Quantum entangled photons

DigiQ: Become part of the EU Quantum Technology Network

DigiQ is a network of European universities spearheading the transformation of the educational ecosystem by didactical innovations and a multinational program in Quantum Technology.
Quantum entangled photons
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Are you a master's student at ASP? Join the EU DigiQ Network! 

DigiQ is a European Master Program in Quantum Science and Technology, of which the Abbe School of Photonics is a core affiliated partner.

All ASP students (enrolled in Photonics or Quantum Science & Technology) are eligible to participate in DigiQ networks, which will reinforce your studies with hands-on experience in quantum technology, develop a professional network that will last far beyond your study program, and maintain consistent contact with top experts in the field. Each DigiQ Network has its own theme and curates a set of events unique to it. You may be visiting a quantum computing lab, attending a career symposium, or discussing the mysteries of quantum physics in a pub — anywhere across Europe! Mobility funding, travel stipends and further financial support are available for DigiQ students (see www.digiq.eu/mobilityExternal link). For further details and application, please visit www.digiq.euExternal link. 

Quantum Ideas Factory 2026 - February 27th to March 2nd, 2026

Apply now for the Quantum Ideas Factory 2026!

Quantum Ideas Factory 2025 - Impressions

  • When small talk turns into big ideas!
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  • Coffee: The real MVP of every event!
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  • The real event happens between the sessions!
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  • Groupwork: Where genius meets organized chaos!
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  • Solving problems, one idea at a time!
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  • There’s always time for a thumbs up!
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  • Teamwork: Because many brains are better than one!
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  • Working together: Because even the best ideas need backup!
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  • When brainstorming and quantum entanglement happen simultaneously!
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  • There’s always time for a smile!
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  • Every great idea starts with a slide…
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  • Brainstorming: Turning ‘What if?’ into ‘Why not!
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  • From wild ideas to real solutions – teamwork in action!
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  • Participants of the Quantum Ideas Factory 2025 in Jena
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  • Organisator Martin Gärttner with mentors Clara Wanjura and René Sondenheimer.
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  • Winner cup - big thanks to Johannes Kretzschmar from Lichtwerkstatt Jena
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  • Congratulations to the winner team
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Martin Gärttner, Univ.-Prof. Dr
Professor for Quantum Information Theory
Abbeanum, Room 104
Fröbelstieg 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link
Ramona Balmelli
Abbe Center of Photonics