Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering

Our Mission and Goals

The Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering (CQISE) initiative establishes a comprehensive framework to advance quantum technology through research, education, and outreach at Ohio State.

Our Mission

To harness quantum information science and engineering (QISE) to drive a second quantum revolution based on exploiting quantum entanglement to transform communication, computation, and sensing.

Our mission spans from accelerating faculty research and amplifying scientific impact to developing targeted workforce training programs and serving as a quantum knowledge hub for the region. Through strategic partnerships with universities, national labs, and industry leaders, we aim to position Ohio State at the forefront of quantum innovation while building the expertise and infrastructure needed for tomorrow's quantum economy.

Research

  • Accelerate the pivot of Ohio State faculty into QISE by supporting both internal discussions and workshops as well as seminars delivered by outside experts to educate our research community on emerging challenges and opportunities.  
  • Amplify the scientific impact of faculty who are research-active in QISE by facilitating teaming within the university through a combination of internal workshops, seed funding, and the development of critical research infrastructure.
  • Establish Ohio State as a regional hub for QISE by fostering external collaborations with partner universities, national labs, and relevant industry.

Training

  • Identify critical regional and national needs for workforce development in QISE and support the development of curricula and partnerships necessary to address those needs.
  • Facilitate the training of graduate students and postdocs in QISE through internal discussions and workshops aimed at building ‘quantum literacy’ and developing the necessary expertise to exploit relevant research infrastructure.

Network Connections

  • Coordinateaccess to public domain quantum resources, such as cloud-based quantum computing platforms, to facilitate faculty access and community engagement​
  • Provide a reservoir of expertise and a forum for local and regional leaders, educators, and the community to consult in assessing emerging challenges and opportunities in QISE.