Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Transformative magnetic field sensing with scalable quantum technology for global applications
Agreement Number:
1026029
Agreement Value:
$689,995.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 1, 2025 - Mar 30, 2028
Description:
The project focuses on developing an advanced, high-sensitivity magnetic field sensor utilizing a novel quantum material system based on a twodimensional hole gas (2DHG) in compressively strained germanium on silicon (cs-GoS). Magnetic field sensing is essential in various applications, from healthcare and automotive industries to quantum computing and space exploration. Existing sensors, such as those using NV centres, NMR or classical Hall effect technology, have limitations in scalability, stability, cost, and sensitivity. The cs-GoS-based sensors aim to overcome these challenges, offering improved sensitivity, scalability for mass production, and compatibility with ultra-large-scale integration (ULSI) technology. This quantum material promises an unprecedented sensitivity range that could measure magnetic fields from 10s T down to pT levels, surpassing existing solutions. The collaboration between the University of Warwick and NRC Canada ensures a comprehensive approach, combining academic research with industrial-scale manufacturing expertise. This project will lay the foundation for disruptive sensor technology, paving the way for applications in medical imaging, security, electronics, and beyond.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators. In the long term, find collaborative solutions to public policy challenges and create stronger innovation systems.
Location:
COVENTRY, GB
Reference Number:
172-2024-2025-Q4-1026029
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Academia
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Warwick
Program:
Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Program Purpose:
Collaborate on multiparty research and development programs to catalyze transformative, high-risk, high-reward research with the potential for game-changing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs in priority areas.
NAICS Code:
541710