Centre of Excellence for Quantum and Nuclear Technologies launches

The three pillars of C-QuaNT’s activity are quantum technologies, nuclear energy, and high-energy physics. Photo credits: CERN, DKWOC, Patrick Federi/Unsplash
Quantum technologies, nuclear energy, and high-energy physics are the three key areas to be integrated and strengthened by a new research centre established by the Warsaw University of Technology. C-QuaNT will foster, among other things, the collaboration of researchers and educators for implementation purposes, as well as the establishment of strategic partnerships with industry and business.
The Centre being established draws on the extensive expertise and achievements of WUT researchers and engineers. A key project is the development of ion trap-based quantum computing infrastructure at the CEZAMAT laboratory. This cutting-edge facility—led by specialists in advanced electronics, photonics, quantum physics, and experimental systems—remains a cornerstone of WUT’s ongoing research.
C-QuaNT will also strengthen ties with nuclear sector stakeholders.
– High-energy physics involves research in nuclear physics where various nuclear technologies, including radiation detectors, are naturally utilised – explains Prof. Adam Kisiel, Director of C-QuaNT and Rector’s Proxy for Nuclear Energy. – Quantum technologies present exciting opportunities to enhance these areas. Through this synergy, C-QuaNT aims to contribute novel solutions to Poland’s nuclear program.
The Centre’s growth also significantly benefits from the involvement of multidisciplinary research groups in Big Science experiments. The work of our researchers and engineers at leading laboratories such as CERN, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and FAIR/GSI ensures not only research and development opportunities, but also international recognition for Polish science.