Poznan University of Technology (PUT) has become the first institution in Poland to host an on-premises quantum computer, the IQM Radiance R1, marking a significant step beyond cloud-based access to the technology and enabling direct, hands-on research. This installation represents the second operational quantum computer deployed in Poland by IQM Quantum Computers, signaling growing national investment in quantum infrastructure and a commitment to bolstering STEM fields. The university specifically prioritized IQM’s deployable systems to provide researchers, students, and engineers with local access for experimentation and hardware-level research. “This is proof of our production quantum approach, where institutions such as Poznań University of Technology own their quantum computers, build internal expertise, and develop their own intellectual property,” said Jan Goetz, CEO and Co-founder of IQM Quantum Computers. The move aligns with both Poland’s national quantum technology roadmap and broader European initiatives aiming to establish technological sovereignty.
IQM Radiance R1 Deployed for On-Premises Quantum Access
The installed system, an IQM Radiance R1, provides direct, hands-on access to quantum hardware for researchers, students, and engineers at PUT, and this capability is expected to accelerate advancements in quantum technologies within the country and beyond. The university’s deliberate selection of IQM stemmed from the company’s specialization in deployable, on-premises systems, a crucial factor for fostering in-depth research and educational opportunities. Beyond immediate research applications, PUT plans to integrate the IQM Radiance R1 into its curriculum, launching a new engineering program this October and a dedicated master’s degree program in quantum computing. These initiatives will extend to outreach programs like the Polish Quantum Olympiad for secondary school students and hackathons, broadening access to quantum education.
Prof. Teofil Jesionowski, Rector of Poznan University of Technology, emphasized the transformative potential of this investment, stating, “The launch of a quantum computer at Poznan University of Technology is not only a milestone in the advancement of research, but above all the beginning of a new era in the education of our students.” With 23 systems sold globally, IQM is actively expanding its reach, pursuing listings on both the Nasdaq Stock Exchange in the U. S. and Nasdaq Helsinki, reflecting the increasing commercial viability of quantum computing and the company’s ambition to serve a growing international clientele.
Poznan University of Technology Expands Quantum Education Programs
Poznan University of Technology’s recent installation of an IQM Radiance R1 quantum computer distinguishes it from institutions relying solely on remote, cloud-based access to quantum processing units; this on-premises system provides a dedicated platform for direct hardware interaction, fostering a more immersive research and learning environment. The university’s strategic decision to prioritize a deployable, on-premises system was driven by the need for hands-on experimentation opportunities for both students and researchers, extending beyond theoretical study to practical application and hardware-level investigation. IQM’s expansion reflects the increasing commercial momentum within the quantum computing sector and the growing demand for accessible, on-site quantum capabilities.
The launch of a quantum computer at Poznan University of Technology is not only a milestone in the advancement of research, but above all the beginning of a new era in the education of our students.
Prof. Teofil Jesionowski, Rector of Poznan University of Technology
Source: https://iqm.tech/
