Key specialists are being called upon to join a board advising the UK Government in seizing the transformative potential of quantum technologies today.
An Expression of Interest (EOI) has now launched for new members to join DSIT’s Quantum Strategic Advisory Board (SAB) and deliver upon the government’s mission to advance quantum technologies in the UK.
The recruitment push comes as a UK delegation is set to fly the flag for British quantum at a global event in Paris celebrating quantum’s remarkable impact on the world in the past century.
The UK’s role in developing gamechanging quantum technologies
With at least 160 companies active up and down the country, the UK is home to the second largest quantum sector globally, strongly supported by investment from the public and private sectors.
To raise awareness of how quantum technology innovations improve lives by driving growth, creating jobs and delivering breakthroughs in fields like healthcare, UK officials, led by the National Technology Advisor, will mark the start of the International Year of Quantum in Paris today.
The event, convened by UNESCO, marks 100 years since the initial development of quantum mechanics and brings together the leading lights in the field from across the entire world to exchange ideas and showcase best practices in quantum science education, research and industry applications.
Quantum technologies harness the unique properties of subatomic particles to process information and solve pressing problems in a new way.
New innovations in quantum, such as improved health diagnostics and future proofing cyber security to make streets safe, will help drive the government’s Plan for Change.
How quantum experts can support transformative changes
To seize the potential of this technology and support the UK’s vision to be a leading quantum-enabled economy, DSIT is expanding and bolstering its Quantum Strategic Advisory Board.
“Joining the Quantum Advisory Board is a great opportunity for those who understand the potential of quantum technology best to help harness the benefits of quantum for the economy and society,” explained UK Science Minister Lord Vallance.
“This government restates its commitment to quantum science and technology, and the advice of the Board will be invaluable as we continue to play a key role in ensuring the UK maintains its leadership in this area.”
Leading experts from academia and industry can apply to join the Board, chaired by Sir Peter Knight, and advise the UK government on quantum technologies, contributing to the implementation of the National Quantum Strategy.
Future innovations in quantum will transform key industries
As a critical technology that offers solutions in almost every sector, from healthcare to energy, quantum will form an important part of the government’s forthcoming industrial strategy.
Dave Smith, the UK’s National Technology Advisor, concluded: “It’s only right that in 2025 we are celebrating quantum’s transformative potential.
“From telecommunications to improved medical imaging, quantum science and technology have been central to the groundbreaking innovations of this century.
“The future innovations that could emerge from quantum will help us benefit from the enlightened combination of long-term partnerships between academia, government, and the private sector.
“They will benefit all of us in our daily lives by growing brilliant UK companies and creating jobs.”
