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IQM Announces First U.S. Quantum Technology Center in Maryland
The new center will be part of the Capital of Quantum ecosystem in the University of Maryland's Discovery District.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 6:21am
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IQM's new U.S. Quantum Technology Center in Maryland will serve as a collaborative hub for advancing the deployment of next-generation quantum computing infrastructure.College Park TodayIQM Quantum Computers, a global leader in superconducting quantum computing, announced the establishment of its first U.S. Quantum Technology Center in the Discovery District of College Park, Maryland. The new center will be part of the Capital of Quantum, a landmark public-private partnership designed to solidify Maryland's role as a global leader in quantum information science and technology.
Why it matters
This strategic expansion strengthens IQM's presence in one of the world's most important quantum ecosystems and furthers the company's global leadership in the quantum computing industry. By locating in the University of Maryland's Discovery District, IQM will be positioned closer to the federal research community, including NIST, NASA Goddard, and the Army Research Laboratory, as well as academic partners, enabling closer collaboration.
The details
The new U.S. Quantum Technology Center will serve as a collaborative hub, enabling IQM to work closely with local startups, academic institutions, and federal partners to accelerate the deployment of advanced quantum technologies. Through this partnership, IQM is supporting the U.S. quantum ecosystem and enabling American discovery.
- IQM announced the new center on April 10, 2026.
The players
IQM Quantum Computers
A global leader in superconducting quantum computing, delivering full-stack quantum systems and cloud platform access to research institutions, universities, high-performance computing centers, and national laboratories worldwide.
Capital of Quantum
A landmark public-private partnership supported by the State of Maryland, the University of Maryland, and private sector partners, designed to advance knowledge generation, drive commercial innovation, and build the critical infrastructure needed to accelerate the regional and national quantum economy.
University of Maryland
The anchor institution of the Discovery District, home to more than 60 companies, federal agencies, academic research institutes, labs, and collaborative spaces, and one of the country's densest clusters of specialized tech talent and infrastructure.
Jan Goetz
CEO and Co-founder of IQM Quantum Computers.
Dr. Corey Stambaugh
Director of the Capital of Quantum.
What they’re saying
“The United States is one of the world's most important quantum markets. College Park connects us to the federal research community, and the quantum ecosystem being built around it. This is the right place to grow our U.S. presence.”
— Jan Goetz, CEO and Co-founder of IQM Quantum Computers
“We are excited to welcome IQM to College Park's Discovery District as they establish their first U.S. Quantum Technology Center. Maryland is focused on building deep and meaningful partnerships with global leaders like IQM, positioning the Capital of Quantum as a premier destination for quantum innovation and commercialization.”
— Dr. Corey Stambaugh, Director of the Capital of Quantum
What’s next
IQM plans to continue expanding its presence in the U.S. and building local teams and capabilities in the Discovery District, capitalizing on Maryland's robust talent pipeline and positioning itself closer to the federal research community.
The takeaway
The establishment of IQM's first U.S. Quantum Technology Center in Maryland's Discovery District reinforces the state's commitment to becoming a global leader in quantum information science and technology, and further solidifies the region's position as a premier destination for quantum innovation and commercialization.
