Mission: Advancing Global Leadership in Quantum Materials and Technology
Quantum materials are pivotal for breakthroughs in sustainability, energy efficiency, and quantum and classical information processing. However, identifying viable materials from the vast pool of theoretically predicted compounds and deciphering their underlying microscopic physics remain formidable challenges. Addressing this "needle-in-a-haystack" problem requires a concerted effort by global leaders in the field. To this end, we leverage the complementary strengths of the Rice Center for Quantum Materials (RCQM) and the Max-Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials. Our goal is to establish a grassroots collaboration that fosters synergies, paving the way for future formalized partnerships, such as within the Max-Planck Center framework or larger-scale international funding initiatives.
Implementation Strategy
To start, we will include Rice Center for Quantum Materials (RCQM) and the following Max-Planck Institutes, with primary focus on quantum materials:
-Dresden
-Stuttgart
-Hamburg
-Halle
-Erlangen
-Fritz-Haber Berlin