Welcome to Munich Quantum Valley
Munich Quantum Valley (MQV) promotes quantum science and quantum technologies in Bavaria with the primary goal of developing and operating competitive quantum computers. It connects research, industry, funders, and the public: Munich Quantum Valley promotes an efficient knowledge transfer from research to industry, establishes a network with international reach and provides educational offers for schools, universities and companies.
Munich Quantum Valley is supported by the Bavarian state government with funds from the Hightech Agenda Bayern.
Public Annual Report 2024
The Public Annual Report 2024 is out now! Download here.
Latest news
Quantum Physics Day at LMU Munich
On 8 November 2025, the Faculty of Physics at LMU, together with the Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST), hosted a “Quantum Physics Day” with a colorful program for all interested parties. Munich Quantum Valley (MQV) welcomed visitors to its booth who were particularly interested in quantum computing.
Prof. Joachim Ullrich and Prof. Rudolf Gross receive “Pro meritis scientiae et litterarum” award
Prof. Joachim Ullrich, former Director General of Munich Quantum Valley (MQV), and Prof. Rudolf Gross, former Scientific Director and one of the intellectual fathers of MQV, were honored with the “Pro meritis scientiae et litterarum” award by Minister of State for Science and the Arts Markus Blume.
Bavarian Quantum Day: 100 Years of Quantum – from theory to transformation
On 22 October, the Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts (StMWK), together with Munich Quantum Valley (MQV), the Heisenberg Society, and the Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST), hosted the Bavarian Quantum Day under the motto “100 Years of Quantum – from theory to transformation.” The day's program concluded with a state reception at the Residenz.
Apply Now: Munich Quantum Valley & IMPRS-QST Doctoral Fellowships
Munich Quantum Valley (MQV) and the International Max-Planck Research School for Quantum Science and Technology (IMPRS-QST) invite exceptional young researchers to apply for their prestigious 3-year doctoral fellowships in quantum science. Applications are open now until 15 January 2026.
Quantum technology in the shopping mall: MQV at FORSCHA 2025
From 10 to 12 October 2025, the science fair FORSCHA took place at the shopping center "Forum Schwanthalerhöhe" in Munich. Munich Quantum Valley participated once again in the interactive fair that invites people of all ages to experience knowledge firsthand.
“MQV-Einblicke” at the Walther Meißner Institute: Inspiring scientists and enthusiastic guests
As part of the event series “MQV-Einblicke – 100 Jahre Quantenwissenschaften und woran wir heute forschen”, the Walther Meißner Institute of the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humantities opened its doors on 6 October 2025, giving the many visitors insights into research on quantum systems at the lowest temperatures.
Nobel Prize in Physics goes to three quantum researchers
In the anniversary year of quantum mechanics, the Nobel Prize in Physics goes to three physicists for their research in the field of quantum mechanics, which also laid the foundation for current research at MQV.
Spotlight
International Year of Quantum Science and Technology
MQV and its members join the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the first development of quantum mechanics. All our public events related to this anniversary can be found here.
MQV In Persona update
Read our latest portrait of physicist and start-up co-founder Leon Koch.
Upcoming events
MQV-Einblicke – "Supercomputer meets Quantencomputer"
Leibniz Supercomputing Centre
How can classical supercomputers and quantum computers be connected, and what do scientists hope to gain from this integration? Visit the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre on 12 November 2025 to learn more about the integration of quantum computers in high-performance computing centers and take the opportunity to see Munich's supercomputer and several quantum computers up close during a guided tour of the computer building.
The International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage, and Analysis – SC25
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We will be present at this year's International Conference for High Performance Computing, Networking, Storage, and Analysis (SC25) in St. Louis, MO.
Quantum Talents Symposium 2025 in Munich
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Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics, Garching
The Symposium is designed to bring together outstanding Ph.D. students and early-career postdocs from all over the world to present their groundbreaking research work in the field of quantum science and technology.
PushQuantum Hackathon 2025
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Get ready for a weekend of quantum innovation in Munich! 28–30 November, PushQuantum brings together 100+ students and industry experts to solve real-world quantum challenges on real quantum hardware. Challenges are provided by Quandela, Haiqu and Qoro Quantum and the event is supported by the Munich Quantum Valley, TUM Venture Labs Quantum | Semicon and Aqora.
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