Registration deadline: 29th March 2017

Networking event: 8th February 2017

Webinar: 13th February 2017

Innovate UK, in collaboration with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, invites registrations for their commercialisation of quantum technologies – feasibility study. This competition aims to encourage collaborative feasibility studies that will improve understanding of the technical or market feasibility of a product or service in the field of quantum technology. The scope of this competition allows for both technical and non-technical projects. This includes projects that focus on understanding the business or market opportunity and challenges. In addition, the following technologies have been identified as critical components or sub-systems within future quantum systems: •vacuum systems;

•stabilised laser systems;

•integrated systems, including integrated lasers and vacuums;

•algorithms, control and interpretation software;

•single photon light sources and detectors.

Non-technical projects will involve work to understand future markets, applications or business models, the route to future commercialisation, adoption of quantum technologies, and the impact that quantum technologies might have on existing businesses or business models.

UK based businesses working in collaboration with other businesses, research bases or a third sector may apply. The projects are expected to be carried out in the UK.

Project costs are expected to range between £50,000 and £400,000 and last six to 12 months. Small businesses are eligible to receive up to 70% of eligible project costs, medium-sized businesses up to 60%, and large businesses up to 50%. The total funding available is £4 million.