The Quantum Information Center Sorbonne (QICS) aims at coordinating research, teaching and outreach efforts within the Alliance Sorbonne Université on quantum information — quantum computing and quantum communications — as well as its impact in other fields. It gathers a large community from computer science to physics, but also mathematics and humanities.

It builds on the unique set of knowledge and skills within the Alliance Sorbonne Université from fundamental computer science to quantum physics, experimental demonstrations of quantum advantage, social, economic and philosophical studies of digital technologies.

The QICS is dedicated to intensifying experimental – theoretical research and engineering interactions along with exploring societal implications of this new way to treat information. This includes increased teaching efforts in this field and raise of awareness and collaboration within the innovation and industrial ecosystems.
General objectives of the Centre can be summarised as:

• Trigger research excellence and collaborative works among Alliance Sorbonne Université
• Promote a consistent teaching curriculum, from undergraduate to doctoral studies and continuing education.
• Outreach toward the general public, other scientific areas, and industries.