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2025: International year of quantum

Imperial is a world‑leading university. To mark 100 years since the birth of quantum mechanics, we are highlighting some of our key quantum research.

The Imperial Centre for Quantum Engineering, Science and Technology

Microscope images of chiral layers of carbon based polymers for light emitting diodes. Supplied by Dr Jess Wade.

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Quantum work by Imperial

Engineering

QuEST research honoured at IEEE Quantum Week

Campus and community

Imperial quantum experts appointed to the UK Quantum Strategic Advisory Board

Cross-faculty

Quantum for health research funded by QuEST

Engineering

Imperial’s Year of Quantum

As the International Year of Quantum draws to a close, Provost and Deputy President Professor Peter Haynes celebrates Imperial’s efforts in advancing quantum research, training, and enterprise throughout 2025.

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£11.34 million gift to propel advances in environmental research

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The Duke of Edinburgh celebrates innovation at Commonwealth Startup Fellowship bootcamp in Ghana

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