New funding drives development of next-generation quantum sensors: IQC researchers Alexandre Cooper-Roy and Alan Jamison have received $500,000 from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) to develop next-generation quantum sensors, enhancing precision and sensitivity for advancements in health care, defense, and science. Read full article: https://lnkd.in/gzehd4Hv #QuantumSensing #quantum #IQC University of Waterloo Faculty of Science
Institute for Quantum Computing
Research Services
Waterloo, Ontario 23,475 followers
The future of quantum is here.
About us
The Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) is a world-leading research centre in quantum information science and technology at the University of Waterloo. IQC’s mission is to develop and advance quantum information science and technology through interdisciplinary collaboration at the highest international level.
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http://uwaterloo.ca/iqc
External link for Institute for Quantum Computing
- Industry
- Research Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Waterloo, Ontario
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum materials, and quantum sensors
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200 University Ave W
Waterloo, Ontario, CA
Employees at Institute for Quantum Computing
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Jon Yard
Associate Professor at University of Waterloo, Institute for Quantum Computing and Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
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Katanya B. Kuntz, PhD
Quantum Physicist || QEYSSat Science Team Coordinator || Co-Founder & CEO at Qubo Consulting Corp. ~ We Make Quantum Accessible ~
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Christopher Wyenberg
Theoretical Physicist.
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Peter Hackett
Executive Professor, Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta and Fellow, National Institute for Nanotechnology
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New funding and International Year of Quantum opens doors to expand quantum science and technology outreach across Canada. IQC and collaborators have secured USD$25,000 from the American Physical Society’s (APS) Innovation Fund to fund the Quantum Explorations Student Toolbox (QuEST) project. IQC collaborated with Taylor Pacholko at University of Waterloo’s Department of Physics and Astronomy and Matthew Robbins, assistant professor, teaching stream, in the Department of Physics at the University of Toronto, to secure the funding. More: https://bit.ly/40puu2O #IYQ2025 #QuantumCurious #QuantumFuture #QuantumYear #STEMEducation #IQC #quantum University of Waterloo Faculty of Science International Year of Quantum Science and Technology
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Waterloo quantum research gets $16 million boost: NSERC’s quantum grants support the implementation of the National Quantum Strategy and aim to address important challenges in quantum science, while supporting the development of quantum technologies. Congratulations to IQC members and all the University of Waterloo researchers advancing quantum science and technology! https://bit.ly/3Cjwlho Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) University of Waterloo Faculty of Engineering University of Waterloo Faculty of Mathematics University of Waterloo Faculty of Science
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Quantum science isn’t just theoretical—it’s transforming industries today and shaping the future. Last week, we explored the foundations of quantum mechanics. Now, let’s take a closer look at its real-world impact! Learn more about technologies powered by quantum mechanics: https://bit.ly/40wBISK How do you see quantum applications impacting our world? Share your thoughts below! International Year of Quantum Science and Technology #IYQ2025 #QuantumCurious #QuantumFuture #QuantumYear #STEMEducation #IQC #quantum
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Exciting news from Open Quantum Design! The world’s first open-source quantum computer producer, founded by IQC members Roger Melko, Crystal Senko, and Rajibul Islam, and entrepreneur Greg Dick, has partnered with quantum heavy hitters Xanadu, University of Waterloo, Unitary Foundation, and Haiqu. Their team is working to open up the hardware and software intellectual property for the first of its kind trapped-ion quantum computer to collaborators who are looking to participate in a global quantum sandbox. This partnership will enable unfettered access to quality quantum computing hardware, software, and up-to-date training opportunities that will accelerate innovation and serve to develop the quantum workforce of the future. IQC is proud to have supported the work that pioneered the foundational research to build the basis of the computer. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gXVghkjT
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The Quantum - Nano Fabrication and Characterization Facility (QNFCF) and Transformative Quantum Technologies (TQT) will be hosting a Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) Introductory Seminar on Wednesday, January 29, from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. in QNC 0101. We will be joined by Mike Miller, PhD (Angstrom Engineering), who will be providing an introduction to PVD and vacuum coating sciences, as well as delving into topics such as PVD source selection, mechanical, electrical, and optical properties of thin films, and process parameters that affect film properties. Lunch will be provided. We hope you will join us. Register: https://lnkd.in/dHSZXEgG #IQC #quantum #PVD #TQT #QNFCF
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Curious to learn more about the surprising nature of #quantum mechanics and how it shapes our world? As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, it’s the perfect time to dive into the surprising and fascinating world of quantum mechanics. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3C899me #IYQ2025 #QuantumCurious #QuantumFuture #QuantumYear #STEMEducation #IQC #quantummechanics International Year of Quantum Science and Technology
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What an incredible reflection—thank you for sharing! We're so proud of the impact the Quantum Cryptography School for Young Students (now known as the Quantum School for Young Students (#QSYS)) has had over the years and thrilled to see how it’s inspired alumni like you to continue making quantum science accessible to everyone. International Year of Quantum Science and Technology #QuantumEducation #QuantumCommunity #IQC #IYQ2025 #QuantumCurious #QuantumFuture #QuantumYear #STEMEducation
I can't believe this was 13 years ago... Somehow, for whatever reason, Martin Laforest decided it was a good idea to let me teach a quantum theory lecture to these high schoolers that were flown in to the Quantum Cryptography School For Young Students program at the Institute for Quantum Computing. And I think this program continues on to this day! Kudos to IQC and the University of Waterloo for continuing to embark on such an ambitious program. Makes me proud to be an alumnus :). I look back on these years fondly, and I often wish that everyone who's interested in physics, math, or quantum, no matter who they are or where they're from, could have the same opportunity as these high schoolers did. I feel as though most people think quantum is beyond them, this big scary thing that they can't learn properly, a problem perpetuated by some public figures who decide you can't either (shame on them), and so they resort to simple pop sci explanations that benefit no one. That's why I'm developing a course, accessible to everyone with only high school level math knowledge, to learn (at least a little bit) of quantum theory, properly. This won't be edu-tainment... it will be proper education! Carefully curated material, tons of pen and paper exercises, diagnostic testing, etc. Feel free to drop your email in the link in the comments if you're interested :)
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Doing some quantum optics at Builders Club today. Thanks Institute for Quantum Computing for entrusting this theorist with your interferometer!! 😅 #quantumcomputing #quantumoptics #quantumgames
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Are you active in quantum-safe cryptography? Don't miss out on the opportunity to present at the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) and IQC joint Quantum Safe Cryptography Conference this summer! Proposals to present at the conference are due this Wednesday January 15: https://bit.ly/3DMxiiD The conference will be held June 3-5, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. #quantum #cryptography #IQC #IYQ2025 #QuantumFuture #QuantumYear
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