Quantum Technologies Aotearoa
In 2025, the global scientific community commemorates a century since the development of quantum mechanics.
The IYQ initiative, endorsed by UNESCO and the United Nations, aims to raise public awareness of the significance of quantum science and its transformative applications in computing, communication, sensing, and more.
Aotearoa New Zealand plays a pivotal role in this global celebration through Quantum Technologies Aotearoa (QTA), a national research programme led by Te Whai Ao—Dodd-Walls Centre. Funded by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's Catalyst Strategic Fund, QTA brings together researchers from institutions including the University of Auckland, Massey University, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, the Measurement Standards Laboratory, the University of Canterbury, and the University of Otago.
The Paihau—Robinson Research Institute contributes to QTA by focusing on the development of cryogenic memory technologies compatible with superconducting and quantum computing systems. Paihau—Robinson QTA Investigators Dr Simon Granville and Dr William Holmes-Hewett drive this work, which aligns with QTA's broader objectives to advance quantum technologies and foster international collaborations.
As part of IYQ 2025, New Zealand hosts various events to engage the public with quantum science, including exhibitions, lectures, and hands-on demonstrations. These activities aim to inspire interest and understanding of quantum technologies' potential impact on society.
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