The Quantum Frontier

Advancing the Quantum Leap >>>

Using an unparalleled transdisciplinary focus to accelerate the integration of quantum technologies across society, realizing unprecedented computing and communication capabilities and restructuring our social framework.

Northrop Grumman Commits $12.5 million Toward Quantum Research and Education

Virginia Tech faculty, students, and collaborators are working together at the intersection of quantum disciplines to drive quantum mechanics from the lab into real world applications. The new partnership with Northrop Grumman positions the university to dramatically increase the scope of its transdisciplinary quantum-related research and teaching.

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A National Priority

The National Quantum Initiative Act was signed into law on December 21, 2018. The purpose of this Act is to ensure the continued leadership of the United States in quantum information science and its technology applications. The initiative encompasses the National Institute of Standards and Technology, Department of Energy, and National Science Foundation, and will entail the creation of between four and 10 competitively awarded QIS research centers. Dedicated funding includes $1.275 billion over five years with a possible five-year extension.

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Quantum Center Unites Virginia Tech’s Broad Expertise

Directed by quantum expert Sophia Economou, the center creates an official umbrella for work that has flourished at Virginia Tech for many years. The university has been at the forefront of the emergence and evolution of quantum information science, producing research in key areas including quantum computing, networking, materials, and cryptography, and helping set research agendas through NSF-sponsored workshops and faculty collaborations with national laboratories.

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Quantum Collaborative Partners

Through key relationships with industry, government and academic partners, Virginia Tech is connecting the best and brightest minds to advance quantum technology.

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Quantum Research Areas

Computational Algorithms
Chemical Simulations
Processing Hardware
Memory/Storage
Optimization
Secure Data Transmission
Deep Space Communications

Neural Networks
Positioning, Navigation, and Timing
Cryptography
Cryptanalysis
Precision Measurements
Field Detection

Quantum Research Experts

Spanning the breadth of quantum information sciences and technology, Virginia Tech faculty, students, and partners work together at the intersection of quantum disciplines.

Sophia Economou

Edwin Barnes

Gretchen Matthews

Luke Lester

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Quantum Research Sponsors

Quantum Research Teams

Talented faculty and students are developing cutting edge research that is leading to Virginia Tech’s rise as a global destination for quantum knowledge and discovery. Virginia Tech’s quantum footprint is growing — first with the Blacksburg campus’ capabilities and now, with emerging Northern Virginia strengths.

Virginia Tech Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering

Molecular Sciences Software Institute

Barnes Research Group

Crawford Lab

Economou Research Group

Spectrum Dominance Division

Quantum News

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Program fuels development of new quantum-aware cybersecurity strategies , article
The Commonwealth Cyber Initiative in Southwest Virginia and the Virginia Tech Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering issued two awards for the Quantum Aspects of Cybersecurity program to fuel research in quantum information science, engineering, and technology related to cybersecurity.
Date: Jan 30, 2023
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Fall rankings spotlight Virginia Tech’s emphasis on research , article
Several organizations that rank higher education institutions listed Virginia Tech among the top universities in the nation and the world in the areas of research, sustainability, and international faculty. Three of Virginia Tech’s subject areas ranked in the top 100 globally — electrical and electronic engineering, water resources, and general engineering — according to U.S. News & World Report.
Date: Dec 22, 2022
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Flexing cyber superpowers in Southwest Virginia , article
Diverse and sometimes unlikely collaborations equip Commonwealth Cyber Initiative research teams to address today’s widely varied cybersecurity challenges.
Date: Dec 08, 2022
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Commonwealth Cyber Initiative researchers hone cryptographic algorithms to stand against powerful quantum threat , article
Commonwealth Cyber Initiative researchers at Virginia Tech and George Mason University are developing security protocols to fend off cyberattacks — both from today’s computers and from quantum computers coming down the pike.
Date: Oct 20, 2022

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Dedicated Facilities

Molecular Sciences Software Institute

The Molecular Sciences Software Institute led by Virginia Tech is supported by the National Science Foundation and focused on molecular simulation software development.

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