In Quest of Quantum Ratchet: Combining Abstract Theoretical Frameworks with Real-World Medical Uses

Abstract

The phenomenon where quantum mechanics, stochastic processes and nonlinear dynamics meet is the development of quantum ratchets, which exploits noise-mediated transport to produce a directed motion in nanoscale systems. In this review we cover theory behind quantum noise and dissipation, its focus on phase-space description such as the Wigner distribution function, and how it is applied to biomedical engineering. The asymmetric potentials and non