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.




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
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.
Quantum News
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Article ItemVirginia Tech joining IBM Q Network to accelerate research, educational opportunities in quantum computing , article
Virginia Tech researchers and students will have direct access to IBM Q’s most-advanced quantum computing systems for research projects that advance quantum science, exploring early uses of quantum computing, and for teaching.
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Article ItemPhysics researchers bring in federal funding to boost quantum science and technology research , article
Faculty researchers in the Virginia Tech Department of Physics are building a major program in quantum information sciences thanks in part to multiple federal grants that have brought $3.7 million directly to the university.
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Article ItemVirginia Tech researchers lead breakthrough in quantum computing , article
Virginia Tech researchers have advanced quantum simulation by devising an algorithm that can more efficiently calculate the properties of molecules on a noisy quantum computer.
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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.