IQC signs new memoradum of understanding with KIST

Monday, September 22, 2014

Today the Institute for Quantum Computing signed a new agreement with the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) to expand research partnerships in the field of quantum information science.

“This agreement brings two internationally recognized institutions together to advance quantum science,” said Professor Raymond Laflamme, executive director, Institute for Quantum Computing at Waterloo. “Our researchers will work to accelerate the development of quantum technologies for the benefit of both countries.” IQC’s newest faculty member, Professor Kyung Choi, most recently senior scientist at KIST, will be among the main contributors to the research efforts in this agreement.

The University of Waterloo also signed a memoranda of understanding with the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST). For more information read the Waterloo press release.

Feridun Hamdullahpur and Korean delegates signing a memorandum of understanding