THIS DEPLOYMENT FURTHER STRENGTHENS POLAND’ S POSITION AS AN IMPORTANT HUB FOR QUANTUM DEVELOPMENT IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE.
INDUSTRY // EDU. TECH
Poland’ s Poznan University of Technology unveils IQM Quantum Computer to drive research and education
Poznań University of Technology( PUT) has launched its first locally installed quantum computer, deployed by IQM Quantum Computers, to advance education and scientific research in the field of quantum technologies.
The installation of the IQM Radiance R1 system at the university aligns with the strategic objectives outlined in Poland’ s quantum technology development roadmap, as well as broader European initiatives in this area.
Poland has a strong foundation in quantum technologies, particularly in STEM( Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) disciplines, built on high academic standards currently supported by significant strategic investments from the government.
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THIS DEPLOYMENT FURTHER STRENGTHENS POLAND’ S POSITION AS AN IMPORTANT HUB FOR QUANTUM DEVELOPMENT IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE.
One of the key factors behind the university’ s decision to select IQM’ s offering was the company’ s approach based on deployable, on-premises quantum systems, providing researchers, students and engineers with direct access to a real quantum computer installed locally on campus.
This creates significantly broader opportunities for hands-on experimentation, infrastructure integration, education and hardware-level research compared to cloud-only access models.
“ This is proof of our production quantum approach, where institutions such as Poznań University of Technology own their quantum computers, build internal expertise and develop their own intellectual property,” said Jan Goetz, CEO and Cofounder of IQM Quantum Computers.“ This deployment further strengthens Poland’ s position as an important hub for quantum development in Central and Eastern Europe.”
The acquisition of the system also aligns with the growing quantum technology ecosystem in Poznań. Starting in October 2026, the university will begin enrolling students in a new engineering programme entitled‘ Quantum Technologies’, further strengthening its long-term strategy for education and talent development.
In addition, the university will launch a master’ s degree programme focused on quantum computing and will provide access to the quantum computer for initiatives such as the emerging Polish Quantum Olympiad for secondary school students, as well as hackathons and other educational and innovation-focused events.
“ The launch of a quantum computer at Poznań University of Technology is not only a milestone in the advancement of research, but above all the beginning of a new era in the education of our students. We want our students not merely to observe the technological revolution, but to actively help shape it from the very first years of their studies, using tools that are truly unique on a global scale,” said Professor Teofil Jesionowski, Rector of Poznań University of Technology.
European and national strategies are increasingly emphasising the importance of quantum technologies for scientific competitiveness, economic resilience and ensuring technological sovereignty. The university aims to actively engage in the development of this emerging ecosystem and contribute to its advancements. �
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