SOLID STATE & QUANTUM PHYSICS

The Solid State and Quantum Physics (SSQP) research program conducts experimental and theoretical research focused on fundamental research and enabling technologies of quantum devices, cryogenic measurements, materials science, and associated information theory. Our research groups are active in the broad research community and collaborate with academia, industry, and national laboratories.

The Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS) Qubit Collaboratory (LQC) is hosting a workshop on gaps in postsecondary quantum education and training. At this free, online workshop, speakers from academia, government, and the private sector will share what is being done to develop the quantum workforce at the undergraduate, graduate, and career levels. We will identify gaps and needs in educational and training activities in order to move toward a larger, broader, and more inclusive quantum workforce.

Date of Event:  Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Time of Event:  9:00am – 4:00pm, EST
Where: Online via Zoom
Cost: FREE

EXTERNAL PROGRAMS

Since 1995, LPS has funded the quantum computing research community worldwide. LPS, in partnership with the Army Research Office, funds a broad array of quantum computing and related research, including these programs:

• HiPS (High Performance Superconducting Qubit Systems) 
• QiS (Qubits in Silicon Program)
• SHiFT (Stable High Fidelity Trapped Ion Systems) 
• QCISS (Quantum Characterization of Intermediate-Scale Systems)
• NEQST (New & Emerging Qubit Science & Technology) 
• CQTS (Cross-Quantum Technology Systems)

COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH

The LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC) is a national Quantum Information Science Research Center hosted at the Laboratory for Physical Sciences at the University of Maryland, College Park. The LQC pursues disruptive qubit research, innovative workforce development programs, and deep, collaborative partnerships to tackle some of the hardest open problems in quantum information science and technologyqubitcollaboratory.org

LABORATORY RESEARCH

For over 20-years LPS researchers have addressed fundamental challenges in quantum computing and solid-state physics. Our technical expertise and laboratory investments focus on the following research:

• Applied materials physics including epitaxial materials, atomistic fabrication, and defects in superconducting devices.
• Experimental quantum device fabrication and measurement using superconductor and semiconductor qubit devices.
• Quantum Information and device theory to propose new quantum devices and algorithms for quantum information science.

We are looking for University of Maryland students interested in Research Assistantships
at The Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS). Come meet LPS Advisors, learn about LPS Research Facilities, and consider conducting your graduate research at LPS! Questions
about this event, please contact lqc@lps.umd.edu.

Date of Event:  Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Time of Event:  12:00 – 2:00pm, EST
Where: Online (Link to be provided after registration)

SUMMER 2021

The Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS) Qubit Collaboratory (LQC) is hosting a Summer of Quantum Workshop for rising undergraduate seniors and graduate students enrolled in physics and engineering programs. Leading quantum scientists will provide a two-week introduction to quantum computing from algorithms to physical implementations. The workshop will include quantum tutorials, interactive, hands-on projects, and virtual lab tours. The goal of the workshop is to provide an onramp for interested students into quantum information science. Registration is limited!  Click “Learn More” now to apply before the June 15th deadline.