Quantum projects at RISE: Helping shape Europe's tech future
World Quantum Day is an opportunity to spotlight the research that's bringing quantum science out of theory and into everyday applications. At RISE, we’re proud to be involved in three major European projects that are taking quantum technologies out of the lab and into society: OpenSuperQPlus, EuRyQa, and PASQuanS2.
These projects aren’t just experiments in physics. They’re building blocks for future industries, better healthcare, stronger materials, and smarter problem-solving tools. As part of the Horizon Europe programme, they show what can happen when experts across Europe work together.
OpenSuperQPlus: Toward a 1000-Qubit Machine
The OpenSuperQPlus project is focused on building a large-scale quantum computer based on superconducting technology. It’s being developed step by step, starting with a 100-qubit prototype before scaling up to 1,000 qubits.
Why does that matter? Because quantum computers can handle problems that traditional computers simply can't. These systems could, in the future, help simulate complex molecules or optimise massive logistics networks in ways that today are either too slow or impossible. OpenSuperQPlus brings together partners from across Europe to tackle both the technical challenges and the broader ecosystem needed to support such a computer.
EuRyQa: Building with atoms
EuRyQa (European Infrastructure for Rydberg Quantum Computing) is taking a different route. This project focuses on Rydberg atoms, which have special properties that make them well-suited for building quantum processors.
What makes EuRyQa stand out is that it aims to connect and standardise different Rydberg-based platforms. Rather than one solution, it’s building a network that can evolve and scale. This approach gives Europe flexibility, diversity in expertise, and a stronger foundation for the long-term growth of quantum computing.
PASQuanS2: Simulating the world
PASQuanS2 is all about quantum simulation. Think of it as creating controlled environments where researchers can model extremely complex systems, like quantum materials or large molecules using thousands of atoms.
That might sound abstract, but the potential applications are very concrete. From new types of batteries to more efficient energy systems, PASQuanS2 is helping scientists ask better questions and test their theories in new ways.
This is the kind of work that sets the stage for future breakthroughs—not just in science, but also in the industries that will use it.
RISE’s role: Supporting the engine behind innovation
At RISE, we don’t just follow cutting-edge quantum research - we help drive it forward. Our role is in the engine behind development, implementation, and real-world impact. That means crafting smart outreach strategies, offering innovation support, and providing guidance on intellectual property, helping teams make sure their work is both protected and publishable.
We also bring different perspectives together. Researchers often speak a different language than industry, and we help bridge that gap. Whether it’s through communication planning, transversal skills workshops, or input into policy discussions, our goal is to make sure great ideas don’t stay locked in labs or reports - but reach the people and industries who can really use them.
Quantum technologies, although considered still very new, are moving fast, and we are proud to support the people and projects turning potential into reality. At RISE, we’re committed to helping shape a future where quantum innovation can thrive across Europe.
