Quantum technologies and their impacts on science and engineering
Wed 29 Apr
|MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology
Through an overview of quantum technologies such as sensing, computation, and cryptography, we will challenge common misconceptions and explore how future developments in quantum will impact different market sectors and areas of science.
Time & Location
29 Apr 2026, 18:00 – 19:40
MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Francis Crick Ave, Trumpington, Cambridge CB2 0QH, UK
About the event
The talk will give a broad overview of quantum technologies including sensing, computation, and cryptography, and explore how future developments in each of these may impact different market sectors and areas of science. We will challenge common misconceptions around quantum technologies, and provide a clear outlook ahead to answer the question: “What are Quantum Technologies, and why should we care?”
About Gemma Shepherd:
Gemma is an Applied Physicist at PA Consulting, working to understand and benchmark Quantum Technologies and their classical competitors. She works at the interface of science and industry, communicating impacts across a range of sectors, with a focus on Defence & Security, Transport, and Energy & Utilities.
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