QPoland Global Quantum Hackathon 2025

Goals

  • Driving innovation in quantum computing.
  • Elevating skills in quantum mechanics.
  • Encouraging cross-disciplinary collaboration.
  • Utilizing advanced technology for positive social impact.

Escuela-Congreso 100 De Revolución Cuántica

Congreso y Escuela de Tecnología, Computación y Metrología Cuántica 2025, un evento que reunió a investigadores, profesionales y estudiantes para dialogar sobre los avances más recientes en tecnología, computación y metrología cuántica.

Durante el encuentro se abordaron temas clave sobre innovación, medición cuántica, desarrollo científico y aplicaciones tecnológicas, impulsando el conocimiento y la colaboración entre comunidades académicas y profesionales.

💙 En MB Metrología estamos orgullosos de haber participado en esta Escuela-Congreso como colaboradores y parte de la red organizadora, contribuyendo al fortalecimiento del conocimiento y la difusión de la ciencia y la metrología cuántica.

🔬 Acompáñanos a revivir los momentos más destacados de esta experiencia que conecta la ciencia, la tecnología y la precisión.

Quantum Optics School

In celebration of the International Year of Quantum, the International Commission for Optics, ICO, in cooperation with the Ibero-American Optics Network, RIAO, and the Universidad Privada Boliviana, with the support of the IEEE Photonics Society, IPS, organizes an International School about Quantum Optics in parallel with the RIAO-OPTILAS 2025 conference, the flagship event for optics and photonics in the Iberian-American region, from November 17 to 21, 2025, at the Santa Cruz de la Sierra Campus of the Universidad Privada Boliviana.

In an active, interactive, open, casual, and friendly atmosphere, world-renowned scholars and researchers will address Quantum and Quantum Optics from the very basics to some more advanced topics, both theoretical and experimental or applied, including industrial application examples.

Program

Monday 8:30-10:00. The History of Quantum
Efrain Solarte, Universidad del Valle, Colombia
30+10min

From Semi-Classical to Quantum Theory: Understanding Atom-Field Interactions
Imrana Ashraf Zahid, Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan
30+10min (online)

Tuesday 8:30-10:00. How to use quantum optics for non-linear optics
Humberto Michinel, University of Vigo, Spain
30+10min

Basics of Photoacoustic Spectroscopy and Its Application in Environmental Monitoring Processes
Abdul Rahman, University of Szeged, Hungary.
30+10min (online)

Wednesday 8:30-10:00. Precision measurement in optics and quantum optics
John Howell, Chapman University, USA
30+15min

Optical quantum communications
Yaseera Ismail, Stellenbosch University, South Africa.
30+15min

Thursday 8:45-10:00. An Introduction to High Harmonic Generation and Attosecond Laser Pulses
Carlos Hernández García
60+15min

Chairs:
Manuel Filipe Costa, Universidade do Minho, Braga, Portugal
Omar Ormachea, Universidad Privada Boliviana, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
Susana Silva, INESC-Tec, Porto, Portugal
Orlando Frazão, INESC-Tec, Porto, Portugal

Organized by

The Education Committee of the International Commission for Optics,
Abdul Rahman, University of Szeged, Hungary
Efrain Solarte, Universidad del Valle, Colombia
Imrana Ashraf, Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan
Joe Niemela, ICTP, Italy
John Howell, Chapman University, USA
Justo Arines, Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Kent D Choquette, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, USA
Manuel Filipe M. Costa, Universidade do Minho, Portugal (committee’ chair 2024-2027)
Manuel Melgosa, Universidad de Granada, Spain
Roberta Ramponi, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Susana Silva, INESC-Tec, Portugal
Yaseera Ismail, Stellenbosch University, South Africa

In cooperationm with the Ibero-American Optics Network, RIAO,
Orlando Frazão, INESC-Tec, Porto, Portugal, Member of the Board of RIAO representing Portugal (2025-2028)
Jose Luis Paz Rojas, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Perú, RIAO’ President (2022-2025)
Manuel Filipe Costa, University of Minho, Portugal, Past-President of RIAO (2019-2022)
Efrain Solarte, Universidad del Valle, Colombia, Past-President of RIAO (2016-2019), and the Universidad Privada Boliviana,
Omar Ormachea, Universidad Privada Boliviana, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia (Chair of RIAO/OPTILAS2025)

With the support of the IEEE Photonics Society, IPS.

Family Physics Night

Family Physics Night is an annual community outreach of the Texas Lutheran University Physics Department. It is a fun and interactive environment where students and adults of all ages can learn about physics. This year, the theme of the event is Quantum Physics, aligning with the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.

International Student Workshop on Digital Creative Practice

The International Student Workshop on Digital Creative Practice, centered on the theme of the quantum world, undertakes film art creation to establish an interdisciplinary platform for dialogue between science and the arts. The initiative aims to leverage cultural and artistic expression as a bridge to dismantle the barriers between quantum technology and the broader public, translating abstract scientific concepts into accessible, sensory-rich, and emotionally resonant artworks, thereby fostering greater public understanding of quantum science.

This workshop comprises three structured components. The first component features expert-led lectures designed to provide participating students with a systematic understanding of the theoretical foundations of quantum science. The second component involves on-site visits to locations closely aligned with the creative theme, enabling students to engage in observational learning and deepen their conceptual and experiential comprehension. The third component is a thematic creation phase, during which students will undertake artistic or academic projects based on prior knowledge, fostering the integration of theory and practice.

Quantum, AI, and Massachusetts Innovation

An evening of thought-provoking speakers and networking with the Commonwealth’s innovation community

Massachusetts has long been a global hub for life sciences and biotechnology—and that same spirit of innovation now extends across finance, healthcare, AI, and beyond. Today, quantum science and AI stand as the next frontier, with the power to transform industries and further strengthen the Commonwealth’s leadership on the world stage.

The state has already taken bold steps to accelerate these fields and ensure their impact reaches the industries where Massachusetts excels.

Please join Goodwin, Morgan Stanley, PwC, Qubit Pharmaceuticals, and IonQ as we come together to explore these opportunities and shape the future of innovation in the Commonwealth.

Paris-Munich Quantum Workshop

The Paris-Munich Quantum Workshop takes place in Paris, France, on December 8 and 9, 2025. The workshop brings together researchers from two quantum hubs, the Paris region and Munich.

The aim is to present the latest advances in quantum science and technology, strengthen existing collaborations and create new ones, and encourage the mobility of PhD students and postdocs between the two communities.

Scientific conferences, poster sessions, and laboratory visits are on the agenda, providing numerous occasions for convivial discussions.