The Quantum Computing Access Programme: Call for Expressions of Interest

Closed 25 Nov 2024

Opened 8 Nov 2024

Contact

The Quantum Computing Access Programme Team

01235 395253

NQCCQCAP@stfc.ac.uk

Overview

The NQCC is pleased to announce the launch of the Quantum Computing Access Programme. The programme provides access to quantum computing resources for the UK’s quantum computing user community for research, skill development and application development. Dedicated streams will be open for specific user groups, facilitating cloud access to quantum computing resources from a range of quantum computing providers. Access will initially be provided to successful applicants on a three-month basis with a set allocation. 

Users from the academic community are now invited to submit a short expression of interest (EOI) for access to quantum computing resources in Q1 2025. Submission of an EOI is a precursor to an invitation to submit a proposal, and will allow the NQCC to confirm demand and align resources for the first cohort of users. 

The programme is part of the NQCC’s ‘SparQ’ initiative in support of UK quantum readiness.

 

QC resources available 

AZURE QUANTUM 

AWS BRAKET​ 

IBM QUANTUM 

D WAVE LEAP 

BACKENDS:​ 

BACKENDS:​ 

BACKENDS:​ 

BACKENDS:​ 
  • IONQ
  • RIGETTI 
  • IONQ
  • RIGETTI 
  • IQM
  • QUERA
  • IBM BRISBANE
  • BRUSSELS
  • FEZ
  • KYIV
  • NAZCA
  • SHERBROOKE
  • STRASBOURG
  • TORINO ​ 
  • ADVANTAGE 5.4​
  • ADVANTAGE2 PROTOTYPE 2.4​ 
  • ADVANTAGE 4.1​
  • ADVANTAGE 6.4 

+MICROSOFT AND BACKEND SIMULATORS​ 

+AWS AND BACKEND SIMULATORS

+IBM SIMULATORS​ 

+HYBRID MODELS

Eligibility criteria 

  • Use of QC resources must be in support of a project/activity conducted at a UK university and delivered in the UK 
  • Lead applicants and project/activity participants must be registered at a UK university 
  • Lead applicants must confirm that diligence has been paid to the trusted research guidelines outlined here.

Please note, the QC resource suppliers may impose additional terms. 

Important dates 

EOI  

Opens 8th November 2024 

Closes 25th November 2024  

How to apply 

Applicants should complete the online EOI response form by the 25th of November 2024.  

The NQCC will then assess demand and invite applicants to submit a proposal for formal review that will ultimately award access in Q1 2025.  

Guidance 

  • EOI responses should provide a high-level overview of the proposed activity, together with an indication of the resource requirements and the affiliation of the applicant and team. 

Audiences

  • Research Community

Interests

  • Research and Innovation Sector Engagement