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On April 13, IonQ<\/a> and the University of Maryland (UMD) announced a multi-year expansion of their partnership through the National Quantum Laboratory (QLab), extending their joint efforts in quantum computing, quantum networking, and workforce development.<\/p>\n

This latest agreement, totaling $7.5 million and supported by funding from the State of Maryland\u2019s Capital of Quantum Initiative via the University of Maryland Economic Development Corporation (UMEC), builds on the strategic partnership first announced in\u00a0September 2024.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur longstanding partnership with the University of Maryland meets the need to accelerate access to advanced quantum computing, quantum networking capabilities, and talent development,\u201d said Niccolo de Masi, chairman and CEO of IonQ. \u201cIonQ\u2019s collaboration with UMD reflects our commitment to Maryland\u2019s \u2018Capital of Quantum\u2019 initiative, as we broaden QLab to include quantum networking, hardware upgrades, and deeper collaboration with its researchers.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis expanded agreement strengthens the QLab as a premier testbed for quantum networking and computing and deepens opportunities for our faculty and students to work hands-on with industry-leading systems,\u201d said University of Maryland President Darryll Pines. \u201cBuilding on our strong relationship with IonQ through the QLab is critical to advancing discovery, developing talent and reinforcing Maryland\u2019s position as the Capital of Quantum.\u201d<\/p>\n

This next step in the ongoing collaboration deepens IonQ\u2019s integration with UMD researchers and students, positioning QLab as a leading testbed for next-generation quantum technologies, including quantum networking and memory systems \u2013 specifically, the first deployment of IonQ\u2019s silicon vacancy (SiV)-based quantum memory node. This industry-leading infrastructure will complement existing UMD efforts, such as the Mid-Atlantic Region Quantum Internet (MARQI) network, across multiple areas of quantum technologies.<\/p>\n

Source: IonQ<\/p>\n

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