Research organisation · Keyworth
The British Geological Survey, based in Keyworth, uses quantum magnetometers to watch how geomagnetic storms affect different parts of the UK. Five such sensors, built by the University of Strathclyde and STFC RAL Space, were installed in 2025 at Aberystwyth, Boulby, Blickling, Chilbolton and Thurso, filling gaps between the BGS's three magnetic observatories. BGS is a partner in QuSIT, the national hub for quantum sensing, imaging and timing, as it was in the earlier Sensors and Timing hub that funded the magnetometer work.
British Geological Survey is a research organisation in Keyworth. It appears as a partner in QuSIT and UK Quantum Technology Hub in Sensors and Timing.
Sources: Strathclyde quantum technology strengthens UK resilience to space weather | University of Strathclyde · EP/Z533166/1 QuSIT Hub | UKRI Gateway to Research · EP/T001046/1 UK Quantum Technology Hub in Sensors and Timing | UKRI Gateway to Research
QuSIT
A national research hub for quantum sensing, imaging and timing, led by the University of Birmingham.
Role: Partner
Funding: £22m
Themes: Sensing, Imaging, Timing and navigation
The phase 2 national hub for quantum sensors and clocks, led by the University of Birmingham. It ran from 2019 to 2024.
Role: Partner
Funding: £28.6m
Themes: Sensing, Timing and navigation
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