The UTC Quantum Center is the focal point for a program in Quantum Information Science and Engineering (QISE) that involves departments and colleges across the university with key efforts in R&D infrastructure, education, use-case-driven R&D, and business development. The Center is well-connected to our community in Chattanooga and beyond.
Campus and community leaders welcome Quantum Center Director
Inaugural Quantum Center Director Rick Mukherjee was greeted by an array of leaders from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and the community at a Jan. 15 reception to introduce him to multiple University collaborators, partners and friends.
Why is Quantum Important?
The translation of basic knowledge about quantum systems into technology with applications in sensing, communications, and computing promises to realize many benefits across a number of applications from resilient infrastructures, including secure communications to advanced materials and efficient solutions to problems that challenge current high-performance computing systems.
Quantum science and technology (QST) became national priorities in 2018 with the passage of the federal National Quantum Initiative Act. This national focus on QST is ongoing. There is a special opportunity for the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) to prepare students at all levels and across traditional fields of study for the impact of QST on their fields of study and future careers.
In 2022, UTC launched an initiative in quantum information science and technology with the goal to establish a program known for excellence in education, innovation and economic development enabled by quantum technology. In 2023, UTC became connected to the EPB Quantum Network℠. In addition, UTC established infrastructure to support Quantum Sensing and Communications and access to Quantum Computing systems. A four-course credit certificate in QISE is now offered to undergraduate students. Quantum computing courses are offered at undergraduate and graduate levels. The UTC Center for Professional Education offers a non-credit certificate in introduction to QISE.
The UTC Quantum Center supports cross-disciplinary teams performing applied research and development, and delivering high-value education opportunities to students and those already in the workforce—with particular emphasis on use cases in advanced energy systems and in smart city applications.
Research
Learn about how quantum physics is helping with Chattanooga's workforce development.
Infrastructure
We have several locations supporting our efforts to help develop the worldwide community.
Education
Learn about our program and community outreach efforts.
Our Team
Meet the UTC people making an impact on technology and communities.
Partnerships
See the partnerships UTC has to make quantum leaps and advances in technology.
Contact Us
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Governor’s Chair in Quantum Information Science and Engineering
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) and ORNL are searching for a highly accomplished researcher and educator to join the quantum program as a Governor’s Chair Professor in Quantum Information Science and Engineering (QISE) with a joint appointment at ORNL.
Quantum Colloquium Series
All colloquia take place from 4-5pm in UTC Library Room 435 unless otherwise noted.
August 28 – Dr. Adrian Del Maestro, UTK Professor and Department Head | Quantum Materials / Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
September 11 – Dr. Rebekah Herrman, UTK Tickle College of Engineering Assistant Professor
October 9 – Dr. Enrique Solano, Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder at Kipu Quantum in Berlin, Germany
November 6 — Dr. George Siopsis, Professor and Director of Quantum Leap Initiative | Theoretical High Energy Physics
Chattanooga's Mayor Tim Kelly
One of the things I learned in 30 years of business is the power of good branding. Our lack of branding has caused confusion for Chattanoogans about what is and isn’t a city service, and our upcoming website redesign gave us the perfect opportunity to solve this problem. We received a lot of community input, and I think this new branding honors our history while celebrating the progress we’ve made and looking forward to our bright future. A huge thanks to local designers Steve Hamaker and David Littlejohn for working on this project.