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
Institute for Quantum Computing
Research Services
Waterloo, Ontario 23,239 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
Updates
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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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Generative AI and quantum computers force big changes in how new tech gets built: New article from Waterloo Region Record illustrates big opportunities as quantum technology continues to be developed and built in Waterloo Region. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g5_N_U2c #quantum #computers #IQC #innovation Perimeter Institute Quantum Valley Ideas Lab NorthGuide
Generative AI and Quantum Tech: A New Era for Startup Incubators and Accelerators
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🎉 2025 is here – the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology! “The United Nation’s recognition of the innovation, advancement and future capabilities of quantum information and technology is greatly impactful,” says Dr. Norbert Lütkenhaus, executive director of the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC). 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQq6xwjn At IQC, we’re proud to serve as an anchor point of trust within Canada and as a global hub for quantum excellence. With more than 3,000 researchers trained in quantum information science and technology, we’re excited to work with our national and international partners to lead quantum innovation in 2025 and beyond. Join us this year as we celebrate quantum’s potential to transform our world. #IYQ2025 #QuantumCurious #QuantumFuture #QuantumYear #STEMEducation #quantum #IQC
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In SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics: The Quantum EncrYption and Science Satellite represents a leap forward for quantum space communications: https://lnkd.in/gNxzHr5q IQC affiliate member Thomas Jennewein pioneered the QEYSSat mission, which has multi-national collaborators. Katanya B. Kuntz, PhD, research associate and QEYSSat Science Team Coordinator, spoke with Dr Rebecca Pool at SPIE. “Many satellites are primarily downlink satellites and transmit signals from space to Earth as it can be easier to put your quantum source in space and keep your sensitive quantum detectors on the ground. But we believe there’s an advantage in having your quantum sources on the ground as you can then more easily swap in your better technology as it develops.” #IQC #quantum #QEYSSat #communications. #space
The global quantum space race
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The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) and the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) are hosting the Quantum Safe Cryptography Conference this summer, presenting exciting opportunities for those active in quantum-safe cryptography! 🔲 Members of the Programme Committee are calling for proposals to present or include posters at the conference. Proposal deadlines are January 15 (presentations) and February 15 (posters). 🔲 The conference will be held June 3-5, 2025 in Madrid, Spain at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM). 🔲 Visit IQC’s website for more details: https://lnkd.in/g7_fSRxd #quantum #cryptography #IQC #IYQ2025 #QuantumFuture #QuantumYear
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The Canadian Association of Physicists is inviting all physics students in Canada to create a design for the Canada-wide celebration of the International Year of Quantum 2025. Compete for the prize of $1000, and to see your design on t-shirts, mugs and other items distributed across the country in 2025! Deadline is January 10: https://lnkd.in/g5ZcU7fs
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Happy New Year to all of IQC's partners, supporters, collaborators and community. This year we are excited to celebrate the International Year of Quantum, as proclaimed by the United Nations, with all of you! Take a look at what we accomplished in 2024: https://bit.ly/3Dj2lCq #quantum #IYQ #IQC
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