Norwegian government allocates NOK 70 million (US$6.6 million) from the national budget to quantum research
Norway’s Digitalization and Public Governance Minister Karianne Thun, Defense Minister Björn Arild Gramm and Research and Higher Education Minister Odmund Hoer agree to allocate NOK 70 million annually to quantum technology research as part of the national budget. did. They started this effort at the Oslomet Quantum Hub. Mr. Hoel emphasized the urgency of advanced data processing, and Mr. Tung highlighted the potential of quantum technologies in addressing societal challenges such as climate change and healthcare. Mr. Graham emphasized the importance of secure communications as quantum technology develops. Oslomet Rector Kristen Crow praised the initiative and emphasized Oslomet’s leading role in this field. The news release announcing this new initiative can be accessed on the OsloMet website here.
October 5, 2024
Doug Finke2024-10-05T15:18:16-07:00