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At Université Paris Cité, research and education in quantum sciences and technologies are developed in an integrated and complementary way, fostering the emergence of new ideas, strengthening synergies, and creating innovative partnerships with socio-economic stakeholders.
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A comprehensive and integrated quantum ecosystem
Université Paris Cité stands out for its ability to cover the full spectrum of quantum technologies: computing, simulation, communication, and metrology. This commitment is structured around four complementary pillars: education, research, and innovation.
Training and bringing together the next generation
The Graduate School of Quantum Technologies plays a central role: it trains the scientists of tomorrow and acts as a driving force for cohesion across the entire quantum ecosystem. It has also contributed to the creation of the flagship QuanTEdu-France project (CMA, France 2030), involving 22 partners nationwide, and providing PhD and Master’s scholarships to support the next generation of researchers and complement existing funding schemes.
A flexible and collaborative network
The Initiative of Excellence (InIdEx) of Université Paris Cité brings together Université Paris Cité, Université Sorbonne Paris Nord, and Inria to form an agile local network. This structure fosters synergies between teams, accelerates the emergence of new ideas, and enhances the visibility of research and education. It also paves the way for stronger partnerships with industry by promoting innovations arising from this academic ecosystem.
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