University of Sydney will receive the funding through the Australian Centre for Quantum Growth program, following an open competitive grant application process.
The new centre, Quantum Australia, will help grow Australia’s quantum industry by:
- supporting the adoption, progress and commercialisation of quantum technologies
- creating connections across the quantum ecosystem
- educating the broader community on quantum technologies
- championing responsible and inclusive quantum technology development
- strengthening Australia’s position as a global quantum leader.
This funding will help deliver on the National Quantum Strategy and its vision for a thriving quantum industry in Australia.