Read published documents related to the national and international quantum computing landscape.
The NQCC has published an update to its annual Baseline Report, which analyses the quantum computing landscape in the UK. It shows that quantum computing continues to be a rapidly expanding field of research, with strong growth in publications and high citation impact. While global competition is increasing, the UK remains a leading contributor.
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The NQCC’s QCTI programme has reached a significant milestone, with Phase 1 successfully concluding at the end of 2025. We’re pleased to publish the QCTI Phase 1 Report, highlighting the achievements and near-term outcomes of this first phase.
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This paper benchmarks a hybrid quantum–classical approach to solving the Unit Commitment Problem (UCP) developed by JIJ, ORCA Computing, NQCC, and bp. Reducing industrial energy costs is a priority within the UK’s Industrial Strategy, particularly given that UK industrial electricity prices are estimated to be around 50% higher than the IEA average.
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The 2026 Quantum Business Readiness Report by EY in collaboration with the NQCC reflects what we’re hearing across the ecosystem: strong awareness, but a need for clearer pathways to practical adoption.
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In this podcast by Universal Quantum with Natasha Oughton of the NQCC, the team explores the nuances of quantum ethics compared to other technologies, the importance of responsible innovation, and the challenges of access and equity in the field.
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The report explores how the NQCC’s quantum-computing testbed programme launched in 2023 with a £30 million investment is building a world-class quantum hardware and innovation ecosystem.
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This new publication highlights 19 collaborative R&D projects spanning healthcare, energy, logistics, finance, and other sectors, demonstrating how quantum computing is transitioning from theory to real-world applications in the UK.
Read the Use Case Compendium
This Technical Report provides six solution summaries and three in-depth case studies from the hackathon, highlighting the current capabilities and future potential of quantum computing for solving practical problems.
Read the 2024 Technical Report
The NQCC’s first Insights Paper explores the convergence of quantum computing with healthcare and pharmaceuticals.
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The UK Quantum Hackathon 2023 technical report shares details of the ten use cases the teams worked on at the event.
Read the 2023 Technical Report
The NQCC is pleased to have supported the release of the Quantum Economy Blueprint by contributing towards drafting and providing key pieces of evidence fulfilling the UK’s National Quantum Strategy, published by the World Economic Forum in collaboration with IBM and SandboxAQ.
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The NQCC welcomes the publication of the National Quantum Strategy and the commitment of £2.5 billion of investment, which reinforces the UK’s position as a world leader in the development and commercialisation of quantum technologies.
Read the UK National Quantum Strategy
EY’s 2022 Quantum Readiness survey, produced in collaboration with the NQCC, has found that 81% of senior UK executives expect quantum computing to play a significant role in their industry by 2030.
Read the 2022 Quantum Readiness study
The NQCC’s Quantum Computing Scalability Conference 2027 will take place…
The ten use cases selected for this year’s event showcased…
