Key specialists are being called upon to join a board advising
the UK government in seizing the transformative potential of
quantum technologies today.
- UK's leadership on breakthrough quantum tech celebrated as
the International Year of Quantum begins today
-
DSIT
is looking for experts from industry and academia to advise on
how to further accelerate the benefits of quantum for the UK
- UK delegation, led by National Technology Advisor Dave
, will visit the
UNESCO HQ in Paris to celebrate 100 years of quantum
breakthroughs and the subsequent benefits, from drug
discoveries to boosts in cybersecurity
Key specialists are being called upon to join a board advising
the UK government in seizing the transformative potential of
quantum technologies today (Tuesday 4 February).
An Expression of Interest (EOI) has now launched for new
members to join DSIT's
Quantum Strategic Advisory Board (SAB).
The recruitment push comes as a UK delegation is set to fly the
flag for British quantum at a global event in Paris celebrating
quantum's remarkable impact on the world in the past
century.
With at least 160 companies active up and down the country, the
UK is home to the second largest quantum sector globally,
strongly supported by investment from the public and private
sectors.
To raise awareness of how quantum innovations are improving our
lives by driving growth, creating jobs and delivering
breakthroughs in fields like healthcare, UK officials, led by the
National Technology Advisor, will mark the start of the
International Year of Quantum in Paris today.
The event, convened by
UNESCO, marks 100 years since the initial development of
quantum mechanics, and brings together the leading lights in the
field from across the entire world to exchange ideas and showcase
best practices in quantum science education, research and
industry applications.
Quantum technologies harness the unique properties of subatomic
particles to process information and solve pressing problems in a
new way. New innovations in quantum, such as improved health
diagnostics and future proofing cyber security to make our
streets safe, will help drive the government's Plan for
Change.
To seize the potential of this technology and support the UK's
vision to be a leading quantum-enabled economy, DSIT
is expanding and bolstering its Quantum Strategic Advisory
Board.
UK Science Minister said:
Joining the Quantum Advisory Board is a great opportunity for
those who understand the potential of quantum best to help
harness the benefits of quantum for the economy and society.
This government restates its commitment to quantum science and
technology and the advice of the Board will be invaluable as we
continue to play a key role in ensuring the UK maintains its
leadership in this area.
UK National Technology Advisor, Dave said:
It's only right that in 2025 we are celebrating quantum's
transformative potential. From telecommunications to improved
medical imaging, quantum science and technology has been central
to the groundbreaking innovations of this century.
The future innovations that could emerge from this technology
will help us to benefit from the enlightened combination of
long-term partnership from academia, government and the private
sector. They will benefit all of us in our daily lives and grow
brilliant UK companies and create jobs.
Leading experts from academic and industry can apply to join the
Board, chaired by Sir Peter Knight, and advise the UK government
on quantum technologies, contributing to the implementation of
the National Quantum Strategy.
As a critical technology that offers solutions in almost every
sector, from healthcare to energy, quantum will form an important
part of the government's forthcoming industrial strategy.
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