Quantum Delta NL

🌟 Message from the QDNL Board 🌟     Dear friends,     We are delighted to share that the Dutch National Growth Fund (NGF) has awarded the third phase of the QDNL programme, releasing the final portion of the €615 million funding allocated in 2021. 🚀🎉 As the QDNL board, we see this as a significant endorsement of the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in the Dutch Quantum ecosystem and our friends in ecosystems abroad. The NGF committee's decision to award these funds was based on the conclusions of an independent midterm review committee, our plans for phase 3, and an interview the NGF had with us.       We have achieved remarkable progress in our pursuit of the QDNL ambitions. Here's what we've accomplished together:     • Hundreds of new jobs in quantum 🧑🔬   • Advancements in quantum science 🔬   • New educational levels🎓   • Fostered industry opportunities 🤝   • Attracted international talent ✨  • Led on the global stage, with a highlight being our hosting of the Multilateral Dialogue on Quantum with thirteen other nations 🌍   • United our community through events and the House of Quantum initiative 🏠      These accomplishments demonstrate that our ecosystem approach has proven successful. As a result, the Netherlands’ prestige in the quantum field is being globally recognized, confirmed by the strong interest in collaboration and joint investment programmes from countries like France and Germany.    While the NGF advisory committee has praised our impressive progress, the rapid advancement in quantum technology and competitive investments worldwide remind us of the need for continued focus and collaboration.     As we enter this next phase, we will:     • Focus on economic activities 📈   • Attract national and international investors 💼   • Develop Quantum Delta NL to be future-ready 🔮   • Balance efforts across science, industry, and startups ⚙️     In the coming months, we will incorporate the positive and constructive feedback from the NGF advisory committee to refine our plans for phase 3. We look forward to advancing into this next phase of our programme with all of you. Enjoy the summer season! ☀️     On behalf of the QDNL team,      The QDNL Board: Philippe Bouyer, Pieter de Witte, and Jesse Robbers 

We have a few spots left for the first edition of Quantum Delta NL's Quantum Policy Academy happening on October 9-10, 2024! 🌟 Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/e2y8nGC8

🌟 Exciting News for Quantum Delta NL! 🌐 We are thrilled to announce that Quantum Delta NL has secured a €273 million investment from the Nationaal Groeifonds for the third phase of the QDNL programme. This brings the total funding awarded by the Dutch government to QDNL to €615 million. Looking back at the previous years, we have built a strong ecosystem and community, with the midterm review recognizing QDNL as a globally iconic project. As we embark on Phase 3, our mission remains steadfast: to accelerate scientific advancements, drive commercialization, and grow the quantum economy for long-term societal impact. The €273 million investment will propel us forward in achieving these goals. 🚀  For more details, read the full article on our website: 🔗English version: https://lnkd.in/e_vdPq_T 🔗Dutch version: https://lnkd.in/e7DGK5ju Ministerie van Economische Zaken Pieter de Witte Philippe Bouyer Jesse Robbers Mayra van Houts Thijs Brehm #QuantumDeltaNL #NationalGrowthFund  #QuantumTechnology  

🌐 How does geopolitics impact the quantum sector? As a quantum company, do you wonder how geopolitics impact the growing quantum economy - now and in the future? What to expect from industrial policy choices in different countries? What is the role of export control, investment screening and knowledge security? What does the China-US rivalry mean for quantum start-ups? 📝 Sign up for the first edition of Quantum Delta NL's Quantum Policy Academy on October 9-10 2024. We offer a 1-day training that will get you up to speed with policy developments around quantum technology; and help you align your business strategy in a complex policy & regulatory landscape. Learn more about this training programme and register here: https://lnkd.in/e2y8nGC8. Stefan Koreneef Franklin Walvius Alexander Heinrich Alexandra Beckstein Camille Grotenbreg Infinity QD Ton van 't Noordende Cathal J. Mahon Jon Wingborg Thierry Botter Jesse Robbers Neil Abroug Kenzo Bounegta House of Quantum European Quantum Industry Consortium (QuIC) Quantum Business Network (QBN) The International Center for Future Generations - ICFG European Policy Centre Damien GROMIER France Quantum Dr. Mira Wolf-Bauwens Dr. Ulrich Mans

🌟 Exciting news! 🌟 This fall, from September 30th to October 4th, we are organizing a mission to the Canadian quantum ecosystem 🇨🇦. The mission will include visits to key quantum hubs in Canada, including Toronto, Waterloo (Quantum Valley), and Sherbrooke (Institut Quantique). There are still a few spots available!   This visit is being organized by the innovation departments of the Netherlands embassies in Canada and the US, in collaboration with Quantum Delta NL.   ✉ If you're interested in joining, please reach out to [email protected] by Friday, July 19th.   Mayra van Houts, Anna Grace Grashuis, Dr. Ulrich Mans, Liran Naaman, Julia Feddersen, Jesse Robbers, Josepha van Kollenburg, Hugo Gelevert, Sean Silbert, Wouter F., Amanda Naaum, Quantum Delft, House of Quantum, Daniel Howell, Wieteke de Boer, Michelle Willebrands, Tim Stegwee, Christian Schaffner, Pepijn Pinkse, Lennart de Vreede

📣 Exciting Kick-off at the European Quantum Technology Summer School! 🌟 This morning, the European Quantum Technology Summer School officially launched with great enthusiasm! We are thrilled to welcome 50 eager students from three different countries, all ready to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of quantum. 🎉 The day began at the University of Strasbourg with the registration of our enthusiastic students at 8 AM, followed by opening speeches from Guido Pupillo and Franck Balestro from Quant Edu France, Christian Tobeck from EIN Quantum NRW and Marten Teitsma of Quantum Delta NL. Our journey into quantum tech began with an inspiring lecture from Richard Versluis, who spoke about engineering for quantum. Following him, Elina Fuchs captivated the audience with her insights into quantum sensing. And this is just the beginning! Throughout the week, students will learn from experts like Quintin Ficheux, Ferdinand Schmidt-Kaler, Subhasree Patro and Ramona Wolf. Tomorrow promises even more excitement with a speed-networking event featuring startups like QuantWare, Pasqal, Quobly, QPerfect, Quandela, Alice & Bob, eleQtron GmbH, Noisy Labs and Cybersec-DMS. 👏 Good luck to all students and a special thanks to the team making this happen: Ilse Geurts, Marten Teitsma, Sohan Vartak, Youma MUCRET, Franck Balestro, Christian Tobeck, Sibylle Belaud, Dominique Sugny, Liran Naaman, Benedikt-Sebastian Mehmel, Natalie Rotermund, Giuseppe Di Molfetta, John van de Wetering, Kerstin Borras, Leo Kouwenhoven, Marc Assmann and Nadia Haider. 💡 This project is part of our trilateral programme with France and Germany. #QDNL #QuantumWithoutBorders #QuantumTech #SummerSchool Fondation Jean-Marie Lehn

Freeke Heijman-te Paske Heijman-Te Paske, Director of Ecosystem Development, is leaving Quantum Delta NL (QDNL). Freeke founded the organization in 2020 along with Ronald Hanson and Jesse Robbers and played a key role in obtaining the award from the Dutch National Growth Fund. After 10 years of being active in the quantum space, at QDNL, QuTech, and the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate, Freeke has decided to start a new chapter and has resigned from her role as a board member. On this occasion, Carlo Beenakker, Chair of the Supervisory Board comments: "Freeke is a true pioneer and advocate without whom QDNL would never be where we are today. We are grateful for her tireless efforts and will miss her creativity, focus on results and vision. We wish her the best of luck and success in her future career. Her duties will be taken over by the remaining members of the board and the rest of the team." On behalf of the QDNL Board and Programme Office Team, we wish Freeke all the best as she pursues new adventures! Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eqp6Vx7A.

🌟 What an incredible, energizing start we had at Nodes!🌟 At our Nodes of One Network event, during Quantum Meets, we kicked off with such a fun icebreaker: our Random Badge Exchange. 350 participants were handed a random name badge and had to find the person whose badge they had, while also tracking down their own badge by mingling and connecting with others. Within just 10 minutes, everyone had succeeded in finding their badge and meeting new people along the way. 🎉 This fun activity not only broke the ice but also set the perfect tone for the day. It encouraged teamwork, initiated conversations, and fostered a sense of community right from the start. 🫶 Of course, our guests were not on their own in this. Following our 'Nobody Stands Alone' policy, our ‘superconnectors’ were on hand, ensuring everyone felt included and had the support they needed to start connecting. Welcome to the quantum community! 🚀🌐✨ #QuantumMeets #QM24 #QDNL #NodesOfOne #QuantumCommunity #Collaboration #NobodyStandsAlone Shahar Graf Caspar de Kler Juliette de la Rie ☀️ Ilona van der Rijt Thijs Brehm

✨Yesterday we celebrated the opening of the Quantum Delta Leiden field lab! 💡The field lab is focused on developing low-temperature quantum Scanning Probe Microscopy (qSPM), also known as quantum microscopy, and comprises a testbed for qSPM in a cryogen-free dilution refrigerator. 🚀 The facility, powered by Quantum Delta NL, is now available to companies, end-users, researchers and educators in the area to explore applications of qSPM in quantum metrology for quantum computing, semicon computing, and pharmaceutics, thus forming a crucial part of the Leiden ecosystem. 👏 Congratulations to the teams at Onnes Technologies, Leiden Cryogenics, and Leiden Spin Imaging for making this happen! And a special thanks to Max Kouwenhoven, Arlette de Waard, Clara I. Osorio Tamayo, and Philippe Bouyer for highlighting the significance of this milestone.

During Quantum Meets ’24, together with the European Quantum Industry Consortium (QuIC), we hosted two unforgettable networking dinners after the Q-Expo days and all photos are now available! Night 1: Global Leaders Dinner We kicked off with an exclusive private dinner in the heart of Amsterdam, uniting thought leaders, global quantum frontrunners, policymakers, end-users, and representatives from various national programmes. The conversations were inspiring and set the stage for future collaborations. This evening was organized by Anna Grace Grashuis 👏. A special thank you to the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency for their support in realizing this special evening! 📸: https://lnkd.in/g6u7KcRS Night 2: Quantum Meets the Q-Expo Networking Dinner The second evening we hosted an open-to-all networking event, where Q-Expo exhibitors and visitors came together to celebrate the conclusion of two fantastic days. It was a night of shared ideas, new connections, and a lot of fun! 📸: https://lnkd.in/gBfGmUsZ Thank you to everyone who joined us and made these evenings so special! All photos by Rebbeka Mell. #QuantumMeets #QM24 #QExpo #QDNL #QuantumDeltaNL #QuIC