How to wisely spend 70 quantum millions annually?
On December 6, Are Magnus Bruaset, a member of the QH Hub and Adjunct Professor at OsloMet (and Research Director of Simula Lab), together with André Brodkorb, a founding member of the QH (and Head of the Department of Computer Science at OsloMet), provided input to the Research Council of Norway regarding the establishment of quantum technology centers.
They emphasized the importance of fostering innovation and collaboration to advance Norway’s position in the rapidly evolving field of quantum technology. Especially underlined was the need for interdisciplinary efforts to bridge academia and industry.
Also, specific suggestions were made: 5-10 million a year should be spent on access to cloud-based quantum resources, which can be advantageously managed through @Sigma2.
The remaining NOK 60-65 million provides the opportunity to establish 2-3 complementary centres for research on different aspects of quantum technology. Such centers should have a funding for 5 years, so that important expertise can be educated for a future quantum workforce. The centres should collaborate on outstanding quantum education and academic meeting places on a national scale.