Our Network
The MaQuEst network
Gathering quantum computing expertise across Grand Est
Bridging research and industry
Grand Est, a growing hub for quantum computing in France
MaQuEst brings together research centres, industrial partners and innovation hubs across the Grand Est region, creating a collaborative ecosystem where quantum computing knowledge and expertise meet concrete needs.
Whether you are looking to understand quantum computing’s relevance for your sector, identify the right technical partner, or launch a first exploration project, MaQuEst is here to connect you to the right people.
Map of our ecosystem
CESQ - Université de Strasbourg - CNRS
#quantum research #quantum software & emulator #quantum hardware #training
Inaugurated in 2023 in partnership with Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, the CESQ is a multidisciplinary centre of Unistra and CNRS hosting 80 researchers spanning quantum physics, computing and nanosciences. Through MaQuEst, the CESQ offers companies a unique access to aQCess, France’s only public cold-atom quantum computing platform, soon to be connected to major HPC infrastructures and European quantum networks.
CESQ - Université de Strasbourg - CNRS
#quantum research #quantum software & emulator #quantum hardware #training
Inaugurated in 2023 in partnership with Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, the CESQ is a multidisciplinary centre of Unistra and CNRS hosting 80 researchers spanning quantum physics, computing and nanosciences. Through MaQuEst, the CESQ offers companies a unique access to aQCess, France’s only public cold-atom quantum computing platform, soon to be connected to major HPC infrastructures and European quantum networks.
aQCess
#quantum hardware #quantum platform
aQCess – Atomic Quantum Computing as a Service– is a public quantum computing platform managed by the University of Strasbourg. Leveraging ultracold Rydberg atoms – one of the most promising physical systems for quantum simulation and computation – and more than 400 high-quality individually controlled atomic qubits, it brings together 18 partners developing use cases across scientific and industrial domains.
aQCess
#quantum hardware #quantum platform
aQCess – Atomic Quantum Computing as a Service– is a public quantum computing platform managed by the University of Strasbourg. Leveraging ultracold Rydberg atoms – one of the most promising physical systems for quantum simulation and computation – and more than 400 high-quality individually controlled atomic qubits, it brings together 18 partners developing use cases across scientific and industrial domains.
QPerfect
#quantum software & emulator #industry
QPerfect develops advanced software solutions for quantum computing. Its MIMIQ™ platform enables researchers, developers and businesses to design, test and optimise quantum algorithms using high-performance simulations. QPerfect is also developing the Quantum Logical Unit (QLU™), a comprehensive software stack for compilation, real-time control and error correction, designed to make efficient use of quantum processors and enable fault-tolerant quantum computing. By enabling the reliable execution of complex quantum algorithms on emerging architectures, notably those based on neutral atoms, the QLU™ is a key component of the future software infrastructure for large-scale quantum computers.
QPerfect
#quantum software & emulator #industry
QPerfect develops advanced software solutions for quantum computing. Its MIMIQ™ platform enables researchers, developers and businesses to design, test and optimise quantum algorithms using high-performance simulations. QPerfect is also developing the Quantum Logical Unit (QLU™), a comprehensive software stack for compilation, real-time control and error correction, designed to make efficient use of quantum processors and enable fault-tolerant quantum computing. By enabling the reliable execution of complex quantum algorithms on emerging architectures, notably those based on neutral atoms, the QLU™ is a key component of the future software infrastructure for large-scale quantum computers.
EURO Information
#use cases & applications #industry
Euro-Information has been Crédit Mutuel’s technology subsidiary for four decades and, in particular, manages the information systems (IS) of 16 Crédit Mutuel groups, all CIC banks and all subsidiaries operating in the financial, technology, insurance, property, consumer credit, private banking and corporate finance sectors.
EURO Information
#use cases & applications #industry
Euro-Information has been Crédit Mutuel’s technology subsidiary for four decades and, in particular, manages the information systems (IS) of 16 Crédit Mutuel groups, all CIC banks and all subsidiaries operating in the financial, technology, insurance, property, consumer credit, private banking and corporate finance sectors.
Grand Est Développement
#innovation
Industry, the environment, digital technology: the Grand Est is undergoing a transformation! To address these major challenges, Grand Est Développement supports the provision of innovative transformation solutions within the region, helps to boost the region’s appeal and drive its reindustrialisation, and provides support for high-stakes, transformative projects.
Grand Est Développement
#innovation
Industry, the environment, digital technology: the Grand Est is undergoing a transformation! To address these major challenges, Grand Est Développement supports the provision of innovative transformation solutions within the region, helps to boost the region’s appeal and drive its reindustrialisation, and provides support for high-stakes, transformative projects.
Quest for change
#innovation
With a strong entrepreneurial ethos, Quest for Change supports the creators of innovative projects in launching their start-ups. Based across six areas in the Grand Est region, six centres of excellence (Innovact, Quai Alpha, Rimbaud’Tech, SEMIA, The Pool and Quest for Health) employ a shared, phased incubation methodology that has been tried and tested by more than 260 start-ups currently receiving support.
Quest for change
#innovation
With a strong entrepreneurial ethos, Quest for Change supports the creators of innovative projects in launching their start-ups. Based across six areas in the Grand Est region, six centres of excellence (Innovact, Quai Alpha, Rimbaud’Tech, SEMIA, The Pool and Quest for Health) employ a shared, phased incubation methodology that has been tried and tested by more than 260 start-ups currently receiving support.
Loria - Université de Lorraine - Inria
#quantum research #quantum software & emulator
The Inria Centre at université de Lorraine brings quantum software expertise to MaQuEst, from quantum algorithmics and code optimisation to noise tolerance. As lead of the national PEPR EPIQ programme on quantum software, Inria-UL is a key player in both national and European quantum strategies. Within MaQuEst, it is your expert partner for developing industry-relevant quantum computing applications.
Loria - Université de Lorraine - Inria
#quantum research #quantum software & emulator
The Inria Centre at université de Lorraine brings quantum software expertise to MaQuEst, from quantum algorithmics and code optimisation to noise tolerance. As lead of the national PEPR EPIQ programme on quantum software, Inria-UL is a key player in both national and European quantum strategies. Within MaQuEst, it is your expert partner for developing industry-relevant quantum computing applications.
Inria Centre at the University of Lorraine
#quantum research #quantum software & emulator
Inria is the French national institute for research in digital science and technology. Within 220 project teams, shared with major research universities, 3,800 scientists are exploring new avenues, often in interdisciplinary collaboration with industrial partners. Inria supports a wide range of innovation paths: from open source software publishing to the creation of technology startups.
Inria Centre at the University of Lorraine
#quantum research #quantum software & emulator
Inria is the French national institute for research in digital science and technology. Within 220 project teams, shared with major research universities, 3,800 scientists are exploring new avenues, often in interdisciplinary collaboration with industrial partners. Inria supports a wide range of innovation paths: from open source software publishing to the creation of technology startups.
Romeo - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne
#quantum software & emulator #high-performance & hybrid computing #training
Since 2002, the ROMEO regional computing centre at URCA has provided researchers and industry with high-performance computing resources, secure storage and expert support. As a nationally recognised mesocentre and innovation leader, ROMEO is now at the forefront of quantum computing, operating a quantum emulator and offering dedicated training and support. Through MaQuEst, ROMEO is your gateway to hybrid HPC-quantum computing in Grand Est.
Romeo - Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne
#quantum software & emulator #high-performance & hybrid computing #training
Since 2002, the ROMEO regional computing centre at URCA has provided researchers and industry with high-performance computing resources, secure storage and expert support. As a nationally recognised mesocentre and innovation leader, ROMEO is now at the forefront of quantum computing, operating a quantum emulator and offering dedicated training and support. Through MaQuEst, ROMEO is your gateway to hybrid HPC-quantum computing in Grand Est.
L2n & Listen - Université de Technologie Troyes
#quantum hardware #quantum platform #training
Founded within the université de technologie Troyes, the Quantum Hub @UTT – QUTT combines an engineering school with cutting-edge research in quantum computing, quantum communications and sensing. Bringing together researchers from the L2n and LISTEN units, QHUTT offers companies a diverse range of expertise along with training programmes and a start-up friendly environment.
L2n & Listen - Université de Technologie Troyes
#quantum hardware #quantum platform #training
Founded within the université de technologie Troyes, the Quantum Hub @UTT – QUTT combines an engineering school with cutting-edge research in quantum computing, quantum communications and sensing. Bringing together researchers from the L2n and LISTEN units, QHUTT offers companies a diverse range of expertise along with training programmes and a start-up friendly environment.
Damavan Imaging
#industry #quantum hardware
Damavan brings a breakthrough innovation in (2D/3D) γ-ray imaging for radiological characterization, with applications in radiation protection and dismantling. Founded in 2015 and profitable since 2018, Damavan is protected by 8 patents in key countries. Their first product, the portable camera Temporal Monocular, offers the best spatial resolution on the market (6°-8°) and sensitivity close to colimated germanium detector.
Damavan Imaging
#industry #quantum hardware
Damavan brings a breakthrough innovation in (2D/3D) γ-ray imaging for radiological characterization, with applications in radiation protection and dismantling. Founded in 2015 and profitable since 2018, Damavan is protected by 8 patents in key countries. Their first product, the portable camera Temporal Monocular, offers the best spatial resolution on the market (6°-8°) and sensitivity close to colimated germanium detector.
MaQuEst resources
Supercomputer ROMEO
Ranked 122nd globally in the TOP500 and 2nd in the Green500 for energy efficiency, ROMEO delivers 9.86 PetaFlops of computing power. Its integrated quantum computing module (Qaptiva 804) makes it one of the rare high-performance computing infrastructures enabling hybrid HPC-quantum workflows, allowing to combine classical and quantum computing.
MIMIQ Qperfect
MIMIQ™ gives instant access to industry-best statevector and tensor network quantum emulators and managed cloud compute resources pushing the boundaries of classical and quantum computing.
Prepare end users
Prepare end users for the transformative potential of quantum computing
Identify platforms
Identify the best hardware platforms for achieving a quantum advantage
Benchmark
Benchmark and improve the performance of real quantum computers
New algorithms
Invent, synthesize and test new quantum algorithms
Partners
Start the conversation
Our offer
Funding programme
Whether at an exploratory or more advanced stage, MaQuEst supports your project so you can explore quantum and hybrid computing use cases with limited risk.
Training programmes
From executive awareness sessions and hands-on workshops, to in-depth engineering training and consultancy, MaQuEst equips your teams and decision-makers with the knowledge they need to understand quantum’s potential and integrate it into your strategy.