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Announcing 15 winning projects awarded through the 2025 STFC Cross Cluster Proof of Concept: SparQ Quantum Computing Call

The National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC), in collaboration with the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), is pleased to announce that 15 projects have been awarded through the 2025 STFC Cross Cluster Proof of Concept: SparQ Quantum Computing Call.  These proof-of-concept projects explore practical applications of quantum computing across a range of sectors, including energy, […]

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Mon 09 Feb 2026

NQCC’s strategic partnership with the new QCi3 Hub 

NQCC’s strategic partnership with the former Quantum Computing and Simulation (QCS) Hub continues with signing of a MOU with the new QCi3 Hub  Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) announced recently, the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) and the new Hub for Quantum Computing via Integrated and Interconnected Implementations (QCi3) pledge to work together to […]

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Wed 17 Dec 2025

NQCC and Google Quantum AI launch new initiative to accelerate quantum science in the UK

The National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) and Google Quantum AI announce a new collaboration to bring access to Google’s Willow quantum processor to more researchers in the UK. The joint initiative builds on the UK-US Technology Prosperity Deal and a broad collaboration agreement between Google Cloud and the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT). […]

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Fri 12 Dec 2025

SparQ Access opens next window for academic proposals

SparQ Access – previously known as the NQCC’s Quantum Computing Access Programme – is now open for academic proposals! The initiative forms a key part of the NQCC’s broader SparQ programme, supporting the UK’s journey toward quantum readiness. It provides UK academia with the opportunity to access cutting-edge quantum computing (QC) resources, helping to grow and strengthen the UK’s quantum computing user community. The programme supports: – […]

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Tue 02 Dec 2025

Second cohort of studentships awarded under the NQCC Doctoral Studentship Scheme

We are delighted to announce the studentships awarded to our academic partners as part of the second cohort of the NQCC Doctoral Studentship Scheme. Through this scheme, we will be supporting five cohorts, totalling 30 PhD students over the next eight years, to advance cutting-edge research in quantum computing. The funding is provided through the […]

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Fri 28 Nov 2025

New Harwell Quantum Cluster marks pivotal step for UK in quantum

The Harwell Quantum Cluster has launched at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, a pivotal step in the UK’s ambition to lead the global quantum revolution. Building on initial work over the past year, the cluster will now further accelerate quantum innovation, scale emerging technologies, and aim to create over 1,000 high-value jobs and bring […]

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Thu 13 Nov 2025