CQE-led Bloch Quantum Tech Hub raises $55 million to build US quantum supply chain
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The Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) is a Midwest-based consortium of universities, national labs, and nearly 70 industry, international, and nonprofit partners that advance quantum research, workforce development, and economic innovation to pave the way for at-scale quantum technologies that improve everyday life. The CQE leads the $55 million Bloch Quantum, a US Economic Development Administration-designated Tech Hub that is transitioning the US quantum sector to scaled manufacturing.
Duality quantum accelerator opens applications for its 2027 Chicago cohort
Early-stage startups working in quantum and enabling technologies — from anywhere in the world — can now apply to Duality, now part of Alchemist Chicago, for a program that runs from an October bootcamp through a July 2027 demo day. Applications close August 20.
Braided, exotic particles could build reliable, universal quantum computers
Researchers at UChicago and partner institutions showed that braiding and fusing particles called non-Abelian anyons can perform any operation a quantum computer needs.
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Advancing Research, Discovery, and Impact
Harnessing science and engineering to develop quantum technology to revolutionize communications, computing, and sensing.
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Preparing the Quantum Workforce
Training and educating members of the future quantum workforce through academic programs, internships, certificates, and career explorations with industry.
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Driving the Quantum Economy
Partnering across industries to build quantum technology and enable job and business creation throughout Chicago, the Midwest, and the United States.
