What we do

Emergence Quantum undertakes research in applied physics to develop new technologies needed for future computing platforms. In parallel, we architect complete integrated computing systems, and prototype key components that bring new and enhanced capabilities. We work closely with select customers and partners to define specifications, analyse risks, and demonstrate technical solutions to addressing their challenges.

Focusing on foundational technologies of next-gen computing we bring expertise in device physics, cryogenic electronics, packaging, and advanced thermal management and apply this know-how to develop solutions to our customers unique challenges. We build and supply highly customized hardware and infrastructure to give our partners a significant edge over the generic approaches available off-the-shelf.

Our mission

The computing platforms of the future promise to define our technological world and improve our way-of-life. Realizing this potential will require solutions to hard technical problems that today limit the scale, speed, or power density of computer systems spanning edge to cloud.
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Our Mission is to provide solutions that enable tomorrow’s advanced computers.
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Beyond the challenges already recognized, our core belief is that new and difficult hurdles are yet to emerge as systems scale and integrate new functionalities. Anticipating the road ahead, we are intentionally positioned to combine our research capabilities with an agility to translate insights into products and real-world solutions.

Our programs

Quantum computing

Quantum computers will require millions of physical qubits to operate at utility scale. Yet, these complex machines require much more than the qubits themselves or the software applications they enable. The connective tissue between the physical qubit layer and software comprises complex control and readout electronics, high-density interconnect and packaging platforms, and advanced cryogenic and thermal management systems.

Emergence Quantum develops the foundational control architectures that enable qubits to interface with software systems, realizing integrated machines at scale. Our approach is ‘qubit-agnostic’. We identify common technologies that are needed across all qubit modalities from semiconductor spins, trapped ions and atoms, photonics, and superconducting approaches. We co-design to provide engineering solutions to complex integration challenges in quantum computing.

Energy-efficient computing platforms & infrastructure

Today’s digital computers take a brute-force approach to computation, requiring significant amounts of energy and generating massive amounts of heat. Dramatically lowering the temperature via the use of cryogenic cooling provides an immediate path to more energy-efficient computing. Further out, reservoir computing, analog processors, and neuromorphic platforms can improve efficiencies for certain workloads.

Emergence Quantum are leaders in cryogenic electronics and cryo-computing platforms. We are developing superconducting technologies, custom silicon, and cryogenic infrastructure to dramatically improve the efficiency and opportunity for deployment of data centres and edge-computing platforms.

Cryogenic sensing technologies & interfaces

Sensors leveraging the fragility of quantum mechanics typically operate at deep cryogenic temperatures. Achieving performance at scale, where large arrays of sensors are combined to create advanced imaging or detector platforms, requires new advances in cryo-control electronics, quantum-limited amplification, thermal packaging and signal processing.

Emergence Quantum are pioneering new hardware and interface technologies to enable quantum sensors to scale. From managing high-density signal egress into a cryogenic environment to quantum-limited amplification and data-converters, our work accelerates the translation of advanced sensing capabilities to real-world environments.

How we work

We are building custom hardware sub-systems around unique design specifications and provide boutique R&D services across next-gen computing and sensing platforms, especially quantum technologies.

Contract R&D

We work with highly-select partners to solve complex technical challenges in quantum and advanced computing. Our expertise spans control electronics, readout systems, and full-stack integration. We deliver targeted solutions for technical problems and comprehensive system architectures.

Independent research

We run focused research in areas critical to scaling next-generation computing and sensing. In partnership with the University of Sydney, we maintain research programs that keep us grounded in fundamental challenges and help advance quantum technologies.

High performance components

We develop specialised, stand-alone hardware and software products as well as custom integrated sub-systems that leverage our innovations. Our first products will be available in late 2025.

Our principles

Three core principles guide our work:

Technical depth

We are passionate about technical details. For decades, we've shipped sophisticated products and published papers in top journals. We are structured to continue our deep connections with both academia and industry, combining the best of both to realise solutions to the hard challenges posed by future computing systems.

Agility

Our experience in both academia and giant tech companies has led to the realization that teams can be both too big and too small to quickly address the challenges of advanced computing. Emergence Quantum is intentionally positioned to be highly agile while retaining a critical mass in key technical disciplines.

Collaboration

We are highly collaborative across industry, academia, and government sectors. We look for opportunities to leverage partnerships and collaborations to advance our field and remain in-sync with the community. Our business model looks to enable and enhance others rather than compete.

Our impact

We develop breakthrough solutions in quantum computing, quantum sensing, and next-generation computing systems. Our innovations in areas like cryogenic control electronics and complex system integration enable new capabilities at scale.

recent achievements

Spin qubits with scalable milli-kelvin CMOS Control

Here we demonstrate our CMOS chip controlling spin qubits at milli-kelvin temperatures with little degradation to qubit gate fidelities. Operating the CMOS controller proximal to the qubits alleviates the challenge posed by the I/O bottleneck in quantum computing.

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Towards the scalable fabrication of thin-film superconducting parametric amplifiers

In this work, we leverage AI and image-recognition techniques to enable scalable fabrication of superconducting amplifiers, critical components in the readout sub-system of a quantum computer.

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DARPA eyes companies targeting industrially useful quantum computers

A consortium of Emergence Quantum with Diraq, Riverlane, and Global Foundries, was recently awarded a Stage A contract with DARPA to work on its Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI) program.
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