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Founded in 2016, the Institut Quantique (IQ) of the Universit\u00e9 de Sherbrooke brings together more than 300 scientists specialising in quantum materials, information, and engineering to conduct fundamental research and boost innovation in quantum technologies.<\/p>\n
IQ provides a dynamic research environment with an approach focused on the student community, in part by encouraging the emergence of projects initiated by them. We train leaders with the skills and critical thinking essential to the creation of knowledge relevant to a changing society. Thus, we find our graduates ready to contribute to the acceleration of discoveries, whether they hold jobs in academia, in private enterprises, or have founded their own company.<\/p>\n
From the architecture of quantum computers<\/a> to superconductivity and the exploration of new states of matter, our scientists receive international awards and distinctions and see their groundbreaking discoveries implemented by private sector companies. At the forefront of scientific progress in a fast-changing field, our research teams are invited to collaborate with colleagues and institutions from around the world.<\/p>\n In addition to playing a part in developing Canada\u2019s quantum strategy, IQ is multiplying its projects with partners around the world to power innovation in quantum technologies. Through partnerships such as the International Research Lab \u2018Quantum Frontiers\u2019 with the Centre National de Recherche Scientifique in France, the Quantum Systems Accelerator in the US, the Centre for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology in Australia and UK Research and Innovation in the UK, we have developed research projects that benefit from the expertise and quality of our scientists\u2019 research.<\/p>\n Deeply influenced by the Universit\u00e9 de Sherbrooke\u2019s partnership research culture and an important link in the innovation chain, more than 50% of IQ researchers develop research projects in collaboration with industry. This networking adds to the relevance of the work while stimulating the exchange of ideas between the student community and partners.<\/p>\n Our modern-day lives would be difficult to imagine without the discoveries in quantum physics that have led to the widespread electronic devices we use. Lasers, smartphones, GPS, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) all take advantage of theoretical discoveries, most of which date back to the early 20th century. And yet, this first quantum revolution barely scratched the surface of quantum mechanics\u2019 strangest properties.<\/p>\n The current second quantum revolution is putting quantum\u2019s strangest features to good use, paving the way for innovation in quantum technologies with unprecedented potential. The quantum computer first comes to mind, which would allow us to solve complex, intractable problems that are impossible to solve with the most powerful classical computers in the world. But we need to include quantum sensors with unparalleled sensitivity, incredibly efficient materials, and perfectly secure communications.<\/p>\n Ranking first in sustainable development for a higher education institution according to the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS), the Universit\u00e9 de Sherbrooke (UdeS) inspires its IQ members to invest in research projects such as Q4Climate and Quantum for a Sustainable Planet with applications in the fields of materials, green chemistry, biology, and tele-detection.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Quantum physics and its impact on society<\/h3>\n
Sherbrooke\u2019s Quantum Innovation Zone<\/h3>\n