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The global initiative recognises 100 years since the initial development of quantum mechanics.
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New Zealand has a proud history in the field, including Lord Rutherford’s pioneering work in nuclear and atomic physics. Another Kiwi, Professor Dan Walls, made groundbreaking contributions to understanding the behaviour of light and matter at the quantum level in the 1980s and 90s.
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A series of events will be held across the country in 2025 as part of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, to engage the public, inspire the next generation of scientists, and highlight New Zealand’s contributions to quantum research and technology.