Montana State University’s Applied Quantum CORE (QCORE) is supported by the Air Force Research Laboratory to move advanced quantum technology applications from concept and testing to market. The program includes research, economic development, and education and workforce development, the latter of which is overseen by MSU’s Science Math Resource Center and includes programs that help youth, educators and community members learn about quantum concepts and the quantum industry while establishing and promoting career pathways, internships and new training and educational programs at all levels.

 

Resources

 

International Year of Quantum - 2025

International Year of Quantum official logoThe UN resolution: “Invites the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to act as the lead agency and focal point for the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, and invites all Member States of the United Nations, members of the specialized agencies, observers of the General Assembly, as well as organizations within the United Nations system and other international and regional organizations, academia, civil society, the private sector and other relevant stakeholders to observe 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology”.

The mission of the International Year of Quantum Science & Technology (IYQ) is to use the occasion of 100 years of quantum mechanics in 2025 to help raise public awareness of the importance and impact of quantum science and applications on all aspects of life. Anyone, anywhere can participate in IYQ by helping others to learn more about quantum on this centennial occasion or simply taking the time to learn more about it themselves.

Learn more about our celebration of the International Year of Quantum and upcoming events.

 

Two-Year and Tribal College Funding Opportunities

Montana's two-year and Tribal colleges have an opportunity to gain knowledge and awareness of Montana's photonics/optics/quantum industry and workforce opportunities during Spring 2025. Three options exist for two-year and tribal colleges that are interested. To see options visit Seed Grants: Two-Year and Tribal College Funding Opportunities 

Quantum Training Badge for Future Educators

In Spring 2025, the Science Math Resource Center at Montana State University will train future educators from
MSU and tribal and community colleges across Montana in how to bring quantum topics to your future STEM
classrooms. You will also learn about the growing number of quantum companies in Montana and explore our state’s resources. No prior knowledge is required; all background information is included during the experience. 

Learn more and apply for the program here.

Quantum Summer Academyfor High School Teachers and Students

Students- do you want to hear more about quantum technologies and future careers here in Montana? 

Teachers- do you have students interested in science and math?

The Science Math Resource Center is excited to host a 4-day Student and Teacher Quantum Summer Academy at MSU Bozeman June 17-21, 2025.

This unique experience is designed to provide both high school teachers AND their students an opportunity to learn aboutquantum and related technologies here at MSU and introduce companies that are engaged in this work across Montana. Teacherswill also learn about how to teach quantum topics in their science, engineering or computer science courses.

This is an overnight experience in which you will stay on campus in the residence halls and experience fun evening events that include quantum-related field trips and movies. We are hopeful that teams of grades 9-12students and teachers can attendtogether so thatthe topics explored during the camps can continue to be discussed throughout the school year. Our goal is that this work could fuel potential science fair or similar research projects for both students and teachers.

If you would like to attend as an educator without students, or a student without an educator,please still apply! 

Visit our Summer Academy page for more information and to apply

 

World Quantum Day 2025

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In partnership with QuanTime, Montana State University will once again celebrate World Quantum Day in the weeks leading up to and after April 14, 2025. We will offer resource kits for STEM educators and free professional development training. More info coming soon!

Learn more about our 2024 World Quantum Day activities.

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Quantum State Convening - Oct. 11, 2024

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MSU's Science Math Resource Center, together with Reach Higher Montana, hosted New Frontiers in Quantum and Emerging Technologies on Oct. 11, 2024. This statewide convening brought together K-12 educators, higher education professionals, industry partners, and state and local government, to learn about and share opportunities driving future economic and career pathways in Montana. 

To learn more and watch videos of keynote talks and panel discussions, visit New Frontiers in Quantum and Emerging Technologies. For questions, email QuantumEducation@montana.edu

 

QuantumGirlsQuantum Girls

Montana State University, in collaboration with the National Girls Collaborative Project, is excited to announce the participants in the new QuantumGirls program, a project of the MSU Applied Quantum CORE funded by the US Air Force Research Laboratory. QuantumGirls aims to spark girls’ interest in quantum-related STEM topics, expose them to quantum-related careers, and foster their STEM identity.

Five Montana Out-of-School Time educators were selected to implement the QuantumGirls curriculum into their existing programming models.Please join us in congratulating:

  • Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation,
  • Boys and Girls Club of the MonDak,
  • ExplorationWorks,
  • Soft Landing Missoula, and 
  • Monforton School Afterschool Program

Educators from these sites will receive training on an engaging new STEM curriculum designed for middle school, self-identifying girls, and gender-expansive youth (ages 11-14). The curriculum is designed to introduce girls to quantum science and technology-related concepts and careers in an accessible, hands-on way, featuring collaborative learning, discussions, and hands-on projects.

For more information or to participate in future programs, email QuantumEducation@montana.edu

 

Quantum Sunprint Workshop unites students, artists, physicists and botanists from MSU and Stone Child College

Quantum sunprint examplesA three-day summer workshop brought together students and faculty from Montana State University's School of Art and Stone Child College to work with botanists and quantum physicists while creating unique works of art called cyanotypes or "sun prints."

The workshop was designed and led by Bruce Barnhart and supported by MSU's Applied Quantum CORE through a mini-grant program led by the Science Math Resource Center. Additional support was provided by IMOD, the Center for Integration of Modern Optoelectronic Materials on Demand at the University of Washington. Read more about the sunprint workshop at MSU.

More quantum projects

See our archive to learn about:

  • Summer 2024 mini-grants for public literacy
  • World Quantum Day 2024
  • Quantum in the news