Britain is investing £100 million to create advanced quantum technology hubs to revolutionize healthcare, transport, and national security. Five hubs across England and Scotland will collaborate with industry and government to drive a new economy.
Minister Peter Kyle believes that embracing quantum technology can make Britain a global leader, providing solutions to domestic challenges and leveraging the international market.
Quantum physics, once famously stated as not being understood by anyone, is now applied in various technologies like semiconductors, MRI scanners, and atomic clocks. With hubs in key cities, the focus is on developing cutting-edge devices such as quantum-enhanced blood tests and gravity sensors for infrastructure detection.
Researchers are exploring quantum sensors for early disease diagnosis, like ultra-sensitive blood tests at UCL. Another project at the University of Birmingham uses quantum effects to detect underground infrastructure efficiently.
By leveraging quantum technology, Britain aims to tap into the rapidly growing global quantum market, projected to reach £90 billion within a decade. It’s a strategic move to ensure Britain’s position as a pioneer in this transformative field.