"Coffee & Chips" is an informal lecture series exploring semiconductor and sensor technology in Europe. On May 22, we will hear a talk by Lasse Vines, centre director at DSQS.

Quantum technologies have attracted growing attention in recent years. In Norway, several initiatives have been launched to advance both fundamental and industrial research, alongside the development of new study programs. In December, the Research Council of Norway announced four new research centres in quantum technology: two focused on algorithms, one on communication, and one on sensing.

 

The University of Oslo is involved in two of these centres. One of them, Defects in Semiconductors for Quantum Sensing (DSQS), is coordinated by UiO with Lasse Vines as centre director. The centre is a collaboration between UiO, SINTEF, FFI, and several Nordic partners. DSQS aim to act as a hub for semiconductor-based quantum technology, with a center of gravity around quantum defects, and driven by applications within quantum sensing. Thus, the centre will cover a large range of competences and technology readiness levels.

 

In this presentation, Lasse will review recent quantum technology initiatives in Norway and introduce the DSQS centre, its scientific focus, and its role in the emerging Norwegian quantum technology landscape.