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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

equs.org Introducing the EQUS Legacy Website documenting EQUS’s achievements and history, telling the story of EQUS's impact in quantum discovery, engagement, capacity building (people and facilities), research translation, improving equity in STEM, and helping build an Australian quantum ecosystem

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

You don’t need to be a scientist to learn about quantum – even babies can do it! Author Chris Ferrie will host a trip through the 'weird, tiny and always surprising' world of quantum Wed 13th at National Communication Museum, Melb—part of Quantum Futures exhibition 🧪 ⚛️ ncm.org.au/events/quant...

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Quantum Storytime with Chris Ferrie

Join children's author, science educator and quantum physicist Chris Ferrie on a journey through quantum physics. Jump into the theme of National Science Week 2025, ‘Decoding the Universe’, with Chri...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

The project is led by Postdoctoral Research Fellows Dr Charles Woffinden and Dr Andrew Groszek, who were also behind the earlier research. Congratulations to all involved on moving this breakthrough one step closer to deployment!

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

It builds on earlier work supported by EQUS’ Translational Research Program and the Australian Army, where classical sensors were used to demonstrate the concept. The CTCP project takes the next step by integrating quantum sensing for higher resolution and precision.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

This capability has major implications for transport logistics, improving load optimisation, vehicle safety, and operational efficiency across sectors such as freight and defence.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

This allows not only for accurate weight measurement but also a detailed 3D map of how the mass is distributed and where the centre of mass lies.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Unlike traditional weighbridges that only measure an object’s total mass, this new technology will use high-precision quantum sensors to map the gravitational field produced by a vehicle.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

🧪 ⚛️ $326,170 has been awarded to Atomionics, in partnership with The University of Queensland and Exotopic, to develop a quantum-enabled, non-contact weighbridge as part of Round 2 of the Critical Technologies Challenge Program (CTCP)

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

Tonight in Brisbane – public lecture and fireside chat with Nobel Prize laureate Prof Donna Strickland who will share insights into her pioneering research, the future of laser physics, and her incredible journey to the Nobel Prize. 🧪⚛️ events.humanitix.com/professor-do...

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Professor Donna Strickland Public Lecture

The AIP, DST, EQUS, QUBIC, QUT and Griffith are thrilled to welcome Professor Donna Strickland to Brisbane on 14 July 2025 for the Quantum Year National Tour.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

"The future of science is cold." Live feed at Australia's National Communication Museum into the lab of Ben McAllister at Swinburne Uni, where Ben is installing a dilution fridge to attain temperatures as low as 10 millikelvin, allowing study of quantum phenomena in the search for dark matter. 🧪⚛️

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Quantum tech is advancing fast, but many policymakers and business decisionmakers find themselves confused by the science, let alone how to ID opportunities or risks This 4-module, instructor-paced course explores enough of the science to boost your understanding, so you can make informed decisions

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Quantum Technologies for Decision Makers: How to make strategic decisions when the science + engineering are shifting all around you 🧪⚛️ 👉 www.edx.org/learn/quantu...

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Quantum Technologies for Decision Makers

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

🫶 Special thanks to event partners: ARC Centre of Excellence in Quantum Biotechnology QLD Quantum & Advanced Technologies Research Institute, Griffith Uni QUT Centre for Materials Science @aip.org.au QLD, Defence Science and Technology Group

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

Prof. Strickland's 2018 Nobel Prize in Physics recognised her groundbreaking work in chirped pulse amplification, which revolutionised high-intensity laser applications Prof. Strickland continues to lead innovation in nonlinear optics and laser development.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

We are delighted to bring you Nobel Physics Prize Laureate Prof. Donna Strickland with a public lecture and fireside chat next month in Meanjin/Brisbane. ⚛️🧪 📅 Monday, 14 July 🕕 6PM 📍 State Library of Queensland + livestream 🎟️ www.quantum2025.org.au/quantum-year...

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Tara Murphy @taramurphy.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

Sydney (astro)physicists! @ausphysics.bsky.social and @philuponscience.bsky.social are looking for presenters for Physics in the Pub. You have 8 minutes to entertain, via: demos, stand up, quizzes, dance, or even powerpoint :) More information: www.linkedin.com/events/physi... ⚛️ #Astronomy ⚛️

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Physics in the Pub | LinkedIn

AIP Physics in the Pub 26/8/25 - Call for Presenters It’s the International year of Quantum Science and Technology, so come to the pub and talk about it! Or talk about something else physics related,...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

2022-24 Roadtrips by EQUS & @darkmatteraus.bsky.social plus earlier EQUS outreach efforts since 2018 have reached 4000+ students As part of its legacy, EQUS will co-sponsor the 2025 edition, which will continue to be led by CDM after EQUS ends. See more at www.qdmroadtrip.org

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Travelling 8000km Brisbane↝Broome the 13 scientists visited 18 schools + delivered 6 public events in remote towns + additional events in major cities + online The goal was to make quantum science accessible to students who may never have met a scientist before 2022👉 youtu.be/qU7bRzgi1VQ

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2022 National Quantum & Dark Matter Road Trip

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

The National Quantum & Dark Matter Road Trip takes physics beyond the city limits, because kids’ access to science shouldn’t depend on their postcode ⚛️🧪 A Roadtrip 2024 milestone was visiting schools + First Nations communities in NT for the first time 2023👉 youtu.be/AEIchs6J93U?...

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2023 National Quantum & Dark Matter Road Trip

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The Australian Institute of Physics @aip.org.au · 06/06/2025

The 2026 Women in Physics Lecturer nominations have been extended to 15 June. The awardee will give the national Marie Curie Lectures. The award is open to women who made a significant contribution to physics research & communicate their work to the public. www.aip.org.au/Women-in-Physics-Lecturer

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Quantum tech is no longer hype—it’s real + advancing fast. This 4-module course helps decision makers understand the science & make smarter calls. No physics degree required🧪⚛️ 🔗 www.edx.org/learn/quantu... Developed and led by Andrew White, Russell Manfield & Ashlee Caddell at University of Qld

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

This resource was created by a team of EQUS scientists headed by Charles Woffinden at The University of Queensland and Lachlan Rogers @quantumdiamonds.bsky.social at University of Newcastle, along with Amy Navarathna, Kristen Harley, and Timothy Hirsch.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Please share with family, friends, schools and anyone else. And we'd also love feedback on anything we missed!

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

The four-part explainer series is a free resource for any educators, students, or science communicators looking to share accurate but accessible content. …part of EQUS's mission to 'de-scarify' quantum physics. A worthy goal in this International Year of Quantum Science and Technology #IYQ2025

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

Curious about quantum physics but not sure where to start—or got friends, family, students in that boat? EQUS's quantum explainer series breaks down the quantum basics, from 'what’s an atom?' to entanglement, tunnelling, and Bose-Einstein condensates🧪⚛️ Check them out at equs.org/explainers

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

How can quantum physics change notions of cause and effect? Fabio Costa (previously Uni of Queensland, now Nordita) investigates causal relations to determine how quantum physics might change our understanding of cause and effect > improvements in quantum computing 🧪⚛️ 👉 equs.org/sites/defaul...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Calling all Canberra quantum enthusiasts: Come along to Quantum Physics in the Pub 29th June to hear local experts unravel the mysteries of the quantum realm in a fun, relaxed, and entertaining setting. 🧪⚛️

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Glowing diamonds are a quantum scientist’s best friend. Lachlan Rogers (University of Newcastle Australia) is investigating diamond colour centres towards revolutionary new quantum technologies ⚛️🧪 👉 equs.org/sites/defaul...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

What’s the link between fraud detection, 💰 algorithms & quantum optics? In this talk, Gerard Milburn draws a direct line from quantum physics to real-world applications—and the case for sovereign quantum capability. Smart, sharp, and grounded in both theory & tech strategy 🧪⚛️ youtu.be/pwr05upYRoA

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Public Lecture | Quantum Computing: Real-World Applications by Prof. Gerard Milburn

Discover how quantum computing is being applied to tackle complex, real-world challenges across industries. Whether you are an expert in the field or simply ...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Can quantum physics make the internet more secure? Jacq Romero (Uni of Queensland) is conducting experiments with photons to investigate quantum entanglement, helping to develop the quantum internet, which will be very different from the internet today ⚛️🧪 👉more at equs.org/sites/defaul...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Using a single trapped ytterbium ion as a quantum computer to simulate molecules, modelling complex changes in energy levels of organic molecules interacting with light. Nice writeup on the recent University of Sydney paper ⚛️🧪

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

"Quantum computers have the potential to revolutionise technology. But at the moment they don't work very well!" Theoretical quantum physicist Salini Karuvade (Uni of Sydney) is seeking to overcome challenges associated with creating computers based on quantum systems 🧪⚛️ equs.org/sites/defaul...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

💯 agree! Eg, the first proposal for a quantum logic gate (1989); first demonstration of an unambiguously entangled quantum gate (2003); first quantum chemistry calculation on a quantum computer (2010)...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

Accepting our unapologetic bias towards Australian contributions, and EQUS-related events, we're interested to know what others in quantum think. What (or who!) have we missed? See the high-res version at equs.org/sites/defaul... and the full magazine at equs.org/equs-spotlig...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

What are *your* 'greatest hits' of (Australian) quantum? The new EQUS magazine includes a one-page timeline of 100+ years of quantum, starting with wave-particle duality and black-body radiation around 1900, right up to 2025, being the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology ⚛️🧪

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

...part of the EQUS magazine celebrating Aus excellence in quantum research, and the quantum researchers who do it! See the complete magazine, along with exercise sheets for students and teachers, at equs.org/equs-spotlig...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 10/05/2025

What can quantum physics reveal about gravitational waves and dark matter? 🧪⚛️ At the University of Western Australia, quantum physicists William Campbell and Emma Paterson are aiming to solve these mysteries. A @futurumcareers.bsky.social feature... equs.org/sites/defaul...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

If you missed Lachlan and Sarath on the radio yesterday morning, catch up at 2ser.com/episodes/2se... Their interview starts about 41 minutes in, discussing the second quantum revolution, EQUS, and today's public Quantum Experience at Macquarie Uni www.ryde.nsw.gov.au/Events/Listi...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

If attending in person, arrival is 5:45pm for a 6:00pm start. Following the talk there will be light refreshments where attendees can engage directly with Professor Milburn and other leading academics in the quantum physics industry.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Whether you are an expert in the field or simply interested in its potential, this event promises valuable insights into the future of quantum technologies.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Discover how quantum computing is changing the game EQUS, Quantum Australia, the QLD Government & the Australian Institute of Physics QLD branch invite you to a public lecture on quantum computing's real-world applications 5.45 pm 13 May, Brisbane City Hall + live streamed

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Curious about quantum? Join us at the EQUS Brisbane Showcase—a free, public event celebrating QLD’s growing quantum & advanced technology community ⚛️🧪 🗓 Thursday 15 May 2025 🕒 3-6:30pm 📍 Customs House, Brisbane Register via: events.humanitix.com/equs-brisban...

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Thanks to Futurum, and also the champion EQUS researchers who donated their time to helping write these features, namely Jacquiline Romero, Thomas Volz, William Campbell, Emma Paterson, Fabio Costa, Salini Karuvade, Lachlan Rogers and Stefan Zeppetzauer.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

This magazine highlights some examples of the fascinating research conducted at EQUS and shares some of the personal journeys of our researchers. We hope their stories will resonate with future quantum researchers, and help demystify the realm of quantum physics for everyone.

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Introducing the new 'EQUS magazine', developed with Futurum, celebrating excellence in quantum research, and the quantum researchers who do it. + hopefully inspiring others to consider a quantum career – helping engineer our quantum future. 🧪⚛️ Read: futurumcareers.com/EQUS.pdf

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ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems EQUS @equscoe.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

EQUS's Lachlan Rogers @quantumdiamonds.bsky.social (Uni of Newcastle) and Sarath Raman Nair (Macquarie Uni) will be on Sydney radio station 2SER Breakfast show, Monday 5 May ~6.45am describing events of the EQUS Sydney showcase ⚛️🧪 107.3FM in Sydney or listen live at 2ser.com/2ser-breakfa...

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