Quantum Revolution: Ireland’s Roadmap to 2030

Quantum technology stands as a captivating and swiftly progressing domain of scientific exploration, poised to bring about substantial disruptions in the medium to long term. The potential applications of this groundbreaking technology span from revolutionising drug discovery, creating novel materials and addressing climate change to transforming financial services, bolstering cybersecurity and establishing a quantum internet. In response to this transformative landscape, governments and private investors worldwide are pouring billions of euros into research and development, sparking a global race for supremacy in the quantum realm.

Within this dynamic environment, Ireland emerges as an exceptionally positioned player ready to seize the opportunities offered by quantum technology.

The nation boasts a closely-knit quantum community, leveraging capabilities and strengths across the entire quantum spectrum that surpass its modest size. Furthermore, Ireland hosts some of the world’s largest quantum technology enterprises. Through a cohesive national quantum technology strategy, these strengths can be harnessed to realise an ambitious vision: by 2030, Ireland aims to be an internationally competitive hub, leading the way in quantum technologies through scientific breakthroughs, engineering advancements, research excellence, talent development, collaboration and innovation.

The strategy unfolds across four distinct pillars, complemented by an entangled fifth pillar that interlaces with each of the others. Notably, the strategy places significant emphasis on fundamental research in broad quantum science and engineering, with a growing focus on quantum technologies as the pillars progress.

Vision

By 2030, Ireland is an internationally competitive hub in quantum technologies at the forefront of scientific and engineering advances, through research, talent, collaboration and innovation.

Pillar 1: Research Excellence

The first pillar centres on bolstering fundamental and applied quantum research, acknowledging that internationally acclaimed research serves as the bedrock for advancements in quantum technologies. Ireland’s commendable track record in quantum research requires further enhancement to facilitate breakthrough discoveries and drive a continuous flow of innovations and technologies. Fostering top-tier science and engineering talent is deemed the most effective method to disseminate knowledge throughout the economy and society.

Pillar 2: Talent Development

Recognising the paramount importance of a skilled workforce, Pillar 2 focuses on cultivating a pipeline of agile, innovative and highly skilled individuals spanning the spectrum of quantum science, engineering and technology. Simultaneously, efforts are made to improve equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), reflecting a strategic, no-regret investment for the state.

Pillar 3: National and International Collaboration

As a small nation, Ireland intends to leverage its interconnectedness by contributing to and learning from international best practices. Pillar 3 emphasises the necessity for enhanced national and international collaboration in the field of quantum technologies, ensuring that the opportunities presented by quantum advancements are fully realised.

Pillar 4: Innovation and Entrepreneurship

To capitalise on the opportunities afforded by quantum technologies, Pillar 4 directs attention towards stimulating innovation and entrepreneurship within the sector. This involves encouraging collaborative efforts between academia and enterprises, with a specific focus on indigenous small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Pillar 5: Quantum Literacy

Given the rapid evolution of quantum technologies, Pillar 5 highlights the importance of building awareness among a broad range of stakeholders. The objective is to create a quantum-literate society capable of fully embracing the benefits that quantum technologies can bring to everyone. This pillar ensures that actions outlined in Pillars 1 to 4 are complemented by a concerted effort to raise awareness and understanding of quantum technologies across diverse segments of society.

In conclusion, Ireland’s strategic vision for quantum technologies aims not only to position the nation as a global leader in the field but also to create a quantum-savvy society that reaps the full spectrum of benefits offered by this transformative technology. Through unwavering focus on research, talent development, collaboration, innovation and societal awareness, Ireland endeavours to carve out a significant niche in the rapidly evolving landscape of quantum technologies by the year 2030.

Source: Ireland Government

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