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Title:

Advancing novel mechanisms for quantum-secure communications on existing coherent optical networks

Agreement Number:

976999

Agreement Value:

$41,730.00

Agreement Date:

Aug 30, 2021 - Mar 31, 2022

Description:

The company is extending its research activities in advancing novel mechanisms for quantum-secure communications on existing coherent optical networks. We have identified a need for a Technical Research position that will be used to advance research capabilities and depth of knowledge in the area of Quantum Public Key Envelope (QPKE), which was recently submitted for IP protection. Our aim is to evaluate advancing academic research to industry commercialization for the technology. This project will focus on related research, preliminary design, and subsequently finalizing a potential prototype for a QPKE subsystem. The project will be contained in a controlled industry environment.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1Z 8P9

Reference Number:

172-2021-2022-Q2-976999

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

773512082

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Legal Name:

Quantropi Inc.

Federal Riding Name:

Ottawa Centre

Federal Riding Number:

35075

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Youth Employment Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

334290