D-Wave Joins Southeastern Quantum Collaborative as Inaugural Member

University of Alabama in Huntsville, Davidson Technologies, IBM and Alabama A&M University also join the new initiative.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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D-Wave Quantum Inc. has joined the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative (SQC) as an inaugural member, along with The University of Alabama in Huntsville, Davidson Technologies, IBM and Alabama A&M University. The SQC will bring together academia, industry and government to accelerate the advancement and application of quantum information science and technology across the Southeast, as well as develop the quantum-ready workforce needed to commercialize the technology.

Why it matters

The formation of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative represents a significant step forward in the region's efforts to establish itself as a hub for quantum computing research, development and talent. By bringing together leading academic institutions, industry players and government agencies, the SQC aims to drive innovation and commercialization in this emerging field.

The details

As an inaugural member, D-Wave is well positioned to support the SQC's quantum workforce development efforts given that Davidson Technologies, an SQC member, hosts a D-Wave Advantage2 system at its headquarters in Huntsville, Alabama. The collaborative will work to advance quantum information science and technology across the Southeast.

  • The Southeastern Quantum Collaborative was formed in February 2026.

The players

D-Wave Quantum Inc.

A Canadian quantum computing company and an inaugural member of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

A public research university and an inaugural member of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative.

Davidson Technologies

A technology company based in Huntsville, Alabama and an inaugural member of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative. Davidson hosts a D-Wave Advantage2 system at its headquarters.

IBM

An American multinational technology and consulting company, and an inaugural member of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative.

Alabama A&M University

A public historically black university and an inaugural member of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative.

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The takeaway

The formation of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative represents a significant step forward in the region's efforts to establish itself as a hub for quantum computing research, development and talent. By bringing together leading academic institutions, industry players and government agencies, the collaborative aims to drive innovation and commercialization in this emerging field.