Quantum science on a new level: exhibition in Bonn inspires!

Quantum science on a new level: exhibition in Bonn inspires!

On September 12, 2025, the University of Bonn will open its doors to the exhibition “Quantum to Go”, which will be on view until October 31, 2025. This initiative takes place as part of the International Year of Quantum Sciences and aims to promote encounters and exchanges between science and the public. The event is supported by the ML4Q Cluster of Excellence, which brings together findings from the universities of Aachen, Bonn, Cologne and the Research Center Jülich. EIN Quantum NRW also contributes to research.

The exhibition is divided into three main areas, each illustrating different aspects of quantum science. In the “Chandelier Room” a model of a superconducting quantum computer is presented, complemented by interactive stations that demonstrate how quantum computers work. The “theory room” provides information about central concepts such as quantization and superposition and offers interactive experiments on entanglement. In the “laboratory” area, the technical implementation of the theoretical basics is shown, for example through ion traps and superconducting circuits. In addition, reports from young researchers will be presented that illustrate the diversity of quantum research.

Supporting program and guided tours

The exhibition's supporting program includes around 30 events, including seminars, workshops and lectures. Tours are led by doctoral students, postdocs and professors from the participating institutions. These programs are aimed at children, students and anyone interested in learning more about the fascination of the quantum world.

The continuation of the ML4Q Cluster of Excellence has just been decided in a second funding period, which extends over seven years. The goal is deeper collaboration between the partner institutions and the promotion of the next generation of scientists. Expertise in solid state physics, quantum optics and quantum information is combined. Newly added members from the universities of Siegen, Paderborn and Berlin expand the technical spectrum and strengthen the theoretical competencies of the cluster.

The University of Cologne plays a central role in this, as it acts as the main applicant and is responsible for the strategic and organizational development of the cluster. The decision to continue funding the ML4Q underlines the importance of North Rhine-Westphalia as a first-class location for quantum research and also promotes topics such as diversity, equal opportunities and inclusion in science.

A look at quantum science

Modern quantum science is often referred to as part of the so-called “2nd quantum revolution”. In this context, Austria has made significant contributions to the development of these technologies. Research areas such as quantum teleportation, quantum cryptography, quantum computing and quantum simulation are among the key areas worked on by organizations such as Quantum Science Austria. They are committed to innovative and collaborative research and want to clarify fundamental questions in quantum science.

The continuous pursuit of expanding knowledge is considered a driving force for future innovations in quantum research, as the “Quantum to Go” exhibition and the activities of the ML4Q Cluster of Excellence impressively demonstrate.

Ecem Uludag, Public Outreach Manager at ML4Q in Cologne, and Alma Hannig from the P26 management at the University of Bonn are available for further information about the exhibition and the contact persons.