The University of Maryland has launched the Maryland Institute for Quantum Applications under ARLIS to develop quantum computing, networking, and sensing tools for national defense and intelligence operations. MIQA builds on ARLIS’s applied research capabilities and nearly $25 million in recent quantum-related funding, aligning with Maryland’s broader “Capital of Quantum” initiative to attract $1 billion in investment. The institute intends to strengthen the national security workforce through programs like the Research for Intelligence & Security Challenges internship, which connects students to real-world government problems. Located in UMD’s Discovery District, MIQA will collaborate with nearby research entities and continue ARLIS’s role in evaluating commercial quantum technologies for government integration.
UMD Establishes Maryland Institute for Quantum Applications to Advance Defense and Intelligence Technologies (Quantum Insider)
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