US Releases National Quantum Initiative Budget Supplement, Committee Passes NQI Reauthorization Act

The National Institute of Standards and Technology is a physical sciences laboratory and non-regulatory agency of the United States Department of Commerce.

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The mission of the Department of Energy is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. In September, 2022, Research supported by ASCR demonstrated that classical machine learning algorithms can accurately predict ground state properties and classify quantum phases of matter using data generated from quantum experiments. In November, 2022, Research supported by Q-NEXT revealed that the performance of a sensor network is constrained by the intrinsic noise associated with the quantum states used in the network. In March, 2023, Research funded by DOE SC NP achieved the first experimental observation of entanglement between dissimilar particles, specifically positive and negative pions. In August, 2023, Research funded by DOE SC BER demonstrated strong preservation of entanglement in a two-photon absorption process involving organic molecules, offering a new approach for developing quantum light-based spectroscopy and microscopy.

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is the U.S. government agency driving pioneering research and technological development in both atmospheric flight (aeronautics) and space exploration (astronautics). NASA acts as a research organization, utilizing advanced wind tunnels, supercomputing, and flight test laboratories to advance aircraft aerodynamics, propulsion, and materials, while simultaneously involved in the design, construction, and operation of launch vehicles and spacecraft for deep space exploration. Through its aeronautics research directorate, the agency works to improve the safety, efficiency, and environmental impact of aviation, whereas its space programs focus on developing cutting-edge flight systems, robotic explorers, and human transportation capabilities.

The National Security Agency is a national-level intelligence agency of the United States Department of Defense, under the authority of the Director of National Intelligence. NSA views quantum-resistant (or post-quantum) cryptography as a more cost effective and easily maintained solution than quantum key distribution. For all of these reasons, NSA does not support the usage of QKD or QC to protect communications in National Security Systems, and does not anticipate certifying or approving any QKD or QC security products for usage by NSS customers unless these limitations are overcome. The Laboratory for Physical Sciences (LPS) at the National Security Agency is deeply engaged in Quantum Information Science (QIS) R&D, covering quantum computing, sensing, and communications, along with supporting technologies. Their programs include Quantum Computing in the Solid State (QC-5), Stable High Fidelity Trapped Ion Systems, and Quantum Characterization of Intermediate-Scale Systems. LPS collaborates with partners like the Army Research Office (ARO) to advance initiatives like QC-5, focusing on various aspects of qubit research. Through the Quantum Computing Fund (QCF), LPS facilitates access to advanced qubits for research groups. Established in 2020, the Laboratory for Quantum Computing (LQC) supports the National Quantum Initiative (NQI) Act, promoting collaboration across government, industry, and academia. LQC's "Super Semi Lab" is a dedicated facility for quantum materials and qubit research. Additionally, LPS conducts quantum sensing research to develop highly sensitive magnetometers for national security applications.