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Dear reader,
While World Quantum Day on 14 April is still a month away, the year already offers plenty of insights, events and research news around everything quantum. And no wonder: 2025 is the UN’s International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, marking the 100th anniversary of the formulation of quantum mechanics. Germany aims to become a world leader in quantum technologies and has been investing considerably into quantum research and development. In 2024, IBM opened its first European quantum data centre in Southern Germany – only the company’s second facility of this kind worldwide. In today’s newsletter, you will find valuable resources and inspiring content around quantum research in Germany, particularly quantum computing – from study programmes at the Quantum Alliance to inspiring interviews. Last but not least, our new section “Exploring groundbreaking research” offers a selection of diverse and unique insights into German research – provided every month by the research community itself. Enjoy your read! | | | | |
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Apply by: various deadlines PhD & Postdoc: all disciplines | | | | |
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Apply by: 8 April 2025 Postdoc & Advanced research: life sciences, natural sciences and humanities | | | | |
Lise Meitner Excellence Programme | | | | |
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A spotlight on: quantum computing | | | | |
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Excellence in German quantum research and technology: the Quantum Alliance
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Cutting-edge research? Check. Support programmes for early career researchers? Check. Events bringing together scientists, industry and the public? Also check! The Quantum Alliance is a consortium of Germany’s clusters of excellence and research centres that work in quantum science and technologies. If you are a researcher or young investigator interested in doing quantum research in Germany, the Quantum Alliance’s website offers an excellent starting point. From current job offers to networking events and an overview of study and fellowship programmes for every career level from high school student to postdoc – find out how to boost your quantum career in Germany! | | | |
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A closer look: work in Germany | | | | |
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© Forschungszentrum Jülich/Sascha Kreklau | | | | |
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Quantum physics has changed our lives decisively in recent decades. One hundred years after the mathematical formulation of quantum mechanics, physicist Professor Tommaso Calarco from Forschungszentrum Jülich talks about the developments that have shaped quantum science since then, the current research at Jülich and the progress that can be expected in the coming years. | | | | | | |
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More time for family, household chores, sports or pets – the benefits of the four-day working week seem obvious. But not everyone is convinced: longer daily workhours, a loss of flexibility and troubles with customer contact are some of the reasons cited by employees and companies that decided against a shorter working week after a trial period. In the end, however, most trial participants opted to stay with the four-day week. Find out more in this video! | | | | | | |
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The bigger picture: life in Germany | | | | |
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Women are still heavily underrepresented in the world of quantum science. Time for change! To mark the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, the exhibition “RETHINKING PHYSICS” puts female quantum researchers centre stage. The touring exhibition is presented by the Cluster of Excellence ct.qmat – Complexity and Topology in Quantum Matter (JMU Würzburg and TU Dresden) and will be shown worldwide. Find all dates and locations (international locations to follow) as well as video previews on the exhibition website. | | | | | | |
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Exploring groundbreaking research in Germany | | | | |
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From German business etiquette to navigating bicultural relationships – “Inside Deutschland: Your Guide to Careers in Germany” tackles important topics for every newcomer to the country. Now, the popular podcast by the Alumniportal Deutschland has launched a second season and dives right in. At the top of the agenda? Money! Have a listen and learn everything about salaries and negotiation in Germany. | | | | | | |
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Celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics, the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology wants to raise awareness of the huge impact of quantum science and its applications on all areas of life. On its website, you can find important quantum news and international events for the entire year. | | | | | | |
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Let’s be honest: do you actually know what quantum computing is? | | | | |
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Get updates about research career options and funding opportunities in Germany, the latest research news, interesting research projects and upcoming events. | | | |
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