LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC)

The U.S. Army Research Office is seeking research proposals for the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC), a collaborative effort with the NSA's Laboratory for Physical Science (LPS) focused on quantum computing and other applications. The LQC aims to pursue fundamental research, build collaborative partnerships, and create a quantum workforce for the future. Proposals in the categories of Incubator, Collaboratory, and Quantum Computing Research Fellowships are sought.

The U.S. Army Research Office (ARO) is partnering with the NSA's Laboratory for Physical Science (LPS) for the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC) funding opportunity. The LQC aims to pursue disruptive fundamental research and enabling technologies in quantum computing, build collaborative partnerships, and train a quantum workforce. The funding opportunity is divided into three categories: Incubator, Collaboratory, and QuaCR Graduate and Postdoctoral Fellowships.

The U.S. Army Research Office is soliciting research proposals for the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC), which aims to advance research in quantum computing and other applications. The LQC is seeking proposals in three categories: incubator, collaboratory, and quantum computing research fellowships. The goal is to bring together expertise from academia, industry, and government laboratories to tackle challenging problems in quantum information science.

The U.S. Army Research Office (ARO), in partnership with NSA’s Laboratory for Physical Science (LPS), issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC). This BAA, W911NF-21-S-0009-3, seeks proposals for Incubator, Collaboration, and Fellowship research to advance qubit development for quantum computing and sensing. The LQC aims to pursue disruptive fundamental research, foster collaborative partnerships, and build a quantum workforce. The BAA is continuously open until April 30, 2027, and outlines priority research thrusts including spin qubits, epitaxial materials, voltage-controllable superconducting qubits, hot qubits, beyond Moore's Law applications, and accelerated learning of quantum information concepts. Proposals are categorized into Incubator (1-3 years, <$500K/year), Collaboratory (2-3 years, <$800K/year), and QuaCR Fellowships for U.S. citizen graduate and postdoctoral researchers. Awards will be made as procurement contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements. Eligibility extends to institutions of higher education (foreign and domestic), nonprofit organizations, and for-profit concerns, excluding FFRDCs as prime awardees.

The DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory (ARL) is issuing a Special Notice for the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC) under Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) W911NF21S0009-SPECIALNOTICE-1. This initiative, supported by the ARL-Army Research Office (ARO) and the National Security Agency (NSA), seeks research proposals for grants, cooperative agreements, or procurement contracts in basic and applied scientific research in quantum computing. The program focuses on advancing the fundamental understanding of superconductor qubits and accelerating learning in quantum computing. Proposals are sought for three key research topics: Fundamental Studies of Superconducting Qubits, Next-Generation Josephson Junctions, and Accelerated Learning of Quantum Information Concepts. White papers are required by December 15, 2025, and full proposals are encouraged by March 3, 2026. This effort falls under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and aims to foster a broader talent base in Quantum Information Science & Technology (QIST).

The U.S. Army Research Office (ARO) and NSA's Laboratory for Physical Science (LPS) have issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC), a funding opportunity for quantum computing and sensing research. The BAA seeks proposals for three categories: Incubator, Collaboratory, and LQC Quantum Computing Research (QuaCR) Graduate and Postdoctoral Fellowships. Research priorities include spin qubits, epitaxial materials for qubits, voltage-controllable superconducting qubits, high-temperature qubit operation, quantum devices for classical computing, and accelerated learning of quantum information concepts. This initiative aims to foster collaborative partnerships between LPS and academia, industry, FFRDCs, and government laboratories, while also building a skilled quantum workforce through research experiences and fellowships. Awards can be procurement contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements, with a continuous open announcement valid through April 30, 2026. White papers are encouraged for Incubator and Collaboratory proposals, and specific submission guidelines are provided for all categories.

The U.S. Army Research Office (ARO) and NSA’s Laboratory for Physical Science (LPS) have issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC), focusing on fundamental research in qubit development, quantum computing, sensing, and workforce training. This continuously open announcement, valid until April 30, 2026, seeks proposals in three categories: Incubator, Collaboratory, and QuaCR Fellowships. Incubator proposals (1-3 years, <$500K/year) target single investigators or small groups with unique skillsets or high-risk concepts, leveraging LPS infrastructure. Collaboratory proposals (2-3 years, <$800K/year) require strong partnerships from academia, industry, FFRDCs, and government labs for long-term projects addressing LQC Research Thrusts like spin qubits, epitaxial materials, voltage-controllable superconducting qubits, higher temperature qubits, and classical computing applications of quantum devices. QuaCR Fellowships support U.S. citizen graduate students and postdocs for 2-3 years, requiring an LPS internship. Awards will be procurement contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements, with a strong preference for cooperative agreements due to the collaborative nature. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, non-profits, and for-profit entities, with no cost-sharing requirement. Proposals are evaluated on scientific merit, potential contribution to quantum computing, personnel qualifications, and cost realism. White papers are encouraged for Incubator and Collaboratory proposals, and full proposals are encouraged before June 1 annually. Detailed submission instructions, forms, and registration requirements for Grants.gov or email submission are provided.

The U.S. Army Research Office and NSA's Laboratory for Physical Science are soliciting research proposals for the LPS Qubit Collaboratory (LQC) through Broad Agency Announcement W911NF-21-S-0009. This initiative seeks to advance quantum computing by fostering disruptive fundamental research, building collaborative partnerships, and developing a quantum workforce. Proposals are invited for three categories: Incubator, Collaboratory, and LQC Quantum Computing Research (QuaCR) Graduate and Postdoctoral Fellowships. Research thrusts include spin qubits, epitaxial materials, voltage-controllable superconducting qubits, higher-temperature qubit operations, applications beyond Moore's Law, and accelerated learning of quantum information concepts. Awards will be made as procurement contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements, with a continuous open announcement valid until April 30, 2026. Eligibility extends to higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations, and for-profit concerns, with specific requirements for QuaCR Fellowship applicants to be U.S. citizens.