


Researchers will develop theoretical concepts, design innovative hardware and provide education and training for new simulation devices that can predict and understand quantum phenomena. The National Science Foundation awarded $25 million to the university this month to launch the center. The lab is part of the university’s $300 million investment in quantum science, which includes more than 200 researchers studying the subject and seven centers, including the new Quantum Leap Challenge Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation. SEE: IBM quantum computing: From healthcare to automotive to energy, real use cases are in play

“No other university in the United States is able to provide students and researchers this level of hands-on contact with commercial-grade quantum computing technology,” he said. Pines said in a press release that the university is excited to establish this strategic partnership and to “further solidify UMD and the surrounding region as the Quantum Capital of the world.” University of Maryland President Darryll J. The university is making a $20 million investment to open the lab. where scientists will have hands-on access to a commercial-grade quantum computer, according to the university. National Quantum Lab at Maryland (Q-Lab) will be the first facility in the U.S. IonQ is honoring its research roots by establishing a new quantum computing lab at the University of Maryland, College Park. UMD makes a $20 million investment in a lab that will include trapped-ion hardware and access to IonQ's scientists and engineers. IonQ and University of Maryland plan Q-Lab for hands-on quantum computing research
