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As a facilitator of a range of research initiatives, events, and tools, the Centre for Quantum and Society seeks to better understand the societal effects of quantum technologies and inform the broader quantum community about these impacts.

Launched in 2022, the Centre for Quantum and Society is a knowledge and co-creation center dedicated to maximizing the positive impact of quantum technologies on society.

We facilitate ground-breaking academic research into ethics, legal frameworks, and effective communication surrounding the impact of quantum technologies.

We develop tools to help teams and organizations seize quantum opportunities while navigating potential challenges for their sectors, customers, and society.
We engage in tailored made awareness activities with diverse stakeholders
We focus on foresight projects, to build upon a shared stakeholder vision that shapes governance choices to preserve our core societal values.
We initiate mission-driven innovation in quantum projects.

We are looking for a diverse group of stakeholders to jointly realize a positive societal impact with quantum technologies. Come join us!

Tool development

Exploratory Quantum Technology Assessment

An innovative instrument designed to help organizations capitalize on the opportunities of quantum technology and identify the potential challenges associated with its application.

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The EQTA quick scan helped us to better understand our first quantum computing project from a broader societal perspective. The approach yielded insights that we will take to our vision on quantum and inspires us on how we can approach other digital innovations in a socially responsible manner.

Jelte Zwetsloot, AllianderInnovation Consultant at energy company

Our Research

With a focus on ethical, legal and societal aspects, CQS seeks to harnesses the power of quantum for good.

‘Law and Governance of Quantum Technologies’

This research group studies the legal implications of quantum technologies, through the lens of questions about law and digital infrastructure.

Quantum and Society

The research group ‘Quantum and Society’ explores the boundary between quantum technology and science communication.

Ethics of Quantum Technology

The aim of the research group is to develop a comprehensive perspective on ethics of quantum technologies.

Quantum to Lowlands: festival goers teach scientists about science communication

Centre for Quantum and Society researchers Julia Cramer and Vincent Koeman, from the research group 'Quantum and Society' at Leiden University took their quantum research to Lowlands Science.