The Southeastern Quantum Conference returns with a focus on the core domains that will define tomorrow’s quantum-enabled world. Centered on Scalable Quantum Computing, Co-Designed Quantum Materials, Entanglement-Driven Quantum Networking, Quantum Sensing & Metrology, and Quantum-Safe Security & Cryptography, this year’s program provides a dynamic platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange that advances national strategic priorities in quantum innovation, security, and computing. Oak Ridge National Laboratory invites researchers from across academia, national labs, and industry to converge, share breakthroughs, and accelerate progress across these five entangled themes. The conference seeks to:
Cultivate Cross-Theme Collaboration: Bring together computing architects, materials scientists, network engineers, sensor developers, and cybersecurity experts to seed ideas that span multiple sessions.
Deep-Dive Technical Exchange: Each session features talks, posters, and discussions aimed at transferring practical know-how, from error-mitigation techniques in Scalable Quantum Computing to fabrication strategies in Engineered Quantum Materials.
Bridge Disciplines for Quantum Advantage: Discussions explore how progress in one theme unlocks advances in another, reinforcing the co-design strategy necessary for advancing quantum discovery and innovation.
Accelerate Real-World Deployment: Showcase exemplary results highlighting path-to-impact across every topical theme and cultivate discussions for four understanding both the immense potential and limiting hurdles for advancing quantum technologies.
Build an End-to-End Quantum Innovation Community: Structured interdisciplinary sessions, networking breaks, and poster sessions ensure participants connect with peers in all five topical areas, fostering the multidisciplinary teams and an ecosystem essential for quantum innovation.
