Key specialists are being called upon to join a board advising the UK government in seizing the transformative potential of quantum technologies.

An Expression of Interest (EOI) has now launched for new members to join DSIT’s Quantum Strategic Advisory Board (SAB).  

The recruitment push comes as a UK delegation is set to represent British quantum at a global event in Paris celebrating quantum’s impact on the world in the past century. 

With at least 160 companies active up and down the country, the UK is home to the second largest quantum sector globally, according to the UK Government. 

Quantum technologies harness the unique properties of subatomic particles to process information and solve pressing problems in a new way. New innovations in quantum, such as improved health diagnostics and future proofing cybersecurity, are set to play a key role in the government’s Plan for Change.   

To seize the potential of this technology and support the UK’s vision to be a leading quantum-enabled economy, DSIT is expanding and bolstering its Quantum Strategic Advisory Board.  

UK science minister Lord Vallance said: “Joining the Quantum Advisory Board is a great opportunity for those who understand the potential of quantum best to help harness the benefits of quantum for the economy and society.

“This government restates its commitment to quantum science and technology and the advice of the Board will be invaluable as we continue to play a key role in ensuring the UK maintains its leadership in this area.

Leading experts from academic and industry can apply to join the Board, chaired by Sir Peter Knight, and advise the UK government on quantum technologies, contributing to the implementation of the National Quantum Strategy.   

As a critical technology that offers solutions in almost every sector, from healthcare to energy, the government says that quantum will form an important part of its forthcoming industrial strategy.

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UK national technology advisor, Dave Smith said: “It’s only right that in 2025 we are celebrating quantum’s transformative potential. From telecommunications to improved medical imaging, quantum science and technology has been central to the groundbreaking innovations of this century.

“The future innovations that could emerge from this technology will help us to benefit from the enlightened combination of long-term partnership from academia, government and the private sector. They will benefit all of us in our daily lives and grow brilliant UK companies and create jobs.”