Research and innovation - Quantum Delta NL

In more detail

Action Line 1: Reseach and innovation

Why?

The development of quantum technology in the Netherlands is supported by a solid basis ofinnovative research.
Continued funding in research and innovation iscrucial to ensure a pipeline of new ideas and tech solutions and to guarantee that the Netherlands stays at the international forefront of this highly competitive field.

How?

NWO will issue yearly ‘thematic’ open calls where all Dutch quantum researchers can apply.
The target is to solidify and strengthen the basis of the CAT programs. Fundamental research from this action line can grow into technology development within the CATs.
Young talent is stimulated to apply and multidisci-plinary collaboration with humanities is encouraged.

What?

Research projects that cover quantum computing, quantum networking, quantum sensing, quantum simulation, quantum algorithms and post-quantum cryptography.
The research will be aligned with the European Quantum Flagship. Collaborative research with groups in the US or Japan will be made possible.

Who?

The committee to coordinate Action Line 1 (Research & Innovation) consists of scientists covering the broad spectrum of quantum technologies in the Netherlands
The committee also functions as the NWO quantum committee, in which capacity they will coordinate the implementation of this action line via the Dutch Research Council (NWO).
The committee is the national contact point for questions, suggestions or comments regarding Action Line 1.

Prof. dr. Servaas Kokkelmans (chair)

Eindhoven University of Technology / QT/e Quantum simulation and quantum computing

Prof. dr. Harry Buhrman

CWI / QuSoft Computer simulation

Prof. dr. Tanja Lange

Eindhoven University of Technology / QT/e Post-quantum cryptography

Prof. dr. Pepijn Pinkse

University of Twente / QUANT Quantum optics

Prof. dr. Cristiane de Morais Smith

Utrecht University Condensed matter theory

Prof. dr. Stephanie Wehner

Delft University of Technology / QuTech Quantum software/network

Prof. dr. Ronald Hanson

Delft University of Technology / QuTech Experimental quantum information

Prof. dr. Carlo Beenakker

Leiden University Theory of condensed matter

Dr. Rogier Verberk

TNO Semiconductor Equipment and Quantum Technologies

Prof. Dr. Bert Kappen

Radboud University Quantum machine learning

Prof. Dr. Romana Schirhagl

University of Groningen Quantum (bio-)sensing

Realization of research and innovation breakthroughs in six fields

The various aspects of quantum technology are at very different technology readiness levels. For that reason, it is essential to ensure that developing such tech in the Quantum Delta NL and bringing it to market is paired with exploratory development programmes focused on achieving breakthroughs in research and innovation. Maintaining our leading role in the future necessitates close cooperation and ongoing investment in research and innovation that lays the foundations for future applications of quantum computing. Quantum Delta NL invests in quantum computing, quantum simulation, quantum communication, quantum sensing, quantum algorithms and post-quantum cryptography.