Harnessing Quantum Networking to Enhance Classical Applications
Invitation Code: RFP-26-04
Are you a distinguished academic engaged in Quantum Internet research? Cisco Research is at the forefront of designing and building practical, efficient quantum networks - a cornerstone technology for the future Quantum Internet. Our team of scientists and engineers is dedicated to advancing quantum networking, with a special focus on scalable and dynamic quantum entanglement distribution networks.
In alignment with our vision, we are actively seeking proposals to advance the field of quantum networks in support of classical applications , including (but not limited to) decision coordination, time synchronization, security, and position verification. We welcome exploration across a broad range of topics, from new applications and use cases to enabling quantum entanglement distribution network architectures and technologies. Key areas of interest include:
• Quantum entanglement network architectures, protocols, hardware systems, and subsystems for classical applications
• Novel classical applications and use cases that can benefit from quantum entanglement distribution networks
• Development of modeling, simulation, and emulation tools to study entanglement distribution networks for classical applications, considering practical hardware and feasible deployment scenarios
We invite you to collaborate with us in shaping the future of quantum networking.
Proposal Submission:
After a preliminary review, we may ask you to revise and resubmit your proposal. RFPs maybe be withdrawn as research proposals are funded, or interest in the specific topic is satisfied. Researchers should plan to submit their proposals as soon as possible.
General Requirements for Consideration, Proposal Details, FAQs
You can find the information by scrolling down to the bottom of the webpage: Research Gifts. If your questions are not answered in the FAQs, please contact research@cisco.com.
Constraints and other information
IPR will stay with the university. Cisco expects customary scholarly dissemination of results and hopes that promising results would be made available to the community without limiting licenses, royalties, or other encumbrances.