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100 YEARS OF QUANTUM
IS JUST THE BEGINNING

The 2025 International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) recognizes 100 years since the initial development of quantum mechanics. Join us in engaging with quantum science and technology and celebrating throughout the year!

Cali, Colombia
Oct 17
Cumbre 2025: Simbiosis Digital: Convergencia de Tecnolog...
Geneva, Switzerland
Oct 17
–Oct 19
Quantum Computing Hackathon at Swiss Quantum Week
Thiruvananthapuram, Karela, In...
Oct 17
Quantum Computing 0 to 1 Workshop
Geneva, Switzerland
Oct 17
Quantum Computing Hackathon
Chicago, Illinois, United Stat...
Oct 18
APS Division of Nuclear Physics Meeting
Verona, Italy
Oct 18
Symposium - Quantum Science and Technology in Healthcare
Agia Paraskevi, Greece
Oct 18
The Small & the Random: A Day Conference of Science ...
Haikou, China
Oct 19
16th Asia Pacific Physics Conference (APPC16)
Haikou, Chine
Oct 19
16e conférence Asie-Pacifique de physique (APPC16)
Haikou, China
Oct 19
16ª Conferencia de Física de Asia y el Pacífico (APPC16)
Popayán, Colombia
Oct 20
VIII Congreso Nacional de Ingeniería Física y III Intern...
Virtual
Oct 20
APS Quantum Connect Webinar Series Quantum Computing: Tr...

What Is IYQ?

Recognizing the importance of quantum science and the need for wider awareness of its past and future impact, dozens of national scientific societies gathered together to support marking 100 years of quantum mechanics with a U.N.-declared international year. 

On June 7, 2024, the United Nations proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ). According to the proclamation, this year-long, worldwide initiative will “be observed through activities at all levels aimed at increasing public awareness of the importance of quantum science and applications.”

Anyone, anywhere can participate in IYQ by helping others to learn more about quantum on this centennial occasion, participating in or organizing an IYQ event, or simply taking the time to learn more about quantum science and technology.

Latest News

Around the world, individuals, universities, research institutions, scientific societies, governments, and industry are celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science & Technology. Visit the Newsroom for the latest IYQ news and IYQ-approved media resources.

Oct 16
The 2025 Brilliant Poetry Competition Shortlisted Poems: Marie Vibbert
Poem by Marie Vibbert
Nobel Prize, Quantum Science
Oct 16
How 100 Years of Quantum Mechanics Led to the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physic...
Paul Caden-Zimansky
Oct 09
Brilliant Poetry: A Global Celebration of Quantum Wonder
Sam Illingworth

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Join the movement bringing Quantum Science and Technology to audiences worldwide. Use our hashtags for a chance to be featured on our platforms!

#IYQ2025

#QuantumCurious

#QuantumFuture

#QuantumYear

#STEMEducation

Quantum Resource Library

Individuals and organizations are encouraged to share. Visit the Quantum Resource Library for the latest IYQ news.

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IYQ Partners

Thank you to all of our partners for making IYQ 2025 a reality! Visit the Partners Page to view the full list of IYQ partners, sponsors, and supporters.

Leading Partners

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Founding Partners

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