We are excited to invite you to the official launch of the Quantum Informatics CDT (QI CDT), a new Centre for Doctoral Training funded by EPSRC. This event marks the beginning of a collaborative programme that will train the next generation of researchers at the cutting edge of quantum technologies.

📅 Wednesday, 10th December
🕛 09:30 to 15:00
📍 Room G.07, Informatics Forum (University of Edinburgh)

The CDT brings together expertise from across computer science, physics, engineering and mathematics, working closely with industry partners to push the boundaries of what’s possible in quantum hardware, software and applications. We aim to create a vibrant community where doctoral students, academics and industry professionals can come together to learn, innovate and explore how quantum informatics can tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges.

At the launch, you will hear about our vision and the opportunities ahead, meet the people driving the CDT, including our students, our Supervisory Network, our industry partners, and connect with others who share an interest in the future of quantum research and innovation. We hope you will join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter.

QI CDT Launch Event Programme Agenda* 

Arrival & Registration
09:30 – 10:00

Welcome & Introduction
Prof Helen Hastie (Head of School of Informatics) and Prof Chris Henuen (QI CDT Director)
10:10 – 10:30

Keynote 1: Prof Harry Buhrman
Chief Scientist at Quantinuum and Professor at the University of Amsterdam
10:30 – 11:30 

Short Research Talks
Select members of the CDT's Supervisory Network
11:30 – 12:00

Networking Lunch
Including Student Posters
12:00 – 13:00

Keynote 2: Dr Christa Zoufal
Quantum Research Scientist at IBM (a QI CDT industry partner) and a QI CDT Student Supervisor
13:00 – 14:00

Closing Remarks & Networking
14:00 – 15:00

*Subject to minor changes