The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) to commemorate the centennial of key developments in quantum mechanics by Heisenberg, Born, Jordan, and Schrödinger. This initiative, recognised on June 7, 2024, underscores the global importance and potential of quantum technologies, aiming to enhance national capacities in basic sciences and science education.
Thierry Breton, EU Commissioner for Internal Market, emphasized that quantum technologies hold significant promise for advancing sustainability and equity. Since the early 1900s, quantum mechanics has driven progress across various scientific fields, leading to innovations such as precise sensors for underground mapping and advanced medical imaging.
The UN’s declaration recognizes quantum science and technology’s potential to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in areas like energy, education, health, and climate action. Innovations include quantum photonics for medical imaging, quantum chemistry for drug development, and quantum engineering for energy-efficient technologies.
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