UK National Quantum Technologies Programme

Quantum Technologies: a £1 billion future industry for the UK

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UK National Quantum Technoloiges Programme

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  • Quantum Landscape Outlook 2021
    Nations and regions around the world are continuing the rapid build-out of publicly funded quantum technology initiatives. Everyone wants to build a future quantum ecosystem in their own back yard. In the commercial space, the bounds of international collaboration are beginning to emerge. Investors need to dress for all seasons.... Read more
    Source: Fact Based Insight - prepare for tomorrow Dec 21, 2020
  • Quantum Internet Outlook 2021
    Business must act now to secure itself against the security threat posed by future quantum computers. Fortunately new quantum-resistant maths-based crypto is on track to protect businesses that act promptly. To understand the growing momentum behind additional physics-based quantum security, it’s necessary to appreciate its unique enduring security promise and... Read more
    Source: Fact Based Insight - prepare for tomorrow Dec 17, 2020
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Project Description

It is the mission of the UKNQT programme to make the UK a 'go-to' place for the development and commercialisation of quantum technologies and a leading player in the global supply chain that will develop to service them.

Hubs
As part of the £270 million investment of the UK national quantum technologies programme, EPSRC funded a national network of Quantum Technology Hubs. This was a £120 million investment in four hubs that will explore the properties of quantum mechanics and how they can be harnessed for use in technology.

UK Quantum Technology Hubs:
- Sensors and Metrology
- Quantum Enhanced Imaging (QuantIC)
- Networked Quantum Information Technologies (NQIT)
- Quantum Communications Technologies (Quantum Communications hub)

Applications
Quantum technologies are expected to have applications across multiple future multi-billion-pound industries in many markets and sectors:
Quantum timing devices
Quantum gravity sensing devices
Quantum positioning systems
Quantum secure communications
Quantum enhanced imaging
Quantum computers

Project Details
  • Programme: UK National Quantum Technologies Programme
  • Founded: 2014
  • Capabilities: Quantum Technologies
  • Home: uknqt.epsrc.ac.uk/
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