Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Microwave-photon transducer based on spin qubits and superconducting resonators
Agreement Number:
1040767
Agreement Value:
$544,500.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 20, 2026 - Jul 30, 2029
Description:
A quantum network seeks to coherently connect small quantum devices together to solve useful problems that are not accessible with current quantum computing technologies. The leading quantum computing technology relies on superconducting quantum circuits operating in the microwave regime. The most advanced quantum communication technology required to connect quantum devices over distances is quantum photonics. The project will lay the groundwork for a quantum transducer capable of connecting superconducting quantum devices over a quantum photonic network. The hardware involves spins in semiconductors, a quantum technology proven to operate in both the microwave and optical domains which, therefore, is ideal for this application, but dual operation has not yet been demonstrated.
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:
Sherbrooke, Quebec, CA J1K 2R1
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1040767
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
108161076
Recipient Type:
Academia
Recipient's Legal Name:
Université de Sherbrooke
Federal Riding Name:
Sherbrooke
Federal Riding Number:
24072
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