Intersect Illinois Chief Quantum Officer Preeti Chalsani discusses what quantum technology is, why Illinois is the ideal fit for this revolutionary technology, and plans for the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park in a Q&A with Chicago magazine.
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“Illinois is betting big on the future of quantum technology. The state is investing $500 million to build the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park on the former U.S. Steel South Works site in South Chicago. The 128-acre campus, scheduled to be partly operational by the end of 2026, aims to bring together quantum developers, researchers, suppliers, and others. The goal of its anchor tenant, startup PsiQuantum, is to build the first ‘useful’ computer of its kind.
Preeti Chalsani is charged with helping make that all happen. She is business development lead for the IQMP and chief quantum officer for Intersect Illinois, the economic development nonprofit partnering with the state to attract businesses. Chalsani, whose background is in applied physics, talked with Chicago about the future of the park, why this city is a good fit, and, yes, what the heck quantum technology is.”
Read the full Q&A here.
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