Quantum at UChicago

International Year of Quantum Science and Technology - 2025

Celebrating a century of progress in the groundbreaking fields of quantum science and engineering

The University of Chicago is celebrating the 2025 International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ), which the United Nations declared to mark a century of progress in quantum science and engineering. The University has been a key part of a growing and flourishing quantum ecosystem in Illinois and beyond, working directly on groundbreaking research as well as catalyzing large-scale investments in quantum infrastructure in the Chicagoland area.

Quantum science and technology are expected to significantly impact discoveries in science, computing, communication, finance, medicine, navigation, logistics and other areas. Throughout the year, we’ll share articles, videos, and other content explaining just what quantum is, why it matters, and how this research will translate to faster computers, earlier cancer diagnoses, and jobs in Chicago’s South Side, across the nation, and around the globe.

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The Quantum Ecosystem

The University of Chicago has assembled a world-class group of scientists and engineers who are leading the quantum revolution. In addition to our cutting-edge faculty in physics, engineering, and chemistry, we offer one of the nation's first doctoral programs in quantum science and engineering.

  • 20+ lab groups at PME and UChicago engaged in quantum research
  • Chicago region named an official U.S. Regional and Innovation Technology Hub for quantum technologies
  • Close partnerships with National QIS Research Centers at Argonne and Fermilab

More Quantum News

New method improves quantum chemistry simulations

Researchers develop a new method to study larger quantum systems in a way that achieves high accuracy without a steep computational cost.

Physical Sciences Division: William Fefferman on quantum supremacy

William Fefferman, assistant professor of computer science, discusses a roadmap for creating quantum computers.

Rethinking the quantum chip

New research demonstrates a brand-new architecture for scaling up superconducting quantum devices.

UChicago researchers unlock a ‘new synthetic frontier’ for quantum dots

Replacing organic solvents with molten salt lets researchers grow “previously unimaginable nanocrystals.”

Argonne: Leading the quantum revolution

U.S. Department of Energy National Quantum Information Science Research Centers celebrate 4-year milestone, look toward future.

Measuring defects to better understand quantum systems

Researchers have devised a new way to harness the defect spin to measure the behavior of other single electron defects in diamonds.

Big Brains Podcasts

Why Quantum Tech Will Change Our Future: The Day Tomorrow Began (Ep. 104)

Explore how foundational discoveries at UChicago have shaped quantum research. Read the full transcript here.

Why The Quantum Internet Could Change Everything, with David Awschalom (Ep. 53)

A world-renowned scientist explores quantum technology and why the future of quantum may be in Chicago. Read the full transcript here.

 

Photos: Quantum Research

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