Programme Objectives

The programme aims to:

• Accelerate research and innovation in quantum technologies.

• Facilitate collaboration between UK organisations and entities within the EU and other

international partners.

• Address technological and market barriers to the commercialisation and adoption of

quantum technologies both in the UK and globally.
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Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be UK-registered businesses or organisations.

• Projects must include at least one non-linked organisation registered in a European

Union Member State.

• International partners can participate but will not receive funding.
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Project Focus

Projects should demonstrate:

• A disruptive innovative idea leading to new products, processes, or services.

• Strong business proposals with market potential.

• Significant potential economic impact and value for money.

• A clear route to market within two to three years of project completion.

• Collaboration that adds value across participating countries.
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Specific Themes

Projects must focus on one or more of the following areas:

• Quantum sensing for various applications such as clinical devices and resource

mapping.

• Scalable solutions in quantum technologies including chip scale quantum systems.

• Technologies for scaling quantum computing, such as qubit processors and control

systems.
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Research Categories

The competition will fund:

• Feasibility projects

• Industrial research projects

• Experimental development projects
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Restrictions

Projects that will not be funded include:

• Those not involving 'second generation' quantum technologies.

• Without collaboration with at least one EU Member State organisation.

• Non-civilian applications or those not meeting the eligibility criteria.

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This competition provides a significant opportunity for UK entities to lead in the development of

next-generation quantum technologies with substantial economic benefits. Contact our grants

team for further details or assistance with the application process.

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