Q-NEXT: Advancing Science and Technology for a Quantum Interconnected Future

Q-NEXT is developing the science and technology for controlling, storing, and transmitting quantum information for breakthroughs in fundamentally secure communications, networks of ultraprecise sensors, and interconnecting future quantum computers. In its four years of operation, the Q-NEXT center has launched two national quantum foundries and used them to populate a materials and devices database, demonstrated novel and high-performance qubit platforms, installed a quantum computing testbed, and developed the science and technology that will help enable scalable quantum networks. Q-NEXT has collaborated across industry, academia and national laboratories toward the creation of a roadmap to create impact from quantum interconnect technology. [1] The Center has established itself at the forefront of the national quantum ecosystem through unique research experiences for students, educational tools for teachers, and by engaging the public through popular quantum-themed events. As it looks ahead, Q-NEXT will draw on its foundation of scientific results and physical facilities to reinforce a domestic supply of quantum materials and devices for research and to accelerate quantum science and technology intro practice through collaboration with established and emerging companies - all toward national leadership in this critically important field.

[1] S. Guha et al. A Roadmap for Quantum Interconnects. United States: N.p., 2022. https://doi.org/10.2172/1900586