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International Year of Quantum draws to a close

Michael G. Banks

Published Mar 1, 2026• 0 citations

Abstract

The International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) has officially closed following a two-day event last month in Accra, Ghana.

DOI: 10.1088/2058-7058/39/03/06

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