UKRI Celebrates Quantum Tech Achievements and Future Investments
In celebration of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, marking a century since the development of quantum mechanics, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) highlights significant milestones in the sector. Lydia Gardner and Tracy Keys, joint leads of the EPSRC Quantum Technology theme, reflect on the success of the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme (NQTP). Established in 2014, the NQTP has delivered £1 billion in investment through collaborations between industry, academia, and government, positioning the UK as a global leader with the highest number of quantum start-ups in Europe. Recent achievements include strengthening international ties through the Japan-UK Joint Call for Quantum Technologies and participation in the European QuantERA initiative. Furthermore, UKRI is investing in new fellowships to nurture early-career researchers, ensuring a sustainable talent pipeline. The article emphasizes the UK's rank as third globally for research quality and its status as a top destination for quantum capital investment, aiming to enhance national security and economic prosperity through continued innovation and strategic partnerships.
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UKRI Celebrates Quantum Tech Achievements and Future Investments
In celebration of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, marking a century since the development of quantum mechanics, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) highlights significant milestones in the sector. Lydia Gardner and Tracy Keys, joint leads of the EPSRC Quantum Technology theme, reflect on the success of the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme (NQTP). Established in 2014, the NQTP has delivered £1 billion in investment through collaborations between industry, academia, and government, positioning the UK as a global leader with the highest number of quantum start-ups in Europe. Recent achievements include strengthening international ties through the Japan-UK Joint Call for Quantum Technologies and participation in the European QuantERA initiative. Furthermore, UKRI is investing in new fellowships to nurture early-career researchers, ensuring a sustainable talent pipeline. The article emphasizes the UK's rank as third globally for research quality and its status as a top destination for quantum capital investment, aiming to enhance national security and economic prosperity through continued innovation and strategic partnerships.
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