Quantum FAST Challenge

Quantum FAST Challenge

The Quantum FAST Challenge is a competitive grant program that seeks to strengthen California's quantum ecosystem by funding projects in two priority areas: (1) Education and workforce development projects that build the talent pipeline that quantum technologies require; and (2) Applied use case demonstrations that pair researchers and students with industry partners to demonstrate applications in quantum-adjacent disciplines.

The Quantum FAST Challenge is a competitive grant program that seeks to strengthen California's quantum ecosystem by funding projects in two priority areas: (1) Education and workforce development projects that build the talent pipeline that quantum technologies require; and (2) Applied use case demonstrations that pair researchers and students with industry partners to demonstrate applications in quantum-adjacent disciplines.

Details

• Agency: Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development
• Type: Grant
• Funding Source: State
• Estimated Available Funds: $2,700,000
• Estimated Awards: Dependant on number of submissions received, application process, etc.
• Award Amount: Between $50,000 and $500,000
• Funding Method: Reimbursement(s)
• Matching Funds: Not Required
• Geography: Must be legally authorized to conduct business in California. Must be in good standing and have active status with the California Secretary of State.

Categories

Science, Technology, and Research & Development

Eligible Applicants

Other Legal Entity; Public Agency