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The 2025 Symposium “Quo Vadis Quantum Science” aimed at bringing together leading experts
from academia and national laboratories to explore the outstanding challenges and emerging
opportunities in the rapidly evolving field of quantum information science and technologies. Over the past few years, significant progress has been made in developing new platforms and
techniques for quantum-based technologies, and we find ourselves at a pivotal moment for
advancing our understanding and capabilities.

The goal of the Symposium was not just to exchange ideas or present the latest contributions
to the field by the participants, but to spark new collaborations, foster interdisciplinary
connections, and lay the groundwork for future funding opportunities. The discussion was
organized into four interrelated areas driving innovation in quantum science – integrated
photonics, integrated materials, many-body quantum sensing, and dynamical quantum control –
selected to reflect the diversity and promise of quantum technologies.

This report summarizes the outcomes of the Symposium, identifies the next frontiers in
quantum science and technology according to the participants, and highlights promising areas
for collaborative research.

Read more in the attached full report

The SoCal Hub Symposium, Quo Vadis Quantum Science, will focus on the exploration of outstanding challenges and new frontiers in quantum information science (QIS) and technology. Held on the UC Santa Barbara campus on January 30-31, 2025, the symposium will address four interrelated themes in quantum science: Integrated Photonics for QIS, Advanced Materials for QIS, Quantum Sensing, and Quantum Control. For more information, please visit the Symposium webpage, and to register, please follow this link. Registration closes on January 15th.