International Conference on the Quantum Technology in Egypt

About Conference

To establish Egypt as a regional center for quantum technology innovation by promoting collaboration, highlighting achievements, and presenting a strategic roadmap for quantum advancements in the MENA region.

Conference Overview

Attendees will have the opportunity to present their findings, share insights, and network with peers, creating a vibrant platform for intellectual exchange. Special emphasis will be placed on interdisciplinary approaches that integrate mathematics and information sciences with other fields, promoting comprehensive solutions to complex problems. The International Conference on Quantum Technology in Egypt (Global Quantum Year) aims to bring together global leaders, researchers, industry experts, and policymakers to explore the transformative potential of quantum technologies. Hosted at Zewail City of Science and Technology, a beacon of scientific excellence in Egypt, this conference will highlight Egypt’s contributions to the quantum era, foster international partnerships, and chart a roadmap for sustainable economic growth through quantum innovation.

Conference Objectives

1. Showcase Egypt’s Quantum Leadership: Highlight the achievements of Egypt’s Quantum School, including international prizes, patents, milestones, and strategic partnerships.

2. Foster Global Collaboration: Create a platform for knowledge exchange between Egyptian researchers and international quantum experts.

3. Drive Economic Impact: Develop a roadmap to empower Egyptian researchers and the next generation to leverage quantum technologies for economic and societal benefits.

4. Explore Cutting-Edge Advancements: Discuss recent breakthroughs and future trends in quantum technology fields.

5. Promote MENA Region Innovation: Highlight quantum enterprises and institutions in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

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Conference topics

The conference will cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

Quantum Information and Quantum Computing School in Egypt.
Egypt’s Quantum School Achievements.

International awards and recognitions.
Patents in quantum technologies.
Key milestones in research and development.
Strategic partnerships with global institutions and industry leaders.

Roadmap for Egyptian Researchers and New Generations

Roundtable discussion with policymakers, educators, and industry leaders.
Presentation of a white paper on Egypt’s quantum roadmap.
o Youth-focused sessions to inspire the next generation of quantum scientists.

Recent Advancements in Quantum Technologies

Quantum Information Technology: Advances in quantum information processing and storage.
Quantum Computing: New algorithms, scalable architectures, and hybrid quantum-classical systems.
Quantum Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Machine Learning: Applications of quantum computing in AI and ML, including optimization and data analysis.
Quantum Cybersecurity: Quantum-safe cryptography and post-quantum security protocols.
Quantum Networking and Quantum Communication: Developments in quantum internet and secure communication networks.
Quantum Error Correction Techniques to enhance the reliability of quantum systems.
Quantum Hardware: Innovations in superconducting qubits, trapped ions, and photonic systems.
Quantum Enterprises in the MENA Region Case studies of quantum startups and their impact on regional economies.
Quantum Institutions in the MENA Region Role of academic and research institutions in advancing quantum technology.

Additional Features

Industry Showcase: Exhibition of quantum technologies by leading companies and startups, with a focus on MENA-based enterprises.
Poster Sessions: Opportunities for early-career researchers and students to present their work.
Networking Events: Dedicated sessions for collaboration between academia, industry, and government stakeholders.

Obada Prize

Obada-Prize is an international award, initiated as a recognition of his excellence Professor Abdel-Shafy Obada. The Obada Prize recognizes and encourages innovative and interdisciplinary research that cuts across traditional boundaries and paradigms.

You can nominate for the Obada Prize Award for the year 2025 by filling out the following form:

Nomination form for the Obada Prize Award.

Note that the deadline for receiving nominations is 01/09/2025. Prize components:

A certificate containing the name of the award and the name of the winning magazine.
A shield bearing the award's name and logo.

* If two winners deserve one prize, each of them will be awarded a certificate and a shieldً.
* The names of the award winners are announced by appropriate means, at a date determined by the conference administration every year, and a special award ceremony is held during the opening ceremony.