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February 10, 2026

 

QED-C Member Exclusive Report

Frequency Combs: Illuminating Next Generation Quantum Applications 

Frequency combs are a foundational technology for quantum computing, quantum communications, networking, and sensing—and they’re at an important turning point. In a new members-only report, QED-C brings together insights from industry interviews and a community workshop to explore why performance, cost, and manufacturability must advance together to enable broader deployment.

The report highlights emerging approaches such as photonic integrated circuit–based microcombs and outlines where shared requirements, manufacturing access, and coordinated investment could make the biggest difference. What will it take to move frequency combs from specialized lab systems to widely deployable quantum infrastructure?   

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The QED-C Quantum Summit will be held on April 14-15 in
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Dr. Celia Merzbacher talks quantum entrepreneurship with Qblox CEO, Niels Bultink on the latest episode of Been There Done That.

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Quantum hiring shows signs of recovery as January job postings rise. More in this month’s Quantum Technology Workforce Monitoring Report

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The Quantum Summit™

April 14-15 | Washington D.C

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This World Quantum Day, join leaders from government, industry, research, and investment at the QED-C Quantum Summit—a key coordination moment for the global quantum ecosystem. Anchored by the release of the State of the Global Quantum Industry Report, the Summit brings the community together to align on priorities and move from insight to action. 

 

Designed for decision-makers, end-users, investors and practitioners alike, the Summit blends strategic outlooks, executive learning, and structured engagement. Attendees will leave with sharper perspective, meaningful connections, and a shared understanding of what comes next for quantum technologies. 

 

Early bird registration opens February 12, 2026  

 

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Member Orientation
February 26 | 6:00pm - 7:00pm ET
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Get the most out of your QED-C membership this year - New members and seasoned vets alike can join this session to learn about their member benefits and ways to get involved in our quantum community.  

 

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Quantum Marketplace®: Quantum Sensing
February 4 

This webinar explored recent advances in quantum sensing, especially as they relate toreal-world applications. Representatives from Infleqtion, Leidos, FieldLine Medical, Quantum Valley Ideas Lab, and SRI shared insights related to the latest quantum sensing state of the art and held an enlightening panel discussion. 

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LPS Qubit Collaboratory

Deadline: April 30, 2026

The U.S. Army Research Office (ARO), in partnership with NSA’s Laboratory for Physical Science (LPS), is seeking Incubator, Collaboration, and Fellowship research proposals through the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC). This opportunity supports disruptive research in qubit development, deep cross-sector collaboration, and hands-on experiences to help build the next generation of the quantum workforce. 

 

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