Queensland strives for quantum advanced technology plans 

The Queensland Government has plans to develop a quantum and advanced technology methodology in alliances with colleges and industry as it attempts to keep future tech occupations and abilities in the state. 

The procedure will uphold the commercialisation of analysis and licensed innovation in Queensland, fabricating and pulling in advanced innovation organisations to keep high-value positions nearby as opposed to going offshore.

The new technique will be delivered before the year’s over, expanding on the National Quantum Strategy. 

College of Queensland Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Terry said the procedure would effectively add to the growth of Queensland’s capabilities. 

“Quantum technologies promise to help address national and global challenges, and our researchers are at the forefront of discovery science and are connected with the most advanced experimentation taking place anywhere,” said Terry. 

As indicated by the state government, quantum technologies have applications across sustainable energy, critical minerals, batteries, medication and defence. 

“Importantly, they are also collaborating with industry partners to translate their discoveries into practical applications and devices. We are already an important training ground for the next generation of quantum scientists, and the strategy will help create a pipeline of talent to ensure continued excellence for the years to come,” said Terry. 

There is huge research-grade equipment including at ANFF-Q, Griffith College, the College of Queensland, the Queensland College of Technology and the University of Southern Queensland to help the arising quantum and advanced technologies sector. 

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said, “If we can develop production facilities for advanced technologies in Queensland, we can commercialise research and IP here instead of seeing it go offshore.” 

Advanced innovations are compound semiconductors, photonics, MEMS, and quantum technologies. 

“The Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy will be developed to support training for quantum technologies and investment to ensure that those ongoing high-value jobs are available in Queensland,” said Palaszczuk.