Anna Lena Giesecke | Head of Photonics

Integrated photonics for quantum applications

• waveguides integrated technologies for quantum computing, quantum sensing & quantum communication
• fabrication capabilities for quantum applications for research and industry
• fast prototyping platform for quantum devices

Clemens Schäfermeier | Team Lead InnoVision

Enabling technology for quantum sensing & metrology

For more than 3 decades, classical scanning probe microscopy has been the tool of choice for studying surface effects on the nanoscale. Over the recent years, pioneers in the field have managed to employ new quantum sensors such as those based on NV centers in diamond to achieve true leaps in sensitivity and resolution. Amongst the many fields of applications for such sensors, magnetic imaging, and optical detection of phase transition under high pressure play a central role. attocube supports the efforts to establish these new techniques for a broad range of users through providing unique and user-friendly platforms for optically detected magnetic resonance (ODMR), as well as high pressure physics. Our ultra-low vibration cryostats, combined atomic force and confocal microscopy platforms, and nanoprecise positioners form the basis for research at the forefront of science. To find out how we can boost your research in quantum sensing at low or variable temperature, feel free to come to our round table for discussions with our experts.

Bettina Heim | System Engineer

Quantum Technologies at OHB

In 2016, OHB established an internal Quantum Technologies Working Group, consolidating the company’s long-standing expertise in the area of Quantum Technologies.
The working group is formed by experts (scientists/PhDs/Post-Docs with a background in Quantum Optics), and colleagues from other relevant directorates and departments (Predevelopment, Systems Engineering, Business Development). The identified high-level topics covered by OHB are:

• Quantum Key Distribution
• Quantum Sensors
• Optical Atomic Space Clocks

The main goal of the OHB Working Group is to establish OHB as a major partner in the realization of quantum space missions, aiming to transfer European research into the technology of tomorrow. The working group is actively providing inputs to Quantum Technologies Roadmaps in Europe, is already working on projects that are targeting the topics and is actively looking for new ones and even further, creating new ones based on the potential current needs in the society. The working group is thus serving as the bridge between the scientific community and a final space project, providing all the knowledge on the industrial side and on the “space-ification” of the instruments and experiments.

Henning Weier | Business Development

qutools - tools for quantum physics

In 2005 the company was founded at the quantum physics lab at Ludwig-Maximilians-University in Munich. It provided “tools” for “quantum physics” – so they named the company qutools.

We believe quantum physics thrives on observation. Communicating it in an understandable way encourages not only enthusiasm for natural sciences, but can also generate real value for the society.
In order to convey the importance of quantum physics to future generations, it is necessary to make its basic principles accessible to society as a whole. This doesn't work only with theory, but rather through practical mediation.

The Quantenkoffer - our quantum physics science kit - enables a practical revision of the basic principles of quantum physics and ensures that this knowledge reaches the people - in schools, universities, but also into public space. The physics experiments that can be carried out with it are so diverse, that its possibilities of use are also very flexible.
The Quantenkoffer is not just another training instrument, but a step towards disseminating the findings of quantum physics to the public sphere - with the positive consequences of a scientifically thinking society, more awareness for mankind, nature and our existence in the universe.

Wilhelm Kaenders | Member of Executive Board, CTO

TOPTICA’s engagement in the field of Quantum Technologies

How to convert academic breakthroughs and inventions into technical innovations?
What is present and what is lacking in the Quantum Revolution process today?
What are the strategic needs behind national and international activities and how can QT support this?
How and why do we generate national technology champions in fields that are not covered on national level today?
How long will we continue to have "open skies" for Quantum Technology? Will we still need this for the future?