The UK’s National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC), in collaboration with the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), has funded 12 innovative quantum computing projects under the SparQ program’s 2024-2025 Proof of Concept call. These projects address real-world challenges in public, private, and charitable sectors, focusing on domains such as healthcare, renewable energy, aerospace, and financial services.

Projects selected for this year include the following:

  • Understanding the role of mid-circuit measurement in quantum algorithms for Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations, towards demonstrating quantum advantage in aerodynamics
  • Proof of Concept Application of Quantum Optimisation in Planning of In-Field Sensor Networks for supporting Disaster Response Operations
  • Investigating the Application of Quantum Machine Learning (“QML”) to Improve the Early Detection of Cancer Via the Use of AI Classification Methods for Liquid Biopsies
  • From Batteries to Windfarms: Quantum Optimisation Solutions for the Renewable Sector.
  • QuantiCo – Quantum Computing for Corrosion
  • Quantum Machine Learning for Fraud Detection in Credit Card Transactions
  • Quantum Resource Estimation as a Pipeline for Polymer Simulation (QREPPS)
  • Space-Hardened Quantum Error Correction for Orbital Computing
  • Closure Optimisation for Road Network Maintenance
  • Quantum Approach for Scalable Dynamic Flexible Job Shop Scheduling Platform
  • Quantum Simulations for Enhanced NMR in Next-generation Batteries
  • Omics Insights with Quantum (OmIQ)

This initiative highlights the UK’s commitment to developing quantum computing solutions that deliver tangible societal and industrial benefits. Projects will conclude in March 2025, demonstrating the NQCC’s role in fostering research and driving quantum innovation.

For more details, visit the NQCC Collaborative R&D page.

November 30, 2024

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