Post by CSIRO

Quantum is forever. 💍 We've been working with the University of Melbourne and Japan’s National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST) to develop advanced manufacturing methods that take diamond ‘dust’ – tiny particles sourced from cheap industrial processes – and transform it into precision nanodiamonds suitable for quantum technologies. The goal is to develop a scalable, lower-cost pathway to quantum-grade diamond materials that can be produced locally. This will advance Australia’s critical quantum technologies, strengthen regional innovation capability, and reduce our reliance on unpredictable global supply chains. The partnership combines QST’s world leading quantum beam and irradiation facilities with Australian expertise in nanodiamond processing, surface and quantum sensing. Backed by funding from the Australian Government’s Global Science and Technology Diplomacy Fund, the project strengthens Australia–Japan science ties while establishing a new, end-to-end capability for producing quantum-grade diamond materials. It helps position Australia as a trusted partner in the global quantum technology supply chain. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eQZcQQ8Q