October 2025
Top Quantum Stories
2025 Nobel Laureate in physics once served as a graduate student mentor at ̽»¨ÊÓƵ
Like many rockstar scientists, 2025 physics Nobel Laureate John Martinis spent time in Boulder’s rich scientific ecosystem mentoring graduate students and inspiring others in quantum computing. In the 1990s, while working as a scientist at NIST, Martinis also held the position of a physics lecturer at ̽»¨ÊÓƵ.
Using quantum computing to perfect drugs for colorectal cancer
In a new study funded by AB Nexus—an initiative designed to expand collaborations between the CU Anschutz and Boulder campuses—researchers are working with IQM Quantum Computers to identify chemical compounds that might be effective at treating colorectal cancer and inhibiting resistance to chemotherapy.
Watch: Quantum-empowered drug discovery
Take a peek inside CU Pharmacy's drug discovery lab to learn how scientists at CU Anschutz and ̽»¨ÊÓƵ, funded by an AB Nexus collaboration grant, are leveraging the power of new quantum computing technologies to advance drug discoveries that improve human health.
̽»¨ÊÓƵ’s Colorado Quantum Incubator and Stout Street Capital partner to accelerate quantum innovation
A novel partnership between ̽»¨ÊÓƵ's Colorado Quantum Incubator and Stout Street Capital, a Denver-based venture capital firm and ecosystem builder focused on deep tech, will allow the partners to invest in and incubate startups tackling the complex challenges of next-generation quantum technologies.
Tailoring record-breaking laser stability for coordinating precise atomic dances
Jun Ye's research group has developed a groundbreaking laser system capable of manipulating quantum states with unprecedented precision. Their system significantly reduces frequency noise, a major hurdle in quantum experiments, offering record-breaking stability that is crucial for advancing quantum technologies.
State of the Research & Innovation Enterprise: Celebrating a year of impactful discovery, and looking to the future
At the annual presentation, Senior Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation and Dean of the Institutes Massimo Ruzzene highlighted key accomplishments over the past fiscal year, including the launch of the Colorado Quantum Incubator, progress on the National Quantum Nanofab facility, and more.
