Dive into an enlightening roundtable discussion from the 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯. Four of Spain's leading figures in quantum science and technology gathered to discuss the significance of the conference, which serves as a melting pot for various communities engaged in the scientific and technological advancements of quantum information and quantum matter, promoting the germination of new ideas and collaborations at the leading edge of quantum technologies, emerging quantum materials, and novel generations of quantum communication protocols, quantum sensing, and quantum simulation.

The organisers of the event participating in the round table were (in order of appearance):

- 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗲, an ICREA Professor and Group Leader at Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2), a leading figure in the theoretical study of quantum transport in graphene and topological insulators.

- 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗼, a Research Professor at the Materials Science Institute of Madrid (CSIC), whose innovative research focuses on the quantum properties of materials.

- 𝗔𝗹𝗯𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮, a Senior Researcher at Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) and the coordinator of Quantum Spain, dedicating her work to building the future of quantum computing.

- 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗼 𝗗𝗶𝗲𝘇 𝗠𝘂𝗶ñ𝗼, an Ikerbasque Professor and the Director at the Donostia International Physics Center (DIPC), leading numerous studies in the field of quantum and computational physics.

The discussion was moderated by 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼, a Scientific Writer at ICN2.

This is an exclusive opportunity to step into the quantum universe and appreciate its importance in the modern world. From seasoned professionals in the field to curious newcomers, everyone can find valuable takeaways from this discussion.

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𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗱! 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝗼𝗻, featuring conversations with other international leaders in the field of quantum science and technology. Get ready to explore the quantum universe with us!

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This video forms part of the insightful presentation series from the Quantum Matter International Conference 2023, a leading global forum held in Madrid (May 23-25, 2023).
https://www.quantumconf.eu/

Our gratitude extends to the remarkable institutions that have made this video series possible. Each of these institutions provides the full roster of interviews on their respective YouTube channels, accessible through specific video playlists.

𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 (𝗗𝗜𝗣𝗖) – an internationally recognised center developing research in physics and related disciplines – is a foundation formed through a synergy of both public institutions (Basque Government departments, Gipuzkoa Provincial Council, San Sebastian City Council, and University of the Basque Country) and private entities and leading companies (currently Kutxa, CAF, Telefónica, and fundación EDP) that participate and contribute to its funding.
https://dipc.ehu.eus/

The𝗣𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 is a non-profit, professional conference organiser, known for its role in planning and executing conferences focused on Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, with a special focus on "Graphene and 2DM". Beyond conferencing, the Foundation is actively involved in managing scientific projects and fostering interdisciplinary research in nanoscience and nanotechnology.
https://www.phantomsnet.net/

The 𝗜𝗖𝗡𝟮 - 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 employs nanoscience's transformative power, fostering people-centred solutions in health, energy, and ICT sectors. Affiliated with several influential bodies, ICN2 pioneers cutting-edge scientific research and training while bridging the gap between nanoscale research and practical applications.
https://icn2.cat/

𝗤𝗧𝗘𝗣-𝗖𝗦𝗜𝗖, the quantum ecosystem created by CSIC, paves the way for the future of quantum technologies by supporting training, research, and innovation in quantum devices. CSIC, Spain’s largest public research institution and a significant entity within the European Research Area, is an active promoter of this initiative.
https://qtep.csic.es/

𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻, an initiative promoted by the Ministry of Economy through the Secretary of State for Digitization and Artificial Intelligence. It is financed with the Recovery Funds and is part of the Digital Spain 2026 Agenda and the National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (ENIA). Its main objective is to promote and finance the development of a robust quantum computing infrastructure in Spain and facilitate the expansion of the scientific and technological fabric around quantum computing and its artificial intelligence applications.
https://quantumspain-project.es/