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Oak Ridge National Laboratory Deputy for Science and Technology Susan Hubbard and UTC Vice Chancellor for Research Reinhold Mann shake hands after signing the memorandum of understanding agreement. Photo credit: Genevieve Martin\/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy.<\/p><\/div>\n

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and the Department of Energy\u2019s (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are entering into a memorandum of understanding with the intent to collaborate in efforts to research, develop, deploy and evaluate technology and analytically based solutions to challenges in the area of quantum information science and engineering, including networking, sensing, and computing.<\/p>\n

A ceremony recognizing the signing of the agreement outlining the collaboration took place on Monday at ORNL.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are excited about the opportunities for our faculty to collaborate with quantum information science and engineering experts at one of the premier research labs in the world,\u201d said UTC Vice Chancellor for Research Reinhold Mann. \u201cAs we develop the UTC QISE curriculum, our students will greatly benefit from internships and capstone projects involving collaborations with our colleagues at ORNL.\u201d<\/p>\n

In 2022, UTC launched an initiative in quantum information science and engineering (QISE) with a goal of establishing a program known for excellence in education, innovation and economic development enabled by quantum technology.<\/p>\n

As a result of that initiative, UTC is now establishing a Quantum Center that is part of the University\u2019s Research Institute<\/strong><\/a>. The Quantum Center is the focal point for cross-disciplinary teams performing applied research and development (R&D) and delivering an education program of value to students and those already in the workforce.<\/p>\n

ORNL is focused on foundational quantum theory, simulation and experiment in the quantum research areas of computing, networking, sensing and materials. The national laboratory applies its expertise to address national priorities in energy, security and scientific discovery.<\/p>\n

Over the past year, ORNL has been developing a laboratory-wide \u201cquantum roadmap\u201d to articulate goals and a timeline for delivery of a secure and synchronized quantum network of computers and sensors to address emerging needs of the nation\u2019s infrastructure, specifically secure and efficient information exchange.<\/p>\n

\u201cA quantum-enabled future is expected to embody game-changing technologies and strategies\u2014many that we can\u2019t even envision today,\u201d said Susan Hubbard, ORNL Deputy for Science and Technology. \u201cRealizing this future will require advances and integration across several quantum science and technology fronts. This partnership recognizes each institution\u2019s commitment to contributing to a quantum-enabled future through R&D and the development of a robust quantum workforce.\u201d<\/p>\n

ORNL\u2019s quantum roadmap will require technical advances in quantum science and technology across three multidisciplinary and interconnected priority areas:<\/p>\n