Post by Trinity College Dublin

Earlier this week we announced Trinity will host two Research Ireland-funded Rinn Research Centres (Rinn Quantum, and Rinn Advanced Therapies), and act as a coordinating institution for Rinn Artificial Intelligence. Today we put the spotlight on Rinn Quantum, which seeks to establish Ireland as a global leader in quantum science by focusing research on six strategic themes: quantum foundations; networks; control and energetics; computation and simulation; HPC integration; and societal impact. Rinn Quantum brings together over 20 PIs from Trinity and its partners: University of Galway; University College Dublin; Maynooth University; University College Cork; Munster Technological University, and South East Technological University. It will be co-directed by Professors John Goold and Ortwin Hess from Trinity’s School of Physics, with key involvement from PIs across other Trinity Schools includingTrinity College Dublin School of Education, Trinity College Dublin School of Law, Trinity College Dublin School of Engineering, TCD Computer Science and Statistics, TCD Department of Philosophy, the School of Mathematics, and the School of Religion. This pool of expertise exemplifies Trinity's commitment to inter- and transdisciplinary research, which is also fundamental to the new Rinn Centre. Prof. Goold said: “Rinn Quantum represents a major national investment in fundamental quantum research. At its core is the recognition that transformative technologies emerge from a deep understanding of nature. By supporting world-leading research into the foundations of quantum physics and quantum information science, the Centre will help generate the discoveries that will underpin future innovations, many of which may only become fully apparent over the lifetime of the Centre and beyond. “Through an ambitious programme spanning quantum foundations, networks, computing, control, high-performance computing integration and societal impact, we aim to establish Ireland as a recognised international leader in quantum information science and technology. Alongside scientific excellence, a defining feature of the Centre is its commitment to engaged research. We will work closely with industry, policymakers, educators and the public to ensure that the development of quantum technologies is informed, inclusive and aligned with societal needs.” Prof. Hess added: “Rinn Quantum will create an active, living bridge between fundamental discovery and future technologies: between theory and experiment, materials and devices, quantum photonics and quantum networks, and between researchers, industry, policymakers, educators and society. In my view, some of the most consequential work in quantum science happens on this bridge, where principles are translated into platforms and where technological challenges generate new scientific questions." #TrinityResearch #rinnnetwork