IonQ has announced a strategic collaboration with Emergence Quantum, an Australian research and development company focused on quantum hardware innovation.
This initiative builds on IonQ’s momentum in Australia and reinforces its commitment to advancing quantum innovation through strategic global partnerships.
Emergence Quantum – created by former members of Microsoft’s quantum team – has decades of experience, strong public and private sector relationships and a deep understanding of the Australian and US quantum tech landscapes.
As part of the collaboration, IonQ and Emergence Quantum will expand on existing advances in ion trap technology by co-developing next-generation electronics and materials. This includes the design and simulation of application-specific integrated circuits for qubit control. The teams will also work to reduce hardware complexity while scaling system capacity. Additionally, they will explore new materials and deposition techniques to enhance ion trap performance.
“This collaboration furthers IonQ’s efforts to tap into one of the world’s most promising quantum talent pools while contributing meaningfully to Australia’s growing quantum industry,” said Dr. Dean Kassmann, SVP of IonQ’s Engineering and Technology division.
This work builds on IonQ’s ongoing work in the region, including its collaboration with the Australian National University.
Prof. David Reilly, Emergence Quantum CEO and co-founder, said: “The challenge in Australia has always been how to bring in international investment, without losing the key know-how and talent that we have here. Collaborating with IonQ allows us to accelerate the pace of Australia’s quantum development and growth.
