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INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF QUANTUM SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY



100 years of quantum is just the beginning…

On June 7, 2024, the United Nations proclaimed 2025 as the International Year of
Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ). According to the proclamation, this
year-long, worldwide initiative will "be observed through activities at all
levels aimed at increasing public awareness of the importance of quantum science
and applications."

The year 2025 was chosen for this International Year as it recognizes 100 years
since the initial development of quantum mechanics. Join us in engaging with
quantum science and technology education and celebration throughout 2025!


BACKGROUND AND HISTORY

Recognizing the importance of quantum science and the need for wider awareness
of its past and future impact, dozens of national scientific societies gathered
together to support marking 100 years of quantum mechanics with a U.N.-declared
international year. The timeline of endorsements for this international year
also included the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics (IUPAP), the
International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC), the International
Union of Crystallography (IUCr), and the International Union of History and
Philosophy of Science and Technology (IUHPST).

Led by the nation of Mexico, in May 2023 the Executive Board of the United
Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) endorsed a
resolution encouraging official UN proclamation, followed by an endorsement of
the full UNESCO General Conference in November 2023, which was co-sponsored by
nearly 60 countries.

In May 2024, the nation of Ghana formally submitted a draft resolution for
official proclamation of the International Year to the U.N. General Assembly
that garnered co-sponsorship from six countries before its approval. On June 7,
2024 the U.N. General Assembly officially declared 2025 to be The International
Year of Quantum Science and Technology.


WHAT COMES NEXT?

The U.N. declaration is a signal for any individual, group, school, institution,
or government to use 2025 as an opportunity to increase awareness about quantum
science and technology. The IYQ Steering Committee is planning global
initiatives and events, particularly those that reach audiences unaware of the
importance of quantum science and technology. As 2025 approaches, this website
will spotlight events, resources, and activities focused on quantum science.

We hope you’ll join us in supporting the International Year of Quantum Science
and Technology. Societies, institutions, universities, and corporations
interested in becoming official sponsors of IYQ global initiatives and events
can learn more about sponsorship opportunities, or contact info@quantum2025.org.

Looking forward, quantum science and technology will be a key cross-cutting
scientific field of the 21st century, having a tremendous impact on critical
societal challenges highlighted by the U.N.'s 2030 Sustainable Development
Goals, including climate, energy, food safety and security, and clean water. The
most important step in finding new insights and new solutions will be inspiring
young people, drawn from all over the world, to be the next generation of
quantum pioneers who see beyond the surfaces and screens around them and use
quantum science to make a positive difference in the lives of others. This
International Year is an opportunity for young people — and curious people of
any age — to learn more about all the ways quantum science underpins the
physical world around us, drives technological innovation, affects government
policies, impacts the global economy, and influences art and culture.

In the lead up to 2025, any individual, group, organization, institution, or
government can help aid the mission of the International Year by facilitating
the creation of events or resources that will help others to improve their
understanding of the importance and impact of quantum science and technology.
Events and resources from around the world will be featured on this site in
2025.

About

A global initiative that aims to strengthen national capacities in the basic
sciences and science education.

Timeline

Follow the path to celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science and
Technology.

Partners

The proposal for an International Year of Quantum Science and Technology has
been endorsed by leading international scientific societies, academies, and
unions throughout the world.

Sponsorship

All organizations involved in quantum science and technology can play a role in
supporting and benefitting from the IYQ initiative.

Events & Resources

Submit your event or online resource for the International Year of Quantum
Science and Technology.

© 2024 International Year of Quantum Science and Technology Partners

For further information please contact info@quantum2025.org