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SparQ Access Showcase 2026

The NQCC is pleased to launch the SparQ Access Showcase,a new community event bringing together academic users from across the SparQ Access programme. The Showcase will provide an opportunity to share research, exchange ideas and experiences, and connect with peers working across a wide range of disciplines and projects.  The first Showcase will be held in collaboration with the University of Kent’s […]

Quantum Photonics Spotlight 2026 (QPS2026)

NQCC will be participating in QPS2026, with Gerard Milburn representing NQCC as a plenary speaker. Taking place from 28 September–2 October 2026 at the Heinz Nixdorf Museums Forum in Paderborn, Germany, the conference will bring together international experts working across quantum photonics, from fundamental quantum theory to emerging photonic quantum applications. Hosted by Paderborn University’s […]

New Scientist Live 2026

The NQCC will be back at New Scientist Live on 10th, 11th and 12th October 2026 with our pop-up exhibit. Come along if you’d like to learn more about quantum computing! About this event From live science experiments to talks by the best loved scientists and top academic minds, this educational and enlightening festival promises […]

Nobel Symposium in Physics—Quantum Computing

NQCC will be represented at the Nobel Symposium in Physics—Quantum Computing by Gerard Milburn, NQCC’s Quantum Fellow. The symposium will take place from 25–30 October 2026 at the STIAS Wallenberg Research Centre in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Bringing together leading researchers in quantum information science, condensed matter physics, computer science and engineering, the symposium will assess […]

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UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase 2026

Innovate UK, as part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), is hosting the UK’s leading quantum industry showcase and conference. The event is expected to welcome more than 2,000 attendees and 100 exhibitors, representing the full breadth of the UK’s quantum ecosystem, including hardware, software, infrastructure, communications, sensing, imaging, and real-world applications. The UK National […]

SC26 – International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage, and Analysis

SC26 will take place in Chicago, Illinois, USA, from 15 to 20 November 2026. As one of the world’s premier conferences for high-performance computing (HPC), networking, storage, and data analysis, the event brings together leading researchers, technology developers, industry representatives, and end users to explore the latest innovations driving computational science and engineering. Overview Quantum […]

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InQuanto Summer School 2026

This week-long residential school is hosted by Quantinuum and supported by NQCC. It draws on years of experience building real-world quantum-classical hybrid workflows with academic and industrial partners, and provides hands-on experience running quantum chemistry simulations. The School is designed to:– Consolidate fundamentals in quantum computing and quantum chemistry– Jump-start participants’ work in a supportive […]

Responsible Quantum in Practice Workshop at the 7th IEEE Quantum Week

We are pleased to announce the Call for Papers for the Responsible Quantum in Practice workshop at IEEE Quantum Week 2026, taking place in September 2026 in Toronto. As quantum technologies continue to advance toward commercialisation, there is growing recognition of the need for responsible, collaborative, and transparent approaches to quantum governance. This workshop aims […]

Foundations of Quantum Technologies

NQCC will be participating in the Foundations of Quantum Technologies conference, with Gerard Milburn, Quantum Fellow at NQCC, representing the organisation as an invited speaker. Hosted by Girton College, the conference will commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the discovery of modern quantum mechanics. Date:15–18 September 2026 Location: Emily Davies Court, Girton College, University of Cambridge […]

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Early Career Conference in Trapped Ions (ECCTI) 2026

NQCC is proud to be one of the sponsors of ECCTI 2026 and will be attending the conference. ECCTI brings together graduate students and early-career researchers from across the global physics community to exchange ideas, present cutting-edge research, and explore common technical challenges across diverse scientific fields. Date: 6 – 11 September 2026 Location: Oxford, […]

Photon 2026

The National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) will be attending Photon 2026, the thirteenth conference in the biennial series dedicated to optics and photonics since its inception in 2002. Dates: 1– 4 September 2026 Venue: University of Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne Photon 2026 brings together leading researchers, industry experts, and technology innovators from across the optics and photonics community. […]

FQC 2026 — Foundations of Quantum Computing

NQCC will be participating in FQC 2026—the Fourth Conference on the Foundations of Quantum Computing – which will bring together researchers, students and industry practitioners to examine how foundational ideas can inform the development of practical quantum technologies. Held from 2–4 September 2026 at the UCL School of Management, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London, […]