Read our blog posts to learn more about the NQCC's initiatives towards delivering quantum computing capabilities for the UK.
The latest article from the NQCC’s Trapped-Ions team describes how their laser system design shifts the burden of laser light delivery from a time-consuming task towards the procurement of a stand-alone product. Lasers in atomic physics Atom-based systems are among the most promising approaches to scalable quantum computing. The control and delivery of laser light […]
With the announcement of £2 billion quantum innovation investment earlier this week, the UK government is laying down the gauntlet to the quantum computing industry to accelerate research and development, to bring forward the potential of large-scale quantum computing, driving end-user adoption for early societal benefit and UK economic advantage. Specifically: “This first-of-its-kind procurement programme, […]
2025 marks the United Nations’ International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ), celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics. IYQ makes as one of its central recommendations the application of quantum science and technology for sustainable development. At the NQCC, we’re committed to embedding and championing sustainability throughout our work. As we approach the IYQ […]
The NQCC hosts a range of early career opportunities for students looking to pursue a career in quantum computing. To learn more about their experiences, we got in touch with the 2024 summer placement cohort to reflect on their time at the NQCC and provide some tips for our new 2025 summer placement students. Student […]
As quantum computing moves from promise to prototype, the UK is preparing to lead, not only in technological capability, but in real-world adoption. At the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC), our aim is to enable a quantum-ready economy—one that can seize the opportunities offered by quantum computing, generate and retain value, and deliver economic and […]
As quantum computing technologies move towards commercialisation, there is increasing interest in their potential impact on society, evidenced by the recent publication of many national strategies and quantum technologies programmes. In the wake of lessons learned from other emerging technologies such as AI, along with increased public scrutiny and societal expectation, there is a clear […]
