Scaling Quantum Computing
for a Quantum Future

Accelerating research, collaboration, and innovation to make the
Pacific Northwest a global hub for quantum technology.

Regional Power, Global Impact

Our strength lies in collaboration. NQN brings together companies, universities, national labs,
and business organizations to form a powerful coalition accelerating quantum progress.

Accelerating Discovery. Building a Quantum Ecosystem.

The Northwest Quantum Nexus (NQN) is committed to accelerating discovery and innovation in the rapidly evolving field of quantum technologies. Our mission is not only to advance the science and engineering of quantum information, but to attract and retain world-class talent, secure long-term investment, and build a sustainable quantum economy rooted in the Pacific Northwest.

We serve as a collaborative engine for researchers, companies, universities, and government partners — creating a dynamic environment where ideas move from theory to impact. Through shared infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and workforce development, NQN is shaping the region’s future as a global leader in quantum innovation.

We’re uniting institutions, industries, and innovators to transform the Pacific Northwest into a powerhouse of quantum advancement. From research to commercialization, our mission is to drive scalable impact.

Driving Scalable Innovation Across the Quantum Stack

Our collaborative research spans five interconnected pillars, each contributing to the foundational and applied development of quantum information science. Together, they fuel a cycle of innovation that moves the field forward.

Applications

Quantum-accelerated simulations for clean energy and beyond.

Programming & Algorithms

Models and tools for emerging quantum hardware.

Testbeds

Collaborative experimental environments across the Northwest.

Devices

Quantum computers and advanced sensing
technologies.

Materials

Engineered materials for quantum scalability.

Latest News

Stay up to date with major milestones, new partnerships, thought leadership, and member-driven breakthroughs across the region.

Lasers Align Electron Spin Behavior in Quantum Materials

Researchers have discovered that light—in the form of

Color centers in diamonds

Peter Pauzauskie, a joint research appointee at Pacific

Quantum benchmarking

Using classical computers, computational scientists at Pacific Northwest

Latest News

Stay up to date with major milestones, new partnerships, thought leadership, and member-driven breakthroughs across the region.

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Alumni and mentor spotlights featuring professionals now working in quantum.

Networking opportunities through NQN events and partner organizations.

Tips on building a career in quantum information science.

Join Us at Upcoming Events and Seminars

NQN hosts and supports a wide range of activities, from weekly seminars to major regional gatherings. See what’s coming up and join the conversation.

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September 12, 2025

Join industry leaders and researchers to explore the latest in

Quantum Futures Symposium
August 23, 2025

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Monthly Quantum Seminar
August 23, 2025

A deep dive into quantum error correction strategies with guest

Quantum Futures Symposium
August 23, 2025

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