First International Quantum Horizons Symposium
Banff, Alberta, Canada
August 20-22, 2025
Pursuing the untold potentials of quantum science
Registration opens early 2025
Welcome to the
2025 Quantum Horizons Symposium
The first ever International Quantum Horizons Symposium will be held at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity in Banff, Alberta, Canada from August 20-22, 2025. This event will feature leading experts and visionary thinkers from around the globe, sharing their groundbreaking research and insights into the evolving frontiers of quantum science.
Hosted by Quantum Horizons Alberta, the symposium underscores Alberta's commitment to advancing quantum research.
All participants are invited to present poster presentations. The three poster sessions will form a major component of the symposium and will catalyse discussion on all aspects of quantum science.
Together with the invited talks, we anticipate a stimulating venue for future research directions. The number of participants is limited, so please register as soon as possible.
Invited Speakers
Mona Berciu - UBC
Andrei Bernevig* - Princeton
Samuel Braunstein - York U, UK
Atish Dabholkar - ICTP, Trieste
Andrea Damascelli - UBC
Duncan Haldane* - Princeton
Patrick Hayden - Stanford
Pawel Horodecki* - U of Gdansk
Sabre Kais - N. Carolina State
Daniel Kattnig - U Exeter
Hae-Young Kee - U Toronto
Adina Luican-Mayer - Ottawa
Gabriel Kotliar - Rutgers
Samir Mathur - Ohio State U
Rob Myers - Perimeter Institute
Renato Renner* - ETH, Zurich
Subir Sachdev - Harvard
Sakura Schafer-Nameki - Oxford
Zhi-xun Shen - Stanford
Paul Steinhardt - Princeton
Leonard Susskind - Stanford
Ronny Thomale - U Wuerzburg
*subject to change
Program
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Plan Your Trip to Banff
Venue Accommodations
Location:
107 Tunnel Mountain Drive
Banff, AB T1L 1H5
Event Dates:
August 20–22, 2025
Accommodation Details:
Attendees are responsible for booking their own accommodations.
Please note that conference registration fees are separate.
Important Deadline:
Room bookings must be completed by July 19, 2025.
Getting to Banff
Traveling from Calgary International Airport to Banff is easy and convenient. Shuttle services, such as the Banff Airporter, provide reliable transportation directly to Banff.
Explore the Surrounding Areas:
Lake Louise: Known for its stunning turquoise waters.
Yoho National Park: Home to breathtaking waterfalls and hiking trails.
Kootenay National Park: Explore diverse landscapes and natural hot springs.
Plan your trip and make the most of your time in the Canadian Rockies!
Organizing Committee
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Frank Marsiglio (Chair)
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Dennis Salahub
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Saurya Das
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Igor Boettcher
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Carlo Maria Scandolo
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Daya Gaur
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Aninda Sinha