Functionalized Nanodiamonds for Sensing Biochemical Processes
Summary Chemotherapy is limited by the failure to clinically monitor the efficacy of the treatment in real-time, which results in suboptimal chemotherapy being given for a prolonged period. Predicting the outcome of chemotherapy immediately after drug administration can increase diagnostic accuracy, efficacy outcomes, and successful treatment. Quantum nanodiamond sensors can be used as optical sensors […]
August 31, 2022
Quantum Bootcamp
Quantum Bootcamp Thursday, July 28, 2022 The fifth module of the Quantum Bootcamp hosted by Creative Destruction Lab, explored the topic “Quantum Ecosystem”. The panel featured TQT Program Director Tracey Forrest.
July 28, 2022
Portable Quantum Dot Measurement System
Summary Detecting heavy metals in water is essential to ensure clean drinking water and appropriate regulatory decisions following an accident (e.g., a spill) or an emergency. Traditionally, high-sensitivity detection of heavy metals requires bulky and costly (to purchase and operate) lab-based instruments. We propose developing a palm-sized, element-specific, highly-sensitive, battery-operated, smartphone-controlled system for on-site measurement […]
July 21, 2022
Quantum For Health Information Sessions
Quantum For Health Information Sessions TQT’s Quantum For Health (Q4Health), is open to all at the University of Waterloo, seeking opportunities where quantum can advance health. TQT will be hosting six information sessions throughout September and October to provide a high-level understanding of quantum information. The quantum information sessions are aimed at describing the […]
September 21, 2022
Waterloo's Quantum
Valley
QVI - Quantum Valley Investments RAC - RAC Complex QVIL - Quantum Valley Ideas Lab IQC - Institute for Quantum Computing at the University of Waterloo (UW) QNF - Quantum Nanofab, UW PI - The Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics LI - Lazardis Institute for the Management of Technology
Quantum For Health Design Challenge Launch Event
Quantum For Health Design Challenge Launch Event Event to be held on September 19, 2022, 1:30-3:30 pm, QNC 0101. TQT’s Quantum For Health (Q4Health), is open to all at the University of Waterloo, seeking opportunities where quantum can advance health. On September 19, TQT will host a Q4Health Launch Event in the Mike and […]
August 29, 2022
ICAP 2022
ICAP 2022 July 17- 22, 2022 Transformative Quantum Technologies (TQT) will be hosting a booth at the 27th International Conference on Atomic Physics. We will be highlighting some exciting post-doctoral fellowship opportunities with TQT. If you will be in attendance, please drop by. We would love to connect!
July 13, 2022
Christine Muschik awarded University Research Chair
Christine Muschik awarded University Research Chair Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Quantum physicist Christine Muschik was named a 2022 University Research Chair at the last University Senate meeting. The University Research Chair award recognizes exceptional achievement and pre-eminence in a particular field of knowledge. Recipients can choose to receive an annual stipend or teaching reduction of one course per year. […]
June 1, 2022
New Communications Team – Gabriella Wynn and Lubaba Hoque
Wednesday, June 1, 2022 We are pleased to announce that Gabriella Wynn and Lubaba Hoque have joined as TQT’s new Communications Team. Gabriella is the inaugural Science Writer at TQT. She brings a background in technical writing, science literacy and physics, and a passion for contributing to science communication. In the Science Writer role, Gabriella is […]
June 1, 2022
Madelaine Liddy earns highest academic status on her TQT-supported research
Madelaine Liddy earns highest academic status on her TQT-supported research Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Madelaine Liddy’s (BASc ’14, PhD ’22) originally planned to go to medical school changed after completing her undergraduate studies in Nanotechnology Engineering at Waterloo. However, Liddy’s curiosity in quantum mechanics led her to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering, […]
June 1, 2022
Christine Muschik, Crystal Senko awarded Early Researcher Awards Funding
Christine Muschik, Crystal Senko awarded Early Researcher Awards Funding Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Developing quantum simulations of particle interactions and trapped ions are two Institute for Quantum Computing research projects broadening disciplinary horizons and delivering real-world impact. Waterloo scientists Christine Muschik and Crystal Senko each received funding through the Government of Ontario’s 2022 Early Researcher Awards program. The […]
May 24, 2022
New Quantum Technology Lab Coordinator: Michael Grabowecky
Friday, April 1, 2022 We are delighted to introduce Michael Grabowecky as the new Quantum Explorations Lab Coordinator. In this role, Michael runs the day-to-day operations of the Quantum explorations space, enables the effective teaching of the three laboratory classes in the Quantum Technology MS program, and prepares demonstrations for outreach programs. Michael recently […]
April 1, 2022
QQSF Round 10 Now Open
Monday, February 14th, 2022 Transformative Quantum Technologies (TQT) is excited to announce that the 10th round of the Quantum Quest Seed Fund (QQSF) is now open. This fund is intended to develop new ideas and applications for quantum devices. This opportunity is open to all tenure-track faculty at the University of Waterloo. Proposals are encouraged […]
February 14, 2022
New Research Associates: Dr. George Nichols and Dr. Matthew Day
Monday, November 1, 2021 Please join us in welcoming Dr. George Nichols and Dr. Matthew Day as research associates. Under the supervision of Professor David Cory, Dr. Nichols’ research focuses on the dynamics of spin systems at ultralow temperatures and their interactions with superconducting devices. He also supports quantum materials and devices research using […]
November 1, 2021
Folk Understanding of Quantum Physics
Summary It is often said that quantum concepts are counterintuitive. However, quantum concepts may not be equally counterintuitive to people from all cultural backgrounds. As cultural psychologists have discovered, culture fundamentally shapes the way people make sense of the world. In particular, the last few decades of research have documented cultural differences in appreciation of […]
March 24, 2021
Using Interactive Digital Storytelling to Represent Transformative Quantum Technologies in Augmented/Extended Reality Environments
Summary A major roadblock to the broader adoption of quantum technologies is the long learning curve associated with their seemingly abstract concepts. This often renders quantum technologies inaccessible to most audiences, especially through explanations using conventional scientific language. In this project, we develop novel methods of interactive digital storytelling – augmented and extended reality (AR/XR) […]
February 24, 2021
Repurposing potential drug candidates for the treatment of COVID-19
Summary The main protease (Mpro) in severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the virus responsible for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), has emerged as a promising drug target. The scientific community has produced a large number of crystallographic structures of the protease, which mediates viral replication and transcription. These structures report several fragments with varied chemotypes […]
May 6, 2020
A Reformulation of Quantum Game Theory
Summary Classical game theory – conducted at the interface between economics and computer science – has found applications in topics ranging from networking and security to online markets. Despite over 20 years of research into connections between game theory and quantum information, we have yet to see any significant implications of quantum information when applied […]
April 1, 2020
Advanced microwave electronics enabling quantum technologies
Summary Superconducting quantum computers require quantum-limited measurements at microwave frequencies in order to implement error correction. Conventionally, this is accomplished using near quantum-limited Josephson Parametric Amplifiers (JPAs). The JPAs require bulky ferrite-based circulators that prevent on-chip integration of the amplifiers with the processor and take up the majority of space and cooling power in the […]
April 1, 2020
Towards large area, resonant quantum tunneling diodes by continuous Langmuir transfer of exfoliated 2D materials
Summary Atomically thin 2D materials constitute promising building blocks for quantum devices due to their exotic, layer-dependent electronic properties. The ability to stack these materials in alternating layers enables heterostructures to be built in almost limitless combinations and over small enough length scales to observe quantum phenomena. So far though, practical implementation of devices based […]
April 1, 2020
Rydberg Atom Array Quantum Simulator
Summary Quantum simulators enable probing the static and dynamic properties of correlated quantum many-body systems that would otherwise be numerically inaccessible using classical simulators. We are developing quantum simulators based on arrays of neutral atoms excited to Rydberg states. Such Rydberg atom arrays are advantageous for simulating the dynamics of interacting spin systems (Ising spin […]
February 27, 2020