The International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) was declared by UNESCO to be in 2025.
The IYQ opening ceremony took place in Paris with the participation of four Nobel laureates in physics and representatives from governments and industry.
Speakers highlighted the renaissance in quantum research and the need for global accessibility to the quantum revolution.
The article is part of Physics World's contribution to the IYQ, aiming to create awareness of quantum physics and its applications.