Our Institute brings together quantum experts and leaders from around the world.
Nexus for Quantum Technologies Institute
The University of Ottawa Nexus for Quantum Technologies (NEXQT) Institute is pushing the boundaries of Quantum sensing and imaging, Quantum materials, Quantum communication, Nanofabrication and devices, and
ethics and laws.
ethics and laws.
Developing tomorrow's the talent and technologies
We harness innovative approaches through strong collaborations to advance quantum science and develop technologies adapted to societal needs for security, privacy, equitable access, and economic prosperity.
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Researchers
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Faculties
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Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) Trained
A Nexus of Quantum Innovations
Our Members
Explore our diverse, interdisciplinary members.
Max Planck – uOttawa Centre for Extreme Quantum Photonics
The centre provides a platform for close collaboration and scientific exchange between uOttawa and the Max Planck Society.
Joint Centre for Extreme Photonics
The centre was created by uOttawa and the National Research Council to amplify the photonics research of both organizations.
Nanofabrication (NanoFab) Core Facility
Explore the cutting-edge tools our members have access to.
Recent Publications
Explore the innovative research led by our NEXQT members.Meet our Co-Directors
Ebrahim Karimi
Associate Professor, Faculty of Science
Canada Research Chair in Structured Quantum Waves
Canada Research Chair in Structured Quantum Waves
Recent news
Quantum Research and Training Funding
Quantum Research and Training Funding
uOttawa to push boundaries of quantum research with NSERC grants
With its success in securing multiple prestigious grants, the University of Ottawa is set to further solidify its position as a leading institution in quantum research while breaking new ground in autonomous vehicle technology.
NEXQT Launch
NEXQT Launch
uOttawa takes quantum research to the next level
Building on over 20 years of expertise, the University of Ottawa brings quantum research on its campus to the next level by consolidating its researchers’ talents and skills to create an institute in quantum technologies to build on its research expertise in materials science and photonics – the science that examines the interaction between light and matter.
Early Researchers Award program
Early Researchers Award program
Growing our research teams to advance quantum technologies
Through its Early Researcher Awards (ERA) program, the Government of Ontario provides 5-year grants that support training activities for graduate and undergraduate students, post-doctoral fellows, research associates, and technicians, as well as youth outreach activities and conference travel. In 2022, Professors Adina Luican-Mayer and Jean-Michel Ménard received ERA funding to support their innovative research programs in quantum technologies.
Contact us!
NEXQT Institute
Advanced Research Complex
25 Templeton Street
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
