Chicago Quantum Exchange

Intellectual hub driving advancements in quantum research, workforce development, and commercialization.

[The University of Chicago @UChicago]

Quantum technology is poised to transform our world, and UChicago is helping shape our future. @BigBrainsUC hosted a panel discussion with @1440_Daily in which scientists shared how quantum could impact fields ranging from medicine to cybersecurity: https://t.co/RNvZo1neH6

[UChicago Pritzker Molecular Engineering @UChicagoPME]

Research from @Penn_State University, @UChicagoPME, and Q-NEXT, led by @Argonne, uncovers new insights into superconducting diamonds by carefully creating high-quality diamonds, isolating electronic signatures, and revealing mechanisms that long remained hidden. @ChicagoQuantum

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/0aCmO2fhTl

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

📢 We're hiring a Quantum Network Manager to launch and support the programming and maintenance of the Midwest #Quantum Network Facility.

Are you interested? We'd love to hear from you.

📍 Location: Chicago, IL
🔗 Apply: https://t.co/bDJaXRgPKB

#MidwestQuantum #QuantumPrairie

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

📢 CQE welcomes FemtoSenseLabs as a new corporate partner!

Based in West Lafayette, IN, FemtoSenseLabs develops low-cost #quantum sensing platforms using diamond crystal defects as room-temperature sensors.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/HNg7M6oH99

#MidwestQuantum #QuantumPrairie

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

We’re happy to share @BlueFors_Ltd—global leader in cryogenic cooling systems and quantum infrastructure—has become a CQE partner!

Our partnership aims to strengthen the Midwest region's efforts to build a #quantum supply chain and more.

🔗Read more: https://t.co/uOGEv3BoPh

[BMO @BMO]

On #WorldQuantumDay we’re excited to announce new partnerships with @canada_quantum and @ChicagoQuantum.

These collaborations reflect our commitment to thoughtful engagement with emerging technologies that can help shape the broader economy.

https://t.co/hztw1BOmnP

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

Quantum computing doesn't look like one thing. In the #QuantumPrairie, it looks like seven different types of #quantum computers. On #WorldQuantumDay, we're taking stock of what's been building across the Illinois-Wisconsin-Indiana region.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/ekca9vOdY7

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

📢 We're excited to announce a partnership with @BMO, underscoring #quantum tech’s growing relevance to finance. The collaboration will focus on research, workforce development and knowledge sharing.

Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/7qcHsmul8P

@BMO_US #MidwestQuantum #QuantumPrairie

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

Are you an undergrad student, grad student or postdoc at a university in Illinois, Indiana or Wisconsin?

Learn more about our new Q-Ready career development program at our kickoff.

📅 Wed., April 15
🕓 4:00–4:30 PM CT
📍 Virtual

🔗 Register: https://t.co/vgEfdKCvPJ

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

We just launched Q-Ready: a free career development program for students & postdocs in IL, WI & IN exploring careers in #quantum.

Employer spotlights, workshops, panels & more. Kickoff event April 15! ⚛️

➡️ Learn more & register: https://t.co/iV3cVHKF5y

#QuantumPrairie

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

📢⚛️ Save the date: we're partnering with @QCWare to bring you Q2B26 x Chicago Quantum Summit—Dec. 8–10 at the Marriott Marquis Chicago and McCormick Place. More details on speakers and registration to come!

Event page: https://t.co/YoADHejyyQ
Learn more: https://t.co/sGFkmaYFgI

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

⏰ Two weeks left! Apply for the 2026 #OQI Undergraduate Fellowship: a paid summer research in #quantum computing, sensing, materials & more. Deadline Feb 10: https://t.co/4MsIl72gwb

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

📢 @AbilityEnginee1 has joined the Chicago Quantum Exchange as a corporate partner, connecting an engineering supplier with researchers and industry working on #quantum infrastructure and scaling challenges!

Learn more: https://t.co/P2Fny0URhq

#MidwestQuantum #QuantumPrairie

[Q-NEXT @qnextquantum]

Five fabulous undergrads spent a summer at @argonne probing quantum materials and writing code for quantum hardware, thanks to @chicagoquantum's Open Quantum Initiative. And they agree: Anyone who wants to can do #quantum research. Their Q&A: https://t.co/cN1vteQYIc

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

The Bloch Quantum has advanced to the final stage of the @US_EDA’s Tech Hubs competition 🎉

Led by CQE, the proposal focuses on strengthening the U.S. #quantum supply chain and accelerating deployment across the Midwest’s #QuantumPrairie.

Learn more 👉 https://t.co/bACNM2hLVB

[The University of Chicago @UChicago]

The Quantum Law Navigator from UChicago's @ChicagoQuantum is a major tool to help stakeholders navigate the complex regulations that govern this fast-growing field.

Learn more: https://t.co/3hWLbANawD

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

950 attendees from 15 countries, 32 US universities & 168 companies gathered at the 2025 Chicago Quantum Summit with a clear message: the #quantum future will be built together.

Read more on collaboration shaping the field:
🔗https://t.co/Pzhiwfs5pX

#CQS2025 #MidwestQuantum

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

Join CQE's own Emily Easton, director of education and workforce development, on Dec. 11! 👇

[UChicago Professional @UChicagoProf]

Join our free, online info session, on Thursday, December 11 at 12:00 p.m. CST to explore the Quantum Science, Networking, and Communications course.

Register now.

https://t.co/O7VHTtMmpa

#MidwestQuantum #quantum #QuantumWorkforce #QuantumPrairie #UChicago #UChicagoProfEd

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

Big things happening in Chicago’s quantum community! 💫
We’re excited for @IonQ_Inc to become CQE’s third core partner—joining @Boeing and @IBM—as we work together to grow our 124-mile quantum network and push the limits of what’s possible. ⚛️

[Jordan Shapiro @jordan_shapiro]

QUANTUM LEAP IN CHICAGO! 🎡 Thrilled to announce @IonQ_Inc's landmark partnership with the University of Chicago!

https://t.co/vdqDEk7TP2

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

"The Quantum Law Navigator will help innovators turn complexity into opportunity and strengthen the foundation of a growing quantum economy. This effort underscores the kind of leadership that keeps Illinois at the center of global innovation," said @GovPritzker.

[Chicago Quantum Exchange @ChicagoQuantum]

#Quantum tech is moving from lab to real-world impact. But complex laws can slow innovation.

That’s why CQE + Barnes & Thornburg launched the Quantum Law Navigator at Day 1 of the 2025 Chicago Quantum Summit.

🔗 Read the report: https://t.co/KUBuWvoXjh