Quantum technologies

Explore how quantum technologies can advance fundamental and high-energy physics, and how methods, infrastructure and expertise developed in particle physics can contribute to quantum science. The interdisciplinary programme connects researchers from laboratories, universities and industry to assess current capabilities, technical challenges and promising research directions. Scientific themes include quantum and hybrid algorithms, simulation, sensing and quantum networks, alongside the development of shared expertise and collaborations. 23 November at 09:00 to 27 November at 20:30; Europe/Zu

…Relevant themes include quantum technologies, sustainable materials and advanced manufacturing. Applications close on 25 November 2026 at 17:00 AEDT.

…biology, advanced materials, quantum technologies, medical research or fusion energy. Outputs may include prototypes, feasibility evidence, collaborations or research roadmaps; AI-method development without domain benefit is outside scope. Projects last up to 12 months and start on 26 April 2027. Applications opened 29 September 2026 and close 1 December 2026 at 16:00 UK time. Funding remains subject to Full Business Case approval.

The programme asks how mathematical advances can improve quantum and computational chemistry as computational power, AI and experimental capabilities evolve. Topics include foundations of established chemical methods, new numerical approaches, quantum algorithms, AI and practical applications. Talks and open discussions connect mathematics, chemistry, physics and computer science; dedicated graduate-student and postdoctoral sessions support training. The workshop seeks combined methods relevant to areas such as clean energy, pharmaceuticals and quantum technologies.

Ignacio Cirac discusses quantum information and the path from theoretical ideas to useful quantum technologies. Topics include trapped-ion qubits, quantum simulation, Rydberg-atom approaches and the choices facing hardware developers. The conversation also considers expectations, industrial development and the European quantum research community.

Anna Knörr presents two projects connecting quantum research and its broader interpretation. One is a science-fiction play developed by PSI alumni that uses quantum concepts to examine commercialisation, the balance between industrial and academic research, who benefits from quantum technologies and expectations for fault-tolerant computing. The other surveys developments in classical and quantum reservoir computing.