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International Year of Quantum Science and Technology

2025 is the UN's International Year of Quantum, celebrating 100 years of quantum science and technology.

This is a worldwide initiative throughout 2025, raising awareness of how quantum is changing our lives for the better.

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A new prize awarded annually for exceptional work carried out as part of a PhD thesis project in the field of nuclear physics. The winner receives £250.…

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