Quantum Technology
Revealing the invisible
The development of quantum technology has the power to transform everyday life, making the world a safer, faster, and more productive place.
At the University of Birmingham, we are developing quantum sensing and timing to reveal what remains hidden. Beneath the ground, in the sky, and inside the human body and brain. By applying our discoveries, we will create novel solutions to age-old problems, from dementia to public infrastructure.
Next-generation atomic clocks and quantum sensors
Imagine if we could detect underground hazards before digging begins. Cutting-edge research at the University of Birmingham has the potential to do just that. Using quantum technology, our researchers are developing the next generation of gravity sensors, capable of detecting sinkholes, mineshafts and landslides from deep underground faster and more precisely, averting potential catastrophes.
Quantum - or atomic - clocks are widely seen as essential for increasingly precise approaches to areas such as online communication, navigation, or global stock trading, where fractions of seconds could make a huge economic difference. Our quantum physicists have developed atomic clocks that are smaller and more robust for deployment in the real world.
Accelerating the commercial development of quantum sensing, imaging, and timing devices will result in real societal and economic benefits. At Birmingham, we're focused on collaborations to ensure quantum technologies deliver their best for society.
Meet our researchers
Research centres
Birmingham Institute for Quantum Technologies
Exploring fundamental science in the creation, use and manufacture of quantum sensing and timing devices.
National Buried Infrastructure Facility
A 'one of its kind' facility spanning research, innovation, education, CPD and training in buried infrastructure-ground interaction.
QuSIT
Developing quantum technologies to solve real-world problems.
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