40 Years of Quantum Technologies
Hosted by IET Bristol
About
Professor John Rarity (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Rarity), Professor of Optical Communications Systems in the School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering has been recognised for his pioneering work on the quantum nature of light and its applications. His research has helped build the foundations for emerging quantum technologies that may soon impact many areas of science and everyday life.
In this IET Bristol Annual Prestige Lecture, he will give an overview of the development of this field as it evolved from study of the foundational aspects of quantum physics, particularly entanglement, into development of applications such as quantum computing, communications and sensing. On the way he will highlight his role in key breakthroughs and quantum start-ups such as QLM Technology Ltd.
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Continuing Professional Development
This event can contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of the IET's CPD monitoring scheme.
09 Jul 2025
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Organiser
- Bristol Local Network
Registration information
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Speakers
Prof. John Rarity
Professor of Optical Communications Systems - University of Bristol
Professor John Rarity, Professor of Optical Communications Systems in the School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering has been recognised for his pioneering work on the quantum nature of light and its applications. His research has helped build the foundations for emerging quantum technologies that may soon impact many areas of science and everyday life.
Professor Rarity won the Thomas Young Medal and Prize in 1995, was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS) in 2015 and won the Micius Quantum Prize in 2023.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Rarity
Reasons to attend
Come and celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) at IET Bristol's Annual Prestige Lecture, presenting Prof. John Rarity's forty years at the forefront of quantum technologies, and informally meet fellow engineers from the area.
Programme
Arrival, Networking and Refreshments: 18.30
Presentation: 19:00 – 20:30 (including questions)
Further Networking: 20:30 - 21:00