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OQI discusses quantum applications for sustainability at QDNL webinar
13th March 2025 On 4th March 2025, OQI Applications Expert Philipp Kammerlander represented OQI in a webinar on Quantum Applications for the Green Transition, organised by Quantum Delta NL. Run as part of their innovation and policy dialogue series, the webinar brought together key representatives of the European Commission and industry leaders, and focused on…
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OQI presents sustainable quantum computing at EPFL
17th March 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Photos by EPFL QSE Center OQI partnered with the Center for Quantum Science and Engineering (QSE) at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) on a new course offered in the Quantum Science and Engineering Master’s programme—a three-part course introducing students to the potential of quantum computing to address global challenges…
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Celebrating one year of OQI’s pilot phase at CERN!
5th March 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli A year ago today, on 5 March 2024, the Open Quantum Institute (OQI) was launched at CERN for its three-year pilot phase, following a one-year incubation led by GESDA, with funding from UBS. In just one year since the pilot phase began, we have been progressing with our…
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OQI and UNESCO celebrate the International Year of Quantum in Geneva
25th February 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Photo by Marc Bader On 21st February 2025, over 100 individuals–including policymakers, diplomats, scientists and educators–gathered to celebrate the launch of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) in Geneva, following the official Opening Ceremony at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris earlier this month. Co-organised by OQI and…
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Join OQI and UNESCO’s call to action to engage in the International Year of Quantum to advance the development of quantum technology for the benefit of all
Join OQI and UNESCO’s call to action to engage in the International Year of Quantum to advance the development of quantum technology for the benefit of all 21st February 2025
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Open Quantum Institute showcases global collaboration at LEAP 2025
14th February 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli The Open Quantum Institute (OQI) was highlighted as an opportunity for engagement with the international scientific community during the Leap Into Innovation: Economies of the Future conference (LEAP 2025) on 10th February in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The event brought together global technology stakeholders to explore emerging…
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WIRED Japan explores the future of quantum computing at the Open Quantum Institute
10th February 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Last week, as part of their upcoming special issue, Quantumpedia 2030: Quantum Computing and Beyond, the editorial team of WIRED Japan visited the Open Quantum Institute (OQI) to find out about our mission towards developing real-world quantum computing applications for the benefit of humanity. WIRED Japan is a…
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Quantum Science and Technologies for All: Join the inauguration of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology in Geneva
7th November 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli Over the past century, quantum science has challenged the foundations of classical physics and developed our understanding of the universe. As we reflect on 100 years since the invention of quantum mechanics, we must also look ahead to the potential of quantum technology in the future. The proclamation…
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Swiss Embassy and Swissnex launch the International Year of Quantum and OQI’s Quantum Diplomacy Game in Washington D.C.
Swiss Embassy and Swissnex launch the International Year of Quantum and OQI’s Quantum Diplomacy Game in Washington D.C. 6th February 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli On 5th February, The Embassy of Switzerland in Washington D.C., in partnership with Swissnex, celebrated the launch of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQST) 2025. A group…
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OQI celebrates the launch of the International Year of Quantum
5th February 2025 Article by Alexia Yiannouli The International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) was officially launched on 4-5 February, marking a pivotal moment for the global quantum community. Held at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, the launch gathered leading scientists, policymakers, diplomats, industry and education leaders to celebrate the progress of quantum technology…