1. The Institute for Quantum Computing Harnessing the quantum world

2. Quantum systems can be in more than one state simultaneously: QUANTUM COMPUTING Observing quantum systems MIT Technology Review Physics Today, October 1991 Courtesy of ESA NMR Quantum Computing at IQC Weird quantum properties put to work: Harnessing the quantum world VISION: Harnessing quantum mechanics will lead to the development of transformational technologies that will benefit society and, collectively, become a new engine of economic growth in the 21st century. cannot be done without perturbing them: QUANTUM CRYPTOGRAPHY

3. Mission: To develop and advance quantum information science and technology at the highest international level, through the collaboration of computer scientists, engineers, mathematicians and physical scientists. GOAL: 200 researchers 140,000 sq.ft building 30,000 sq.ft of fabrication, metrology and technical laboratories $300M project IQC’s strategic objectives: Research A magnet for students A source of information for quantum science and technology From an international NSERC-sponsored review panel in 2009: “IQC is arguably the leading achiever in the world in its field of endeavor, on all fronts.” The Institute WHERE WE ARE: World-class reputation 100 researchers Building in construction Raised $240M www.iqc.ca Mike Lazaridis Ray Laflamme Mike and Ophelia Lazaridis’ philanthropy contributed to more than $100M to IQC