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Title:

Primary Mechanical Noise Thermometry

Agreement Number:

1039727

Agreement Value:

$421,247.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 6, 2026 - Mar 31, 2028

Description:

Quantum technologies are poised to be the next revolution in computing, communication, and sensing. With the growing demands of quantum technologies, accurate primary cryogenic thermometry is a valuable market. These technologies generally require low temperatures and subsequently require precise thermometry, yet most thermometers in this temperature range are expensive, complex, inaccurate, or irreproducible. The Project explores primary “quantum correlation thermometers” that reference a mechanical noise temperature to quantum photon shot noise and address the above challenges. The goal is therefore to develop a new electromechanical noise-based thermometer that can be “self-calibrated” and used for measurements below 1 K, where quantum technologies thrive. It will be compared to international temperature standards in collaboration with the NRC metrology team.

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:

Edmonton, Alberta, CA T5J 4P6

Reference Number:

172-2025-2026-Q4-1039727

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

108102831

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Legal Name:

The Governors of the University of Alberta

Federal Riding Name:

Edmonton Centre

Federal Riding Number:

48015

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 - R&D in the physical, engineering and life sciences