100th Anniversary of Quantum Physics

2025 also marks the 100 years of atonal music. Dr. Wu Xiaodong, Founder of Executive Medical Physics Associates, a dedicated publisher and a sought-after lecturer in medical physics and cancer research worldwide, also a lifelong advocate for classical music, has discovered the connection between quantum physics and atonal music. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the two inventions, he worked closely with a young American composer and created a brand new choral symphony, Quantum Odyssey. It consists of 7 acts, and we will perform Act II: The Unveiling of Quantum Laws as the world premiere performance.

This Choral Symphony will be performed by the prestigious tenor and soprano, together with Hong Kong’s famous conductor and its orchestra and choir. Visual presentation created by students of the School of Creative Media of City University will be incorporated throughout the symphony. We aim to promote public participation in celebration of this 100-year event, to encourage science popularization and the understanding of science through music and the arts.

100 Anos da Mecânica Quântica

 A commemorative event of the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics was organized at the Physics Institute of the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, Brazil. A series of colloquia and mini-courses at the student-level, combined with a night event, Pint-of-Science-like, for the general public. No fees, but entrance is limited by the size of the corresponding places.

The 2025 IYQ Quantum Connect Webinar Series

The American Physical Society presents the Quantum Connect Webinar Series in partnership with the Johns Hopkins Science Diplomacy Hub.

Quantum Technology in National Security examines the role of quantum technologies in national defense, including quantum radar, secure communications, and advanced sensing.

Swiss Quantum Week 2025

To mark the 100th anniversary of quantum science and technology, UNESCO has declared 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. As part of this global celebration, members of Swiss academic institutions, the Swiss quantum industry, and science diplomacy and policymaking have come together to launch the Swiss Quantum Week.
Driven by a mission to connect the diverse stakeholders and users of quantum science and technology—from ecosystem builders and policymakers to researchers, students, and entrepreneurs—Swiss Quantum Week builds on the strengths of established, well-attended events such as QIDiS and the GESDA Summit to create a cohesive platform that includes:

• Swissnex Quantum Summit
• Quantum Industry Day in Switzerland
• The annual GESDA Summit
• Open Quantum Institute in-person gathering
• QAI Quantum Hackathon
• A Quantum Outreach Day for families and the general public

Each event is designed for a specific audience, while encouraging cross-sector dialogue and international collaboration. Swiss Quantum Week aims to broaden perspectives, foster meaningful connections, and strengthen the Swiss and global quantum landscape.

Global Range Quantum Networking

In his talk, Dr Sidhu will present recent advances across the quantum networking stack—from hardware and protocols enabling global quantum communications to the role of entanglement distribution and quantum memories. He will also share perspectives on near-term open questions and challenges in the field.

Dr Sidhu is a leading researcher in satellite-based quantum communications and one-shot quantum information theory, working at the forefront of UK’s Quantum Technologies Programme.

 Join us for an exciting discussion on the future of quantum networking!

Workshop: Quantum Algorithms and Applications for Physics and Chemistry

The workshop comprises three tracks, plus a plenary session, including a hands-on introduction to quantum computing and Qiskit, a session on quantum education, and a deep dive into utilizing quantum computation for exploring problems in high-energy physics and chemistry.

This workshop is co-organized by Fermilab’s SQMS Center and IBM, with support from the University of Illinois, Chicago, and the Chicago Quantum Exchange. The event will be hosted at the University of Illinois, Chicago.

Track 1: The introduction to quantum computing and Qiskit track will cover the basics of quantum computing and the Qiskit library, a popular Python library for programming on actual quantum processing units. For those without a sufficient linear algebra background, an optional linear algebra session will be provided.

Track 2: The Quantum Education Track will focus on strategies and tools for teaching quantum computing within physics, computer science, mathematics, and other STEM disciplines. This track is for educators only.

Track 3: The utility-scale quantum computing track is intended for principal investigators, graduate students, and postdocs exploring quantum algorithms and applications research directions using 100+ qubit quantum computers.

Demystifying Quantum Computing: Theory, Technology, and Real-World Applications

Demystifying Quantum Computing: Theory, Technology, and Real-World Applications is an AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy Sponsored Faculty Development Program (FDP) fully funded by the Government of India. Organized by Government Mahila Engineering College Ajmer (Rajasthan), this six-day offline FDP (10–15 November 2025) aims to introduce faculty, researchers, and professionals to the theoretical foundations and hands-on applications of quantum computing. The course features sessions on quantum programming, quantum machine learning, quantum error correction, and real-world use cases using platforms like IBM Quantum and Pennylane.

Eminent experts from IITs, NITs, premier R&D institutions, and industry will guide participants through lectures and practical labs. This government-supported initiative reflects India’s commitment to building capacity in emerging quantum technologies and invites cross-sector participation in shaping the future quantum ecosystem.

Quantum Innovation Week

De 30 de julho a 1º de agosto de 2025, o SENAI CIMATEC sediará um evento estratégico voltado para o engajamento de empresas e organizações dos setores de energia (Óleo & Gás), saúde, governo e defesa, telecomunicações, finanças e tecnologia. O foco será o debate qualificado sobre os riscos atuais e futuros relacionados à segurança da informação — em especial, no contexto de falhas e ataques cibernéticos cada vez mais sofisticados.

A programação contará com a presença do roadshow da EMBRAPII, que apresentará a Rede de Centros de Competência em Tecnologias Quânticas, destacando as atuações dos nove centros que a compõem, com ênfase especial no QuIIN. A iniciativa tem como objetivo ampliar conexões estratégicas, atrair novas empresas parceiras e captar recursos para projetos de Pesquisa, Desenvolvimento e Inovação (PDI), por meio do Programa Prioritário em Informática (PPI).

Serão compartilhadas reflexões e soluções inovadoras voltadas à proteção de dados sensíveis, com destaque para o papel das tecnologias quânticas na mitigação de riscos e fortalecimento da cibersegurança em setores críticos.

– Data: 30/07/2025 a 01/08/2025
– Horário: 9h às 12h | 14h às 17h
– Local: SENAI CIMATEC – Centro de Eventos

International Summer School on Structured Light and Matter

Welcome to the first edition of the International Summer School on Structured Light and Matter, organized by the Unit of Excellence LUMES at the University of Salamanca. The school will take place from July 7 to 11 in Salamanca, Spain.

The Summer School offers a week of intensive, interdisciplinary training in three key areas of current research: structured light, structured matter, and light-matter interaction. The school features 11 courses spread over 36 teaching hours, carefully structured to offer participants an advanced and practical introduction to these topics. The program combines theoretical sessions, practical modules, keynote lectures delivered by international experts, and a special visit to the Center for Pulsed Lasers (CLPU), featuring 21 researchers from the Universidad de Salamanca.

As part of the event, we are pleased to host two plenary sessions delivered by leading international researchers (Open Entry).

Share Your Vision of Light and Quantum Science


Light is one of the most basic and essential parts of the universe. It’s also where the journey into quantum science, the branch of science that studies how the tiniest particles in the universe behave, begins. From the glow of heated objects to the puzzling behavior of tiny particles of light, light has helped us discover how the quantum world works.

Share your visual works on light and quantum science. Selected submissions will be showcased on UNESCO’s website.


Key dates

  • Call opens: 16 May 2025 (International Day of Light)
  • Submission deadline: 16 July 2025
  • Public voting: August 2025
  • Publication of winners: October 2025