The United Nations proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ). IYQ is a global initiative that aims to strengthen national capacities in the basic sciences and science education. This initiative will highlight the contribution of quantum science to our increased knowledge and understanding of the physical universe, as well as the critical role of quantum science and technology in developing sustainable solutions in energy, education, communications, and human health. Throughout the year, a variety of events will take place worldwide to celebrate all aspects of quantum science.
One of these initiatives is the creation of a special issue of Physics in Canada celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. The goal of this special issue is to create an overview of Canadian research in quantum science and technology, broadly construed, showcasing its diversity and impact.
We invite members of the Canadian quantum community to submit one-page proposals for contributions to a special issue of Physics in Canada celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.
Deadline and submission instructions appear below.
Relevant topics include, but are not limited to:
- Quantum Biology
- Quantum Chemistry
- Quantum Computation
- Quantum Cryptography
- Quantum Education
- Quantum Foundations
- Quantum Gravity
- Quantum Information
- Quantum Materials
- Quantum Sensing
Types of contributions
- Feature review articles that describe a particular topic with a Canadian perspective (up to 1500 words, not including figures)
- One-page highlights of important questions in quantum science (up to 500 words, not including figures) – examples can be found in the Superconductivity issue
Proposal submissions will be accepted until February 28, 2025. A submission consists of a title, a list of authors, and an extended abstract of at most one page. Proposals are to be submitted to Ben Newling (bnewling@unb.ca).
Selected contributors will be sent instructions for preparation and submission of their official contributions. The final version of accepted contributions will be peer-reviewed before being published. All contributions will be gathered into a special issue to be posted on the public PiC-PaC website in December 2025.
The Guest Editors,
John Donohue (IQC), Ben Newling (UNB), and Neil J. Ross (Dalhousie U.)