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100 YEARS OF QUANTUM
IS JUST THE BEGINNING

The 2025 International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) recognizes 100 years since the initial development of quantum mechanics. Join us in engaging with quantum science and technology and celebrating throughout the year!

Madrid, Spain
Sep 15
Workshop Entangle This VI: 100 Years of Quantum
Quito, Ecuador
Sep 15
Encuentro de Física
Quito, Ecuador
Sep 15
–Sep 19
Encuentro de Física
Rome, Italy
Sep 15
–Sep 16
Quantum Networks and Complexity Workshop
Cartagena D.T. Y C., Colombia
Sep 15
–Sep 17
Jornada de Ciencia y Tecnología Cuántica
Ashtarak, Armenia
Sep 16
International Conference on Laser Physics, 2025
Tysons, Virginia, United State...
Sep 16
Quantum World Congress
Olomouc, Czech Republic
Sep 16
–Sep 17
Quantum Olomouc
Ashtarak, Armenia
Sep 16
Conferencia Internacional sobre Física Láser, 2025
Ashtarak, Arménie
Sep 16
Conférence internationale sur la physique des lasers, 20...
Erice, Sicily, Italy
Sep 17
–Oct 02
Quantum Technology from Fundamental Science to Real-worl...
Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India
Sep 17
Special Outreach Program at Regional Science Centre Bhav...

What Is IYQ?

Recognizing the importance of quantum science and the need for wider awareness of its past and future impact, dozens of national scientific societies gathered together to support marking 100 years of quantum mechanics with a U.N.-declared international year. 

On June 7, 2024, the United Nations proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ). According to the proclamation, this year-long, worldwide initiative will “be observed through activities at all levels aimed at increasing public awareness of the importance of quantum science and applications.”

Anyone, anywhere can participate in IYQ by helping others to learn more about quantum on this centennial occasion, participating in or organizing an IYQ event, or simply taking the time to learn more about quantum science and technology.

Latest News

Around the world, individuals, universities, research institutions, scientific societies, governments, and industry are celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science & Technology. Visit the Newsroom for the latest IYQ news and IYQ-approved media resources.

Sep 10
Quantum Turns 100—and the UK Is Throwing a Week-Long Celebration
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History of Science, Quantum Science
Sep 09
The History of Light and the Birth of Quantum Physics
Richard Sottie
Sep 08
Announcement of Quantum Season at Science Gallery London
Lucy Donoughue

Follow Our Socials

Join the movement bringing Quantum Science and Technology to audiences worldwide. Use our hashtags for a chance to be featured on our platforms!

#IYQ2025

#QuantumCurious

#QuantumFuture

#QuantumYear

#STEMEducation

Quantum Resource Library

Individuals and organizations are encouraged to share. Visit the Quantum Resource Library for the latest IYQ news.

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IYQ Partners

Thank you to all of our partners for making IYQ 2025 a reality! Visit the Partners Page to view the full list of IYQ partners, sponsors, and supporters.

Leading Partners

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Founding Partners

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