Quantum Research Partnership Between HBKU’s College of Science and Engineering and NASA: Exploring Opportunities in Quantum Communications, Sensing, and Space-Based Applications.

In a recent development, Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) College of Science and Engineering (CSE) has joined hands with NASA through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to focus on quantum research and education. This collaboration, led by CSE’s Qatar Center for Quantum Computing (QC2), aims to explore various opportunities in quantum communications, sensing, and space-based applications.

The primary objective of this partnership is to conduct a feasibility study on developing technologies for quantum communications and networking, as well as quantum sensors for space science and observation. The collaboration will involve testing systems for applications like blind quantum computing, distributed quantum computing, and Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI). Furthermore, there is a possibility that this may lead to potential space-based quantum missions for technology demonstration and testing.

Apart from research efforts, HBKU and NASA plan to work together on training, education, and workforce development in the field of quantum technologies. They intend to establish specialized educational programs to build local capacity and attract talent from the region.

Dr. Saif Al-Kuwari, Director of QC2, emphasized the broad scope and importance of this collaboration, stating how it aligns with QC2’s objectives and has the potential to drive innovation in quantum technologies. For more information about this collaboration between HBKU’s College of Science and Engineering and NASA