Photonics for Quantum Program

Quantum computing and simulation:

• photonics-based approaches to qubits
• the use of photonics components and devices in quantum computing and simulation
• optically controlled non-photonic qubit approaches including neutral atom, trapped ion, NV diamond and superconducting qubits
• scalability and error correction schemes
• quantum algorithms and software development
• neuromorphic computing
• quantum memories
• quantum computer architectures
• the use of quantum simulators in drug discovery and designing novel materials
• applications of quantum computers and simulators including those in healthcare, finance, energy and security
• the role of AI/ML in quantum computing and simulation

Quantum sensing, imaging, timing, and precision metrology:

• optical and atomic clock technologies and applications
• sensor devices including gravimeters, accelerometers, and gyroscopes
• imaging devices and solutions
• image processing
• quantum-entanglement enabled imaging
• quantum imaging in turbulent environments
• imaging with undetected photons or imaging at low light levels
• the use of AI/ML in sensing and imaging
• the use of squeezed light in precision metrology
• quantum optics
• quantum holography
• interferometry
• field demonstrations of sensors, imaging systems and precision metrology and timing solutions

Quantum networks and communications:

• free-space and fiber-based solutions
• quantum cryptography
• quantum key distribution methods
• satellite networks and communications
• sources and devices for networks and communications
• approaches for a quantum internet
• the effect of turbulence on free-space communications
• applications of quantum networks and communication including those for banking and finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and security and defense

Quantum materials, devices, and components:

• logic gates
• repeaters
• modulators
• single-photon sources
• detectors
• silicon photonics devices
• photonic integrated circuits
• novel material systems for quantum technologies
• processing, fabrication and scaling of quantum materials
• methods for characterization and testing of quantum materials