The growing and expanding social and economic impact of quantum information science and engineering (QISE) brings new challenges and unique possibilities. Building capacity, expanding participation, increasing access and expanding opportunities are central to carrying out the mandate outlined in the National Quantum Initiatives Act passed in 2018, promoting scientific leadership and A key tenet of the National Science Foundation’s founding mission to support research. that break through barriers.

In honor of Quantum Information Science Program Days, NSF invited government officials from 15 different federal departments and agencies. His opening remarks reflected his NSF’s long-standing support for quantum information science and engineering and its commitment to inter-institutional collaboration.

“Quantum information science has powerful potential to advance nearly every area of ​​science,” said NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan. “As NSF expands access and skills and fosters talent, the United States is leading the quantum future.”

NSF’s Quantum Information Science and Engineering Program Capacity Expansion Program supports research in quantum fundamentals. instrumentation and control; collaborative design and systems; education and workforce development. The NSF has invested his $21,397,566 in his ExpandQISE Awards for 2022.

The 2022 ExpandQISE winners will participate in research covering a wide range of disciplines, including physics, computer science, materials research, engineering and chemistry. The awardee represents a diverse set of institutions, including his three historically black colleges and universities.

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The Track 1 award is given to an individual who has extensive experience working with an external partner. Winners will receive up to $800,000 over up to three years.

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Track 2 awards are open to teams of up to 5 people paired with external collaborators with extensive QISE research experience. Winners will receive up to $5 million over up to five years.

“ExpandQISE is a new program that advances the goal of broadening participation and enhancing competence in quantum information science and engineering, which are important areas of modern science and education,” said NSF’s Assistant Director of Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Sean L. Jones said. “NSF is pleased to announce the first award created through ExpandQISE.”

The ExpandQISE program builds capacity by providing support and resources for QISE-related research at all educational levels. Each team participates in impactful activities that enhance QISE education and workforce development.

For more information on the ExpandQISE program, visit nsf.gov.