My Photonic Ship in Riga

The University of Latvia will host two 8-hour-long in-person quantum workshops, “My Photonic Ship,” as part of the Latvian Quantum Initiative project led by Dr. Abuzer Yakaryilmaz from the University of Latvia.

During the workshops, high school and beyond students will explore quantum superposition, conduct photon experiments using simulators and quantum circuits, engage in mathematical and philosophical discussions, and develop a video game integrating quantum superposition. Through these activities, the participants will gain hands-on experience with quantum computing principles and their creative applications.

quantum2025.fr

The aim of this website is to list the events organized in France in connection with the quantum year and to list existing French resources for the general public. The site is collaborative but moderated: anyone can suggest an event or a resource.

The 13th Annual International Hackathon for Social Good (April 25 – 27, 2025)

This year, the NYUAD Hackathon is focusing on one of the most transformative technologies of our time: Quantum Computing (QC), along with the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in advancing QC, while addressing the challenges outlined in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

We are proud to take part in the global celebration activities of the UN’s declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ).

Brilliant Poetry Competition Returns in 2025, Celebrating The International Year of Quantum 

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Entries open on World Poetry Day – 21 March 2025

Edinburgh, Thursday 13th March 2025. The Brilliant Poetry Competition is back for its second year, celebrating the rich connections between science and poetry. Following the success of the inaugural competition, which drew 375 entries from 36 countries, the 2025 edition aims to be even more ambitious, fostering creative exploration of quantum themes.

The initiative is led by Professor Sam Illingworth, science poetry academic at Edinburgh Napier University, and Kylie Ahern, publisher of The Brilliant – a world-leading science communication platform – and CEO of STEM Matters.

This year, the competition proudly aligns with the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ 2025), marking a century since the foundations of quantum mechanics. Poets are invited to engage with the wonders of quantum science, alongside any other scientific themes that inspire them.

A Platform for Science-Inspired Poetry

“The best poetry, like the best science, is about curiosity, observation, and making sense of the world in new ways,” said Professor Sam Illingworth. “Brilliant (Quantum) Poetry is a space for writers to explore science with both wonder and precision, creating work that resonates across disciplines.”

“We were astounded by the emotional depth and creative ingenuity in last year’s entries,” said Kylie Ahern. “The links between the arts and sciences are undeniable – both demand innovation, imagination, and a deep engagement with the unknown. We cannot wait to see how poets bring quantum science and other fields to life through verse.”

Meet the Judges

This year’s competition features an esteemed panel of judges, including Diego Golombek, an internationally recognised biologist, science communicator, and award-winning author. Golombek, who has long championed the intersection of science and culture, brings a unique perspective to evaluating work that bridges scientific thought with poetic expression.

Prizes and Key Dates

The Brilliant (Quantum) Poetry Competition is free to enter and open to writers worldwide.

  • Submissions open: 21 March 2025 (World Poetry Day)
  • Deadline: 20 June 2025
  • Prizes: £1,000 for first place, £500 for second, £250 for third. Winning poems will be published and featured in a live online reading event.

For further information:

Europe
Professor Sam Illingworth, Edinburgh Napier University
📞 +44 (0) 7886 238 517
📧 S.Illingworth@napier.ac.uk

USA/Asia/Australia
Kylie Ahern, STEM Matters
📞 +61 (0) 416 196 942
📧 kylie@stemmatters.com.au

Join us in celebrating the fusion of science and poetry – where words meet wonder.

Quantum Art Festival　3/4

The Quantum Festival of the Arts (Qfes) will be held online from Monday, March 10 to Friday, March 14, 2025. This year, the third annual event will feature a total of nine webinars for quantum beginners, professionals, and students. Everyone is welcome to attend from the comfort of their home or office. The theme is to explore the quantum world from both scientific and artistic perspectives, and to demonstrate the potential of quantum technology in future society. In addition to dialogues between Japanese and international researchers and artists and introductions of their projects, there will also be presentations of interactive artworks expressing quantum behavior.

Quantum Book Club

A series of events to learn about the scientists who were the main contributors to the development of quantum mechanics through reading and discussing Thirty Years that Shook Physics: The Story of Quantum Theory by George Gamow. The club meets on Thursdays (March 6, 20, and 27 and April 3, 10, 17, and 24).

The Quantum Fest

As we celebrate the UNESCO International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics, The Physical Society of Japan(JPS) will hold a “Quantum Fest”.
This festival is a new attempt by JPS to allow everyone to experience the quantum world while having fun. In addition to lectures and exhibitions by researchers, we will conduct an innovative initiative that combines “quantum and music”. With a symphony that is created with an inspiration of the notion of quantum, people can “experience” the wonder of quantum through music.

Event Content

  • Lectures on quantum mechanics and its applications by quantum experts.
  • Exhibition of quantum technology with special commentary on quantum and physics by Miraikan’s science communicators.
  • Musical concerts combining quantum and music.

What the Quant?!

The special exhibition “What the Quant?!” at the Knowledge Museum of the University of Göttingen explores the formulation of quantum mechanics in 1925 and takes a look at the present day. The exhibition illustrates how scientists at the University of Göttingen worked together and presents their work in an international research context. It shows which financial, political and social circumstances made their scientific breakthrough possible and which technological developments were based on quantum theory.

Hands-on experiments on quantum physics illustrate that the way the world works at an atomic level is different from what we perceive and experience. The exhibition features examples where quantum technologies are currently in use. Games and theatre sequences developed by youths, as well as artworks, invite visitors to explore the world of quantum mechanics in the Forum Wissen.

European Researcher’s Night Slovakia

European Researcher’s Night is the biggest science festival in Slovakia, and it brings news from the world of research and innovation in an inspiring and unique way.

The festival is traditionally held on the last Friday of September in Bratislava, Košice, Banská Bystrica, Žilina, Poprad, and other accompanying locations. The day-long program (9 am to 11 pm) offers a series of scientific presentations, discussions, experiments, workshops, technological attractions and so much more!

What 2025 holds

The scientific community is increasingly confronting the limitations of traditional predictive models and linear approaches in analyzing complex systems. Chaos, once understood as a synonym for disorder, is now seen as an inherent property of dynamic processes, where sensitivity to initial conditions and nonlinearity determine their evolution. Instead of perceiving uncertainty as an obstacle, we can interpret it as a catalyst for scientific discoveries and technological innovations.

Last year’s theme of complexity highlighted the interdisciplinary connections in research. This year, as part of the Night of Science, we will explore chaos as a fundamental mechanism of adaptation, evolution, and transformation in various systems. The event will open discussions on how scientific disciplines approach uncertainty and nonlinearity and what paradigmatic shifts these phenomena imply.

Quantum Physics and Chaos: Uncertainty as an Epistemological and Technological Imperative

At the quantum level, uncertainty is a fundamental property of systems. Quantum fluctuations, state superposition, and wave function collapse challenge classical notions of predictability and deterministic understanding of reality. Quantum physics thus provides a natural link between chaotic phenomena and the emergence of new orders, where uncertainty becomes a source of technological innovations.

The International Year of Quantum Science and Technology 2025 offers a unique opportunity to explore the relationship between chaotic processes and quantum mechanics. Quantum algorithms utilize chaotic behavior to solve nonlinear problems, while quantum communication protocols introduce new standards of security and efficiency in information transmission.

Chaos in Nature and Society: Mechanisms of Stability and Transformation

In natural systems, chaos does not merely represent entropy but also stabilization and emergent organization. From climate processes and ecosystem interactions to neural networks and evolutionary mechanisms – nonlinear dynamics lead to the formation of self-organizing structures and adaptive strategies.

Similar principles apply to social and technological systems. Financial markets, digital networks, and information ecosystems exhibit chaotic behavioral patterns, where even minimal perturbations significantly influence global outcomes. This presents challenges for modeling, regulating, and managing complex systems.

Night of Science 2025 will offer an interdisciplinary perspective on the connection between chaos, quantum technologies, natural phenomena, and social dynamics. We will explore how uncertainty shapes innovation processes and what epistemological and technological implications we can extrapolate for a better future. Chaos is not just a challenge – it represents a potential key to new scientific paradigm shifts.

Quantum Jubilee

At Quantum Jubilee, a family-friendly public event, enjoy an immersive experience with engaging performances, science demonstrations, and flash talks that highlight the wonders of quantum physics.

The event features three exciting on-stage segments

Quantum Harmonies showcases Tinguely Entangled, a multimedia performance exploring the concept of entanglement through the fusion of art and science.

Quantum Journeys invites you on an adventure with Quantum Voyages, an exciting tale across multiple quantum realms, followed by an exploration of quantum marvels aboard the International Space Station.

Quantum Celebrations will take you on a captivating journey from subatomic particles to the cosmos, featuring multimedia performances, interactive demonstrations, and a mesmerizing finale by the LA-based circus, Le PeTiT CiRqUe. The venue also houses quantum exhibits, including art and science installations and an escape room for hands-on immersion.

Quantum Jubilee is the kick-off event for a week-long special IYQ festival, QuantumFest, taking place at the American Physical Society’s Global Physics Summit in Anaheim, March 16-21, 2025.

Registration is needed. Reserve your ticket for free here