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We're solving
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Quantum computing is set to revolutionise problem-solving for the betterment of our economy and society. To realise this potential, quantum resources must be deployed with skill and precision. 

We are leading a dedicated research programme to deliver quantum-enhanced solutions that are demonstrable, verifiable, and co-designed for emerging quantum hardware.

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Research Areas

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Application

Quantum Algorithms and

Machine Learning

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Quantum Cyber Security

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Programming and

Implementation

Architecture and HPC

Integration

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Noise Handling

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Researchers

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Partners

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Publications

Our team consists of enthusiastic experts in all aspects of quantum computing (from theory to practice, from foundation to application, from design to programming) all motivated by a common desire to uncover the boundless possibilities offered by this ground-breaking technology.

 

Get to know the team and explore their research areas.

Quantum Fringe 2025

SCOTLAND

One month festival of Quantum events  |  Edinburgh  |  June 2025

News & Seminars

We are Hiring!

Several Postdoctoral positions available!

Quantum Informatics CDT Applications are open

Applications are now open for September 2025 entry to the EPSRC Quantum Informatics programme

On-Chip Verified Quantum Computation with Quantinuum QPU

Quantinuum and QSL collaborate to make quantum computing more robust and reliable.

20 Feb 2025
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QSL Seminar

How to represent a quantum-classical program

Alex Rice

13 Feb 2025
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QSL Seminar

Automatic Quantum Uncomputation by Affine Types with Lifetime

Kengo Hirata

10 Feb 2025
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QEC Journal Club

Homological Algebra and its Applications in Quantum Error Correction

Abhishek Rajput

Informatics Forum,

The University of Edinburgh,

10 Crichton St,

Newington,

Edinburgh,

EH8 9AB

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The Quantum Software Lab is part of the University of Edinburgh, a charitable body registered in Scotland with registration number SC005336.

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