPR paradox, through Bell's theorem and the experimental confirmation of entanglement, the narrative arrives at quantum information, topological ideas, anyons, surface codes and modern superconducting processors.

It is at once a history of ideas, a personal scientific testimony and an invitation to understand why quantum computing has become one of the defining scientific projects of our time.

From Einstein's questions to Martinis' quantum processors, the journey continues.

From Einstein to Martinis

Inside the journey

Three strands of one story

EPR

Foundations

Einstein, Bohr, reality, locality, Bell's theorem and the conceptual transformation of quantum physics.

1994

Anyons and quons

The author's scientific work and the broader role of two-dimensional statistics in modern quantum theory.

Quantum computing

From qubits and quantum error correction to John Martinis and the path toward useful quantum machines.

Miroslav Dorešić Theoretical physicist and author

About the author

Miroslav Dorešić

Miroslav Dorešić is a Croatian theoretical physicist whose scientific and public work connects fundamental physics, the history of scientific ideas and contemporary quantum technologies.

He is a co-author of the 1994 paper “Anyons as quon particles”, and has for many years worked on bringing advanced ideas in physics closer to students and the wider public.

Theoretical physics, quantum foundations and history of science

Co-author: “Anyons as quon particles” (1994)

Organizer of John Martinis' scientific visit to Croatia

Featured interview

Exclusive Interview — John M. Martinis, Nobel Prize in Physics 2025

‘Quantum Computing and the Future of Physics’ — March 5, 2026. From macroscopic quantum tunnelling to superconducting qubits, quantum error correction and the road toward a useful quantum computer.

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John Martinis in Croatia

Seven days under the same sky

A photographic record of a scientific and deeply personal journey through Zagreb, Split, Komiža and Dubrovnik.

Zagreb · Ruđer Bošković Institute Split · University

Komiža · Island of Vis

Dubrovnik

Meeting readers and students

Professor John Martinis lecturing at the Ruđer Bošković Institute

Zagreb · Ruđer Bošković Institute

A landmark scientific visit

The Ruđer Bošković Institute was the central scientific venue of Professor John M. Martinis' visit to Croatia. His lecture brought together researchers, students, representatives of Croatian universities and many guests interested in the future of quantum computing.

The meeting strengthened international scientific cooperation and helped inspire the initiative for the Dubrovnik Quantum Computing Conference 2027.

Audience at John Martinis' lecture at the Ruđer Bošković Institute — A packed lecture hall during Professor Martinis' presentation.

John Martinis with participants at the Ruđer Bošković Institute — Professor Martinis with scientists, students and guests at the Institute.

Group photograph with John Martinis and IRB scientists — A commemorative group photograph with researchers and collaborators.

Hosts and organizers of John Martinis' visit — Hosts and organizers of the visit in front of the Ruđer Bošković Institute.

Monument to Ruđer Bošković — The monument to Ruđer Bošković — a symbol of Croatia's scientific tradition.

John Martinis speaking at the Ruđer Bošković Institute — Professor John M. Martinis speaking about quantum computing and the future of physics.

Professor John Martinis at the University of Split

Split · University of Split

Honorary doctorate and scientific lecture

A photographic record of Professor John M. Martinis' visit to the University of Split, including the honorary doctorate ceremony and his scientific lecture.

Professor John Martinis with representatives of the University of Split.

Opening of the ceremony at the University of Split.

Address during the honorary doctorate ceremony.

Presentation of the honorary doctorate to Professor John Martinis.

Honorary doctorate diploma of John Matthew Martinis — Honorary doctorate diploma of Professor John Matthew Martinis.

Professor John Martinis delivering his scientific lecture.

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Dubrovnik Quantum Computing 2027

A new international meeting point for quantum science

The conference is envisioned as a meeting of leading researchers, young scientists, universities, institutions and industry around the future of quantum computing and quantum technologies.

Dubrovnik city walls and the Adriatic Sea — Dubrovnik city walls

Dubrovnik walls above the sea — Dubrovnik and the Adriatic

Minčeta Tower in Dubrovnik — Minčeta Tower

From the book to an international scientific initiative

The project grows naturally from the themes of the book and from John Martinis' visit to Croatia. Dubrovnik offers a symbolic and inspiring setting for a forward-looking scientific dialogue.

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Preliminary information

Location Dubrovnik, Croatia

Year 2027

Focus Quantum Computing

Status In preparation

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John Martinis in Komiža

Komiža – A Homecoming

During his visit to Croatia, Professor John M. Martinis spent memorable time in Komiža on the island of Vis, the homeland of his family. This gathering symbolized the connection between world-class science and his Croatian roots.

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Video: Professor John M. Martinis in Komiža, Island of Vis, Croatia, July 2026.

Dubrovnik International Conference on Quantum Computing 2027

An international initiative bringing together leading researchers in quantum computing, quantum information and quantum technologies. The conference is currently in preparation.