Glasgow has 11 quantum companies and start-ups and 3 universities, labs and other organisations , most often in quantum sensing (5), quantum components (4) and quantum hardware (4). 6 projects are led from Glasgow.
QEPNT
A national research hub for quantum position, navigation and timing, led by the University of Glasgow. It aims to reduce reliance on satellite signals such as GPS.
Led by University of Glasgow
Funding: £21.9m
Themes: Timing and navigation, Sensing, Defence and security
A University of Glasgow centre that brings together the university's quantum research and development.
Led by University of Glasgow
Themes: Imaging, Sensing, Computing
Fraunhofer CAP
Fraunhofer's first UK research centre, in Glasgow, with a dedicated unit for lasers and photonics used in quantum technologies.
Led by Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics
Themes: Sensing, Communications, Materials and components
DISCOVERY
An M Squared-led consortium that worked on the photonics needed to scale neutral-atom, trapped-ion and optical quantum computers.
Led by M Squared Lasers
Themes: Computing
QT Assemble
A three-year Fraunhofer CAP-led consortium to make quantum technology components smaller, more robust and easier to build.
Led by Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics
Themes: Materials and components, Sensing
QuantIC
The phase 2 national hub for quantum imaging, led by the University of Glasgow. Its grant ran from December 2019 to May 2025.
Led by University of Glasgow
Funding: £25m
Themes: Imaging, Sensing
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