Registration

Register to virtually attend and participate in the opening ceremony with this link.

Agenda/ programme

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Overview

The Opening Ceremony of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) will be held from 4-5 February 2025 at UNESCO Headquarters. It marks the official commencement of a global initiative dedicated to advancing quantum science and its transformative applications. As the lead agency for IYQ, UNESCO aims to maximize the visibility of IYQ and the transformative potential of quantum science and technology in addressing critical global challenges. It will serve as a platform for the exchange of ideas, allowing participants to showcase best practices in quantum science education, research, and industry applications. It will provide an opportunity to inspire interdisciplinary and cross-regional cooperation and to address disparities between the Global North and South while inspiring inclusive innovation. The opening ceremony will also highlight the importance of integrating ethics and responsible innovation into the core of discussions.

AAS Participation

Prof Lise Korsten, President of the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), and Dr Peggy Oti-Boateng, Executive Director of AAS, will participate in the two-day meeting in Paris.

Contacts

For more information please visit the UNESCO events page.