16 November 2019 (13:30 - 17:30)

Quantum in the City: the shape of things to come

Quantum physics is not the realm of science fiction; quantum properties are driving the next generation of innovative technologies that will have an impact on society in the near future. From non-invasive medical imaging to unhackable data security, discover how the UK National Quantum Technologies Programme is translating quantum theory into real-world applications in a […]

15 November 2019

National Quantum Technologies Showcase 2019

The 2019 Showcase is being organised by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) in collaboration with the National Network of Quantum Technology Hubs and the other National Programme Partners. Following on from the four previous national quantum technologies showcase events, the 2019 event will continue to build on the success of previous years […]

27 September 2019

“QTX-3 2019: Quantum Technologies in Space” international workshop

The coincidence of the UK Space 2019 international conference, the Singapore / UK satellite QKD In-Orbit-Demonstration (IOD) research collaboration, and the specific interests of the Quantum Communications Hub partners in CubeSats have rendered a joint session close to UK Space 2019 opportune. In response, an international specialist workshop has been co-organised by the UK Quantum […]

3 September 2019

QKD over 5GUK: Dynamic QKD network over the 5GUK testbed

The Quantum Communications Hub and University of Bristol will demonstrate the first 5G network secured by dynamic QKD methods and will share keys over end-to-end core, metro and access networks. This is a key step towards the final linking of the metro-scale networks in Bristol and Cambridge to BT Adastral Park to form the UK […]

2 April 2019

Panel Discussion: Quantum Communication, What can Quantum Technology do for a data hungry society?

Our Hub Director, Professor Tim Spiller, will be taking part in a panel discussion organised by the UCL Institute of Communications and Connected Systems, on the subject of Quantum Communications, the potential and impact of the new technology applications. The event is free and open to all but registration is essential. To find out more about […]

26 March 2019

Launch of the UKQNtel Quantum Network: Connecting Research with Industry

The Quantum Communications Hub and lead industrial partner BT are launching UKQNtel – the Cambridge to Adastral Park quantum network. UKQNtel is the new quantum network connecting the Quantum Communications Hub at Cambridge to BT Adastral Park. This network is funded by EPSRC and operates on standard commercial fibre provided by BT. It connects the metropolitan section of the EPSRC […]