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Neutral-Atom Platform Technologies

HORIZON-JU-EUROHPC-2026-NAPT-11-01

This call seeks to establish European leadership in quantum computing by developing scalable, cloud-accessible simulators using up to 10,000 neutral atoms.

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  • Official deadline: 17 Nov 2026

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Call Summary

This call aims to establish European leadership in neutral-atom quantum simulation and digital quantum computing. It supports the development of fully programmable, industry-ready quantum simulators with up to 10,000 neutral atoms in a scalable, cloud-accessible architecture.

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Eligibility & Requirements

Eligible Organizations

  • Research organisations
  • Public entities
  • Private companies
  • Non-governmental organisations

Eligible Activities

  • Development and deployment of scalable quantum processors with individually addressable neutral atoms
  • Implementation of analogue simulation, hybrid analogue-digital techniques, and gate-based quantum computing
  • Demonstration of at least two real-world use cases for scientific or industrial applications
  • Integration of quantum platforms into high-performance computing environments

Key Conditions

  • Projects must be based in Europe or associated countries
  • Must demonstrate scalability to 10,000 neutral atoms
  • Must include at least two real-world use cases
Expected Impact & Priorities

Main Priorities

  • Advancing maturity and usability of neutral-atom quantum processor platforms
  • Achieving industry-ready, fully programmable quantum simulation capabilities
  • Ensuring cloud accessibility for developed quantum platforms
  • Strengthening European technological sovereignty in quantum computing
Budget & Funding Notes

Budget Information

  • Total indicative budget for this call is €20,000,000
Risks & Attention Points
  • Ensure alignment with EuroHPC JU research and innovation action requirements
  • Focus on both analogue and gate-based operational capabilities
  • Prioritize integration potential with existing high-performance computing infrastructure

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Call Information

Programme

Other

Call ID

HORIZON-JU-EUROHPC-2026-NAPT-11-01

Programme Period

2021 - 2027

Deadline

Nov 17, 2026

Typical Budget

Not specified

Duration

Not specified

Consortium Size

Not specified

Source

EU Funding & Tenders Portal

Timeline

Submission Deadline

Nov 17, 2026

Evaluation Period

Est. ends Feb 15, 2027

AI estimate · ~2–4 months

Estimated Project Start

May 16, 2027

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Official Source

EU Funding & Tenders Portal

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