Quantcore

🏆 In case you missed it, we're delighted to share that Quantcore, which joined our portfolio earlier this year, has claimed the qBIG Prize for 2026! Presented by the Institute of Physics, and sponsored by Quantum Exponential, the award is given to start-ups and businesses who are taking quantum technology products or solutions to market. Off the back of the award, presented at The Economist's Commercialising Quantum Global event at the Business Design Centre in London, Quantcore has claimed a £10k prize as well as expert mentorship and business support. Following the win, Quantcore's CEO Jack Brennan said: “I'm delighted we've won the QBig prize this year. The previous winners are great examples of up and coming quantum companies, and it's a privilege to be part of that list. “A big thank you to the IoP for choosing Quantcore, and a huge thanks to my fantastic team for working so hard to build the company.” 👏 Huge congratulations to the Quantcore team: Jack Brennan, Martin Weides, Valentino Seferai, Wridhdhisom Karar, Millie Mather, Chunlin Qu, Cong Fu, Siddhanta Mondal

Another major recognition for Scotland’s growing quantum technology ecosystem. Congratulations to Quantcore, a University of Glasgow spinout, on winning the Institute of Physics qBIG Prize 2026, recognising innovation and commercialisation in quantum technologies. Founded less than a year ago, the company has already secured £2.5 million in seed funding and is developing next-generation superconducting processors, resonators and sensors with applications ranging from quantum computing and secure communications to medical imaging. For international quantum companies looking to scale, Scotland offers a powerful combination of world-class research, specialist infrastructure, a growing quantum ecosystem and tailored support from Scottish Development International. #ScotlandIsNow #QuantumTechnology #QuantumComputing #UniversityOfGlasgow #Innovation #DeepTech #TechScotland #SpinoutSuccess https://lnkd.in/ex7p-etz

Introducing Martin Weides for #ScotSoft2026! As a founder of Quantcore and Professor of Quantum Technologies at University of Glasgow, Martin's session will explore how superconducting circuits, semiconductor platforms, and photonic systems are being engineered—and crucially, interfaced—to build practical quantum hardware. He'll focus on the critical role of advanced nanofabrication and system integration in enabling this transition toward scalable, manufacturable systems. Book your front-row seat for 24th Sept to benefit from his knowledge! https://lnkd.in/e5g9pCKX #quantum #semiconductor #photonic #deeptech

Congratulations to Quantcore on winning this year's qBIG prize. We're proud to support this award alongside the Institute of Physics, and it's fantastic to see a company doing such important work in superconducting quantum hardware recognised in this way. Quantcore, a spin-out from the University of Glasgow, is developing processors, resonators and sensors using niobium-based components that can operate at higher temperatures than many materials used elsewhere in the industry. That's the kind of practical, physics-led innovation that moves quantum technology closer to real world deployment, and exactly what the qBIG prize was set up to celebrate. It's also worth noting the strength of the wider shortlist this year. Mater-AI and Skydiamond both showed real commercial momentum, and seeing this calibre of finalist is a strong signal for where UK quantum is headed. Well done to Jack Brennan and the whole Quantcore team, and to co-founder Wridhdhisom Karar who represented the company on the day. We're looking forward to seeing what you build next, and to continuing our support through mentoring and business development as part of the prize. Huge thanks to the Institute of Physics and the qBIG group for organising another excellent Commercialising Quantum event. #quantum #qBIGPrize

⚛️ A University of Glasgow spinout has been recognised with a major national award for its work developing the quantum technologies of the future. Quantcore is building advanced quantum processors & sensors designed to support breakthroughs in quantum computing. The company’s latest success follows a £2.5 million investment round and highlights the growing commercial potential of Scotland’s quantum sector. 📍 University of Glasgow, Quantcore 🔬 Jack Brennan, Valentino Seferai, Wridhdhisom Karar, Martin Weides 👇 Learn more https://lnkd.in/ew4K8f44

Scottish quantum hardware start-up wins major physics innovation prize 🏆     Glasgow-based quantum hardware manufacturer Quantcore has been awarded this year’s IOP qBIG prize, which recognises breakthroughs in the commercialisation of quantum technologies. The company, a spin-out from the University of Glasgow and based at the university’s Advanced Research Centre, recently secured £2.5m in seed funding from a range of backers. Quantcore is developing superconducting processors, resonators, and sensors used in quantum computers and sensing systems. A key innovation is its use of niobium-based components, which can operate at higher temperatures than materials currently used in many quantum computing systems. Quantcore CEO Jack Brennan said: “I'm delighted we've won the qBig prize this year. The previous winners are a great example of up-and-coming quantum companies, and it's a privilege to be part of that list. A huge thanks to the qBIG group for choosing Quantcore, and a huge thanks to my fantastic team for working so hard to build the company.”    The qBIG prize, awarded by the IOP's quantum Business Innovation and Growth group, celebrates innovation and real-world commercialisation in quantum technologies. The award was presented at the Economist’s Commercialising Quantum 2026 event, is supported by venture capital fund Quantum Exponential, and includes £10,000 in funding, mentoring, and additional business support. IOP Director of Science, Business & Education Louis Barson, who hosted an IOP-organised panel at the Commercialising Quantum event, said: “The UK quantum industry is going from strength to strength - and is becoming a major growth engine. The qBIG prize is all about celebrating the strong pipeline of new physics-powered quantum innovators like Quantcore coming through - and giving them a platform to help accelerate that growth.”   Other finalists included Mater-AI, which develops thermoelectric materials for energy conversion and cooling, and Skydiamond, whose lab-grown diamonds have potential applications in quantum computing. All represent a strong signal of momentum in the UK’s quantum sector and growing commercial traction for next-generation hardware. #quantum #qBIGPrize #InsituteofPhysics Image: The panellists at the IOP's Commercialising Quantum panel discussion, including qBIG prize finalists from Mater-AI and Skydiamond, and co-founder of winner Quantcore, Wridhdhisom Karar (3rd left).

Delighted for Quantcore to be awarded the qBIG prize for 2026! A big thanks to the IoP panel, all of our backers, and particularly the fantastic team building Quantcore. A small, but important, step on the journey we have planned. Stay tuned...

🏆 qBIG Prize Winners 2026 🏆 Quantcore has won the qBIG Prize! We’re incredibly honoured to be recognised by the Institute of Physics and Quantum Exponential as part of The Economist’s Commercialising Quantum Global event. Our CEO, Jack Brennan, said: “I'm delighted we've won the QBig prize this year. The previous winners are great examples of up and coming quantum companies, and it's a privilege to be part of that list. “A big thank you to the IoP for choosing Quantcore, and a huge thanks to my fantastic team for working so hard to build the company.” Stay tuned - our best is yet to come! ✨ PXN Ventures Scotland Blackfinch Ventures Scottish Enterprise STAC Jack Brennan Martin Weides Valentino Seferai Wridhdhisom Karar Millie Mather Chunlin Qu Cong Fu Siddhanta Mondal #CommercialisingQuantum #EconomistEnterprise #qBIGPrize