AFOSR invites proposals for basic research into solid-state qubits for quantum computing at various stages of maturity. Qubits of interest may support one or more of the required functions in a fault-tolerant quantum computing (FTQC) system. These functions may include, but are not limited to, data processing, memory storage, communication, spectator roles or measurement. This opportunity focuses exclusively on circuit model fault-tolerant quantum computation.
AFOSR intends to fund a minimum of 8 awards, in the amount of USD$150,000 to USD$750,000 per year, for a maximum of 5 years. The expected value of each award is anticipated to be USD$300,000 to USD$3,750,000. The total amount of funding and the number of awards is pending on the quality of the proposals and the availability of funds.
Proposals must align with one of the following themes:
- New Qubits – completely novel or underdeveloped qubits that have both a credible research path toward utility in a FTQC system and promising advantages over current state-of-the-art methods.
- Renew Qubits – applying unconventional approaches (eg novel qubit operation techniques, fabrication methods or designs) to significantly advance specific qubit functions in state-of-the-art quantum processors for utility in plausible FTQC systems.
White papers are due 17 March 2025 with full proposals due 12 May 2025.
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Notice of Funding Opportunity – INQS: INQS NOFO FINAL_FULL ANNOUNCEMENT
