Program 03

Quantum Research Catalysts

Research Catalysts funds and mentors applied projects where quantum methods can unlock progress in agriculture, health, climate, logistics, and finance. Teams receive guidance on problem selection, literature review, simulation workflows, and publication or demo pathways.

Format

Project-based cohorts

Duration

3–12 months

Audience

Researchers and advanced students

Outcomes

Scoped research proposals with clear impact hypotheses
Access to mentors and cloud quantum simulators
Support for posters, papers, and open demos
Connections to regional and global collaborators