A new national quantum facility, that will house 12 quantum computers, was officially opened by Science Minister Lord Vallance last week.
The state-of-the-art National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC), a 4,000 square meter facility based at the Harwell Campus, will be home to several new quantum computers each designed to push the boundaries of what is possible with this emerging technology. It will house a wide range of quantum computing platforms, uniquely offering open access to industry, academia, and other sectors across the UK. More than 70 staff will be based there, and the Centre will also host an array of opportunities for students – including the world’s first dedicated quantum apprenticeship programme, 30 PhD studentships, summer placements, and crash courses for those in industry.
