College of Physics and Quantum Engineering

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The College of Physics and Quantum Engineering is a structural unit of the National University of Science and Technology MISIS and prepares specialists in one of the advanced and innovative fields — quantum technologies. Scientists at the College conduct research in the areas of quantum computing, quantum communications, and quantum sensors.

6th place

in Russia in the RUR subject ranking in “Physical Sciences”

9th place

in Russia in the THE subject ranking in “Physical Sciences”

201-250th place

in the world in the QS subject ranking “Physics and Astronomy”

10th place

in the subject ranking RAEX in “Physics”

Top 20

among Russian universities in the global university rankings (QS)

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Education at the Institute of Physics and Quantum Engineering

Students at the College study experimental and theoretical physics in depth, gain practical experience in nanotechnology, low-temperature techniques, microwave measurements, electronics, data processing, and programming.

The research work of students is related to solving advanced and complex problems in modern physics in well-equipped scientific laboratories under the guidance of leading scientists with international recognition.

Quantum Technologies

Quantum Processors

Quantum Simulators

Quantum Algorithms

New Quantum Materials

Quantum sensors

University Quantum Network

Quantum Satellite Communication

Quantum Key Distribution Technologies

Mathematical Methods of Quantum Technologies

Science at the College of Physics and Quantum Engineering

Quantum technologies are a rapidly developing scientific and technological field. Based on quantum technologies, it is possible to create high-performance quantum computers to accelerate the solution of certain classes of computational tasks, secure quantum communications, and ultra-sensitive quantum sensors. The use of quantum technologies leads to breakthroughs in many areas: quantum computers will significantly accelerate the solution of tasks in modern materials science, cryptography, quantum chemistry, and optimization of various processes, while quantum communications will provide the highest level of security for information systems. Research in the field of quantum technologies is highly demanded in a wide range of scientific, technical, and technological directions, serving as the foundation for the emerging field of quantum engineering.

All directions of quantum technologies — quantum computing, quantum communications, and quantum sensors — are being developed at the College of Physics and Quantum Engineering. NUST MISIS is one of the key executors of two Russian roadmaps for the development of high-tech areas of quantum technologies: “Quantum Computing” (Rosatom) and “Quantum Communications” (Russian Railways). The university is implementing the strategic project “Quantum Internet” within the state program “Priority-2030”, carrying out R&D for business partners and scientific projects supported by the Ministry of of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

2018

NTI Center “Quantum Communications” established at NUST MISIS

2019

The first prototype of a quantum computer in Russia was launched at NUST MISIS

2022

Scientists from NUST MISIS and MIPT implemented a four-qubit quantum processor for the first time in Russia

25%

of the total volume of scientific research at NUST MISIS is dedicated to R&D in the field of quantum technologies

2022

Quantum Information Technologies Laboratory established at NUST MISIS

2023

The College of Physics and Quantum Engineering created within NUST MISIS

“Over the past ten years, quantum technologies have come a long way from initial experiments to demonstrating the computational advantage of quantum computers and industrial quantum communication technologies. The next milestones in the development of quantum technologies are related to solving the most complex problems at the intersection of physics, mathematics, and engineering. Our College conducts world-class research in the field of quantum computing, quantum communications, and quantum sensing.
One of the key tasks for the formation of a full-fledged quantum technology industry in Russia is the training of high-level specialists — our students and postgraduates, in addition to academic training, gain experience working in laboratories, solving current scientific problems within research programs — the strategic project ‘Quantum Internet’ of the ‘Priority-2030’ program and the roadmap for quantum computing and quantum communications.”

Fedorov Alexey Konstantinovich
Head of the College, PhD