UCLA’s California NanoSystems Institute, in collaboration with the University of Delaware, Caltech, and MIT, has secured a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance quantum technologies. The funding supports the Quantum Sensing and Imaging Lab (Q-SAIL), led by UCLA physicist David Leibrandt, focused on developing quantum sensors using two-dimensional trapped-ion arrays for ultra-precise measurements. This project is part of the NSF’s National Quantum Virtual Laboratory (NQVL) initiative, aimed at accelerating the commercialization of quantum technologies.
The multidisciplinary UCLA team includes experts from physics, engineering, and chemistry, with significant contributions from prominent faculty members like Mona Jarrahi and Pri Narang. The team will collaborate with industry partners, Quantinuum and Infleqtion, to enhance the technology readiness level of the sensors developed by Q-SAIL.
The NSF’s NQVL initiative seeks to democratize access to quantum research infrastructure, enabling widespread participation across the U.S. and fostering workforce training in quantum science. This project represents a crucial step toward realizing the goals of the 2018’s National Quantum Initiative Act, emphasizing the importance of translating scientific research into practical, societal benefits.
If successful, Q-SAIL could secure additional funding to further develop the NQVL as a national quantum research resource. For additional information, you can access the press release provided that you can see here.
August 27, 2024
