Shaping the Future, Empowering Minds

3-5 December · Barcelona

About the Quantum Education Summit 2025

Quantum technologies are poised to redefine industries, revolutionize problem-solving, and accelerate scientific discovery. Accessible quantum education is no longer a luxury but a necessity to ensure inclusivity and innovation across all sectors.

The Quantum Education Summit 2025 aims to break down barriers to quantum knowledge by offering sessions tailored to all levels of expertise.

From beginners exploring the basics to advanced learners delving into cutting-edge developments, the event emphasizes the need to make quantum technologies both understandable and accessible to all.

More information

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INVITED SPEAKERS

Aggie Branczyk
Quantum Salon

Ana Belen Sainz
University of Gdansk (UG)

Andrew White
University of Queensland (UQ)

Araceli Venegas-Gomez
Quantum Resources & Careers (QURECA)

Bob Coecke

Carl Wieman
Stanford University (SU)

Eboney Hearn
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Franziska Greinert
Technische Universität Braunschweig (TUBS)

Heather Lewandowski
University of Colorado Boulder (UCB)

Henry Martin
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)

Laura Piispanen
Aalto University (AU)

Maïté Dupuis
Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics (PI)

Martin Gastal
CERN

Paraskevi Ganoti
European Commission (DG CNECT)

Peter Turner
Sydney Quantum Academy (SQA)

Philipp Bitzenbauer
University of Leipzig (UL)

Prince Osei
African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana

Rod Van Meter
Keio University (KU)

Yaseera Ismail
Stellenbosch University (SU)

Yasser Omar
Portuguese Quantum Institute & IST, ULisbon)

PANELISTS

Ainara González Blanco
Basque Quantum (BasQ) – Euskampus Fundazioa

Alexander Hue
Centre for Quantum Technologies (CQT)

Francesco Benfenati
IQM Quantum Computers

Ganesh Ramamoorthy
Q-CTRL

Javier Mas
University of Santiago de Compostela (USC)

John Donohue
Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC)

David Zueco
Instituto de Nanociencia y Materiales de Aragón CSIC-Unizar (Spain)

Lucia Garbini
Pasqal

Nico Klein
qutools

Maïté Dupuis
Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics (PI)

Marilú Chiofalo
University of Pisa

Remi Geiger
KWAN-TEK

Verónica Ahufinger
ICFO

Zeki Seskir
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

PROGRAM COMMITTEE

Adan Garriga – EURECAT
Alba Cervera – BSC
Anna Sanpera – UAB
Araceli Venegas-Gómez – QURECA
Bruno Julià – UB
Eduard Alarcón – UPC

Jacob Sherson – AU
Lydia Sanmartí-Vila – ICFO
Paola Frongia – ICFO
Rainer Müller – TU Braunschweig
Robert Sewell – ICFO
Simon Goorney – AU
Veronica Ahufinger – ICFO

Venue: CosmoCaixa, Barcelona
Dates: 3rd–5th December 2025
Time: 09:30 – 18:00 (each day)
Conference Dinner:
Thursday, 4th December – 19:00 to 22:00

Preliminary Program

Workshops

Main Topics

Foundations of Quantum Education
Integrating quantum content into undergraduate and engineering programs.

Educational Innovations
Technological and methodological innovations in hardware, digitalization, and pedagogy.

Building a Quantum Ecosystem
Insights from institutional representatives and key stakeholders.

Workforce Development & Continuing Education
Addressing industry needs and best practices for training professionals in the field.

Widening Access & Inclusion in Quantum Education
Showcasing global and student-led initiatives to expand participation.

Outreach Initiatives
Promoting accessibility and engagement with the broader public.

The Summit will include:

Keynote lectures
Invited and contributed talks
Round table discussions
Workshops
Networking opportunities
Coffee and lunch breaks included

Venue

CosmoCaixa is a leading science museum located in Barcelona and managed by the «la Caixa» Foundation. It is dedicated to promoting scientific knowledge and curiosity through interactive and engaging exhibits. The museum covers a wide range of scientific disciplines, including physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and astronomy.

One of its main attractions is the Universe Room, which takes visitors on a journey from the Big Bang to the complexities of the human brain.

CosmoCaixa also includes a Geological Wall that explains Earth’s physical processes and interactive areas like Clik and Flash for children to explore scientific concepts through play. With its combination of permanent exhibitions, temporary displays, and educational workshops, CosmoCaixa is a dynamic center for science communication and discovery, appealing to both children and adults.

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