Direct detection of a single photon by humans
The detection limit of human vision has remained unclear. Using a quantum light source capable of generating single-photon states of light, authors here report that humans can perceive a single photon incidence on the eye with a probability above chance.
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| Main Authors: | , , , , , , |
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| Format: | article |
| Language: | EN |
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Nature Portfolio
2016
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| Online Access: | https://doaj.org/article/f90f715846104c03aeef1e20b5525abf |
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