Use-Inspired Research

WHERE INNOVATION MEETS REAL-WORLD IMPACT

Our commitment to use-inspired research goes beyond theoretical exploration and focuses on addressing tangible challenges and delivering practical solutions. By bridging the gap between cutting-edge scientific inquiry and real-world applications, QuantumCT pioneers projects that contribute to advancements across biotech, medicine, finance, and more.

QuantumCT is working with the private sector and research faculty to define and initiate quantum-technology-driven pilot projects that address industry challenge problems, execute faculty-originated seed grant funded projects, and establish research commercialization and a pathway for research validation. With over 70 research faculty and counting, we have a critical mass of expertise pioneering research in quantum and quantum-adjacent areas.

QuantumCT Seed Funding Programs

INNOVATIONS IN QUANTUM STEM EDUCATION: Workforce and Curriculum Development

QUANTUM INNOVATION SEED GRANTS: R&D and applications of quantum technologies

QUANTUM STARTUP AWARDS: Support for quantum tech-based startups

QUANTUM REGIONAL PARTNERSHIPS: Challenge problems defined by industry partners

ROBERTS INNOVATION FUND: Yale Engineering advancing projects from lab to market

QuantumCT has invested over $1.3M in quantum seed funds since 2023