Quantum Computing Scalability Conference 2027

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Early bird offer: Secure one of the first 50 places for £200 instead of £300. Register early to secure the discounted rate. Deadline for registration is October 30,  2026.

Students who may require support with the registration fee are encouraged to contact us at NQCCScalabilityCF27@stfc.ac.uk to discuss available options.

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Expressions of Interest: Sponsorship Opportunities for QCSC 2027

This is an exciting opportunity to engage with the organisations and individuals building quantum computing across the full technology stack, and to connect with the current and future quantum workforce at the event.

Our goal is to facilitate meaningful connections between industry and attendees, support the development of a robust quantum supply chain, and help drive the adoption of quantum technologies.

Sponsorship places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

To find out more and register your interest, please complete the EOI form.

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Expressions of Interest: Poster session at the QCSC 2027

The expression of interest for poster submissions is now open.

Join us for a poster and networking evening on 1 April. Space is limited to 60 posters, but all attendees are welcome to join the session. We’ll review submissions in January 2027, and two selected posters will be upgraded to oral talks.

Poster submissions will close in January 2027, with selections completed that month. Be sure to submit your work before the deadline if you wish to present a poster!

Submit your poster session EOI

About the Quantum Computing Scalability Conference

The NQCC’s Quantum Computing Scalability Conference is dedicated to tackling the key scalability issues across quantum platforms, from engineering challenges to advances in quantum physics. This conference brings together experts from diverse quantum computing fields, fostering cross-disciplinary insights and enabling honest assessments of scalability. As the premier research-focused event hosted by the NQCC, the conference features in-depth technical talks, panel discussions, hearing from leading experts in the field on the latest developments.

Objectives

Identifying scalability bottlenecks and discussing state-of-the art approaches to addressing the most pressing challenges

Tackling the key scalability issues across quantum platforms, from engineering challenges to advances in quantum physics

Convening experts from diverse QC fields, fostering cross-disciplinary insights and enabling honest assessments of scalability

Building a community to support the growth of the UK QC ecosystem and foster international collaborations

 

Keynote Speakers

Invited Speakers

Topics

Scalable Architectures

Qubit and Gate Performance

Quantum Control Systems

Quantum Error Correction 

Resource Estimation

Sustainability and Responsible Innovation

Sponsors

Conference schedule

8:30 am – 9:30 am

Registration

9:30 am – 10:00 am

Welcome

10:00 am – 10:30 am

Keynote 1 – The Quantum Mission

10:30 am – 11:00 am

Break

11:00 am – 12:15 pm

Hardware Context setting

12:15 pm – 12:30 pm

Conference photo

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Lunch

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Ion Trapping

3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Break

4:00 pm – 5:15 pm

Panel 1 – Does scaling quantum computing require an open approach?

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Conference dinner sponsored by Zurich Instruments

8:30 am – 9:00 am

Coffee

9:00 am – 9:45 am

Keynote 2

9:45 am – 10:15 am

Hot topic 1

10:15 am – 10:30 am

Zurich Instruments

10:30 am – 11:00 am

Break

11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Superconducting Circuits

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Lunch

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Control & Correction

3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Break

4:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Resource Estimation

4:30 pm – 5:15 pm

REQC lightning round

5:15 pm – 6:30 pm

Posters & networking sponsored by Quantum Designs

8:30 am – 9:00 am

Coffee

9:00 am – 9:45 am

Keynote 3

9:45 am – 10:15 am

Hot topic 2

10:15 am – 10:30 am

Quantum Designs

10:30 am – 11:00 am

Break

11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Neutral Atoms

12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Lunch

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Memory & Networking

3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Break

4:00 pm – 5:15 pm

Panel 2 – Landscape & Funding

5:15 pm – 5:30 pm

Close

 

 

 

 

 

 

Previous Quantum Computing Scalability Conferences

Quantum Computing Scalability Conference 2023

The QC Scability Conference 2023 was held at the Lady Margaret Hall in Oxford, UK, from 30 – 31 March. The event aimed to bring together experts in quantum computing hardware, across multiple platforms, to make an honest assessment on scalability.

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Quantum Computing Scalability Conference 2025

The QC Scability Conference 2025, held from 2 – 4 April at the Keble College, Oxford, brought together experts in academia, industry and governement to explore the challenges and opportunities surrounding the scalable future of quantum computing.

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If you have any questions or need any assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact: NQCCScalabilityCF27@stfc.ac.uk