International Year of Quantum Science and Technology 2025

100 Years of Quantum is just the Beginning

The formulation of quantum mechanics in 1925 laid a lasting foundation for our physical understanding of nature. 100 years later, in 2025, quantum mechanics has an impact on all areas of our culture, science, technology and art. Therefore, the year 2025 has been proclaimed the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) by the United Nations. For Germany, the DPG provides the overarching structure for all events connected to the IYQ, which can be accessed on their website. There the FAU LMQ is listed as one of the “Quantum Locations” in Germany.

Erlangen has a long tradition in quantum physics and was, among others, the workplace of P. Gordan, E. Noether, and H. Haken. Current research focuses on the foundations of particle, solid-state, and materials physics, as well as quantum optics and quantum technology, which are pursued in programs of the BMBF (Federal Ministry of Education and Research) and MQV (Munich Quantum Valley), as well as the SFB QuCoLiMa. Innovative research on light, matter, and quantum technology is consolidated and supported by FAU in the Profile Center FAU LMQ.

The Profile Center FAU LMQ and its members and associates celebrate this year with a variety of events of different formats. On this site you get all information about events in the realm of Light, Matter and Quantum Technologies that contribute to the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. Feel free to come back from time to time to stay up to date.

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On October 25, 2025, the Long Night of Sciences 2025 will take place in the metropolitan region of Nuremberg-Fürth-Erlangen. In…