VIII Congreso Nacional de Ingeniería Física y III International Applied Physics, Engineering, and Innovation Conference

This year, 2025, we celebrate 30 years of the physics engineering program in Colombia. Three decades dedicated to shaping curious, creative minds capable of transforming the world through applied science. Moreover, this year we also commemorate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. In this context, we are pleased to welcome you to the 8th National Congress of Physics Engineering and the 3rd Applied Physics, Engineering, and Innovation Conference (APEIC), to be held in the city of Popayán, where the program was founded at the University of Cauca.

This is a space to share knowledge, connect ideas, and build solutions. Here, students, researchers, professors, and professionals from across the country will gather, united by a common passion: physics, engineering, and innovation. You will find keynote talks by experts in different fields of physics, specialized workshops, and networking opportunities that will foster collaboration and the exchange of knowledge.

Encuentro de Física

The Physics Meeting is an academic event organized biennially since 1989 by the Department of Physics at Escuela Politécnica Nacional. In its 19th edition, the Meeting will be held in person in the city of Quito from September 15 to 19, 2025.

This event is aimed at researchers, professors, students, and professionals connected to various branches of physics, with the objective of sharing research results, exchanging educational experiences, and strengthening the scientific community at national and international levels.

Optics and Its Applications in Quantum Technologies

The advancement of optical science and quantum technologies represents a key area of modern physics with applications in quantum communication, computation, and sensing. International collaboration in these fields is essential for fostering knowledge exchange, innovation, and interdisciplinary research. Given the strong expertise in optics and quantum physics in Germany and Armenia, this binational WE-Heraeus seminar presents a unique opportunity to build synergies between researchers in both countries.

Armenia has a rich tradition in optical and quantum research, with strong contributions in theoretical physics, laser technologies, and photonics. With this seminar, we aim to promote scientific cooperation, strengthen academic ties, and create a platform for discussing recent developments in fundamental and applied optics with a special focus on quantum technologies.

SnT2025

As the eighth event in the CTBT: Science and Technology Conference series, SnT2025 will bring together well over 1000 scientists, technologists, academics, students, and delegates from the CTBTO’s policy-making organs. In addition, representatives from the fields of research and development, science diplomacy, science advisory, media, and advocacy are invited to attend the conference.
On Wednesday, Quantum Day – the program will feature keynotes by Jan-Theodoor Janssen and Vladimír Bůžek.

SnT2025 is scheduled to take place at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna, Austria, and online to create a worldwide inclusive conference with the objective of gathering global support.

QCORE Quantum Technologies Open House

The public is invited to learn about QCORE, Montana State University’s Applied Quantum CORE, and its efforts to advance quantum research, technology innovation, entrepreneurship, and education. Come anytime between 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm to meet QCORE’s quantum scientists and engineers; see the only quantum computers in the state of Montana; take part in family-friendly STEM activities; view quantum-inspired artworks; and learn more about Montana’s future in quantum computing, sensing, and communications.

Free parking is available.
For more information, visit MSU or contact QuantumEducation@montana.edu

From Quanta to the Future: History and Achievements of Quantum Mechanics

«From Quanta to the Future: History and Achievements of Quantum Mechanics» is a special event organized within the framework of the International Year of Quantum Science & Technology (IYQ). This one-day hybrid program will guide participants through the fascinating journey of quantum mechanics — from its origins in the early 20th century to its groundbreaking technological applications today.


The event will cover key historical milestones such as Planck’s solution to the ultraviolet catastrophe, Einstein’s explanation of the photoelectric effect, Bohr’s atomic model, and the development of wave and matrix mechanics by Schrödinger and Heisenberg. It will then highlight major achievements, including the uncertainty principle, quantum electrodynamics, and experimental confirmation of quantum entanglement.


Finally, the program will showcase transformative applications — from semiconductors and lasers to medical imaging and quantum computing — offering a forward-looking discussion on the next quantum revolution and its impact on science, industry, and society.


By combining historical insight, scientific depth, and a vision for the future, this event aims to inspire curiosity, foster understanding, and promote engagement in the field of quantum science and technology.

Q3 American Physical Society Community Meetup

The American Physical Society (APS) Austin Meetup on Thursday, September 11, 2025, will feature a panel discussion titled “The Race to Scale: Which Quantum Technologies Will Win Which Applications, and Why?” Experts in quantum hardware will explore the leading platforms in computing, networking, and sensing, as well as the state of quantum error correction for commercial applications.

The event provides an opportunity to gain insights into the future of quantum technologies and their practical implications across various industries. This gathering will bring together academia, industry leaders, and innovators for a discussion on the advancements shaping the quantum landscape. Here is the website, and registration is open:

Quantum Computing in Industry

Abstract

Quantum computing promises to revolutionise certain aspects of computing, leaving many people with plenty of questions. In this talk, I will discuss how we have applied quantum computing to industry use cases and share the lessons learned to better inform people when they should and shouldn’t look to quantum computing as a solution to industry problems.

Biography

Rivan is a PhD researcher in the Institute for Quantum Computing Analysis at Forschungszentrum Jülich under Frank Wilhelm-Mauch and Tobias Stollenwerk. He completed his undergraduate and MSc at the University of Cape Town under the supervision of Jonathan Shock. His research focuses on quantum algorithms for machine learning and kernel methods in quantum computing.

Celebration of 100 years of Quantum Mechanics in São Carlos Tribute to the Life and Work of Dan Kleppner

This year, quantum mechanics celebrates its 100th anniversary. Join us at the Physics Institute of São Carlos of the University of São Paulo to celebrate.

We also take the opportunity to celebrate the life and work of our good friend Dan Kleppner, who passed away this year. Dan was one of the founding fathers of modern atomic physics and an inspiration to many generations of scientists working with atoms and light in the realm of quantum mechanics.