Quantum Technology

Quantum technology

Quantum technology is about being able to control the smallest building blocks of our universe, the quanta. If we can do that, we can solve problems in completely new ways. The technology has great potensial to change things, and IE have researcher that are internationally leading in the field.

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Quantum research at NTNU

We build on 20 years of cryptography, photonic and nano technology research.

We do research within these areas:

Quantum materials
Quantum components
Quantum communication and networking
Quantum safe cryptography
The mathematical foundation for quantum technology
Sensors

We have also a new professorship in quantum algorithms sponsored by DNV.

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Quantum in 1 - 2 - 3

Quantum and quantum technology are something we will hear more about in the coming years. The Norwegian government has recently put NOK 750 millions on the table to strengthen quantum research. But what exactly is quantum? And what can it be used for?

We give you a quantum intro in 1 - 2 - 3. English subtitle available.

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Education

From the autumn 2025 we will offer a new study specialization in Quantum technology and photonics.

Three redesigned courses will offer relevant quantum engineering knowledge:

TFE4172 – Introduction to Quantum Mechanics and Solid State Electronics
TFE4166 – Quantum Optics and Communication
TFE4169 – Nano & Quantum Electronics

Courses already focusing on quantum safe cryptography:

Projects

We are involved in the following new research projects on quantum:

ELLIPTIC – EIC Pathfinder Open (Coordinator)
ToppForsk@IE Cryptography
OffPAD – Optimizing balance between high security and usability
SURCVS – Secure, Usable and Robust Cryptographic Voting Systems

PhD thesis

PhD thesis about quantum safe cryptography:

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