QuantumCT Selected as NSF Regional Innovation Engines Semifinalist
Connecticut-based initiative advances in national competition to drive regional innovation and economic growth through quantum technologies
New Haven, Connecticut — The National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced that QuantumCT has been selected as a semifinalist in its highly competitive NSF Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program. QuantumCT is one of only 29 teams selected nationwide to advance to the next stage of the competition.
QuantumCT’s proposal outlines a robust strategy to build a statewide innovation engine focused on accelerating quantum technologies and supporting long-term U.S. competitiveness in a field that is expected to reshape computing, secure communications, materials science, and more.
“This is a highly competitive process, and today’s announcement is a testament to the strength of our team, the depth of our statewide partnerships, and the quality of our proposal,” said Dr. Albert M. Green, President and CEO of QuantumCT. “With strong industry support across Connecticut’s innovation ecosystem, we are well positioned to lead in the development of a quantum economy that delivers national impact.”
QuantumCT’s proposal is backed by a growing coalition of partners spanning research institutions, private industry, government agencies, workforce boards, and community organizations across the state. This collective effort aims to ensure that Connecticut becomes a national model for technology-led growth.
“It’s worth noting that nearly half of the semifinalist teams are focused on quantum or AI — an encouraging sign that national priorities are aligning with the work we’ve been advancing here in Connecticut,” Dr. Green added. “We are proud to be part of this moment and energized by what lies ahead.”
The NSF Engines program is one of the most ambitious investments in place-based innovation in U.S. history. Designed to drive economic, societal, and technological progress across the country, the program provides up to 10 years of funding to each selected regional engine, with the goal of creating self-sustaining innovation ecosystems.
QuantumCT’s selection positions Connecticut as a national leader in quantum innovation — and marks an important milestone in its journey to build a more resilient, technology-driven economy.